Peugeot RCZ T75
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
205–208 PS
1.6L THP 225 Benzin
RCZ-R — Peugeot's sharpest sword
Legendary!140–156 PS
1.6L THP 150 Benzin
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The Peugeot RCZ T75 is available with 6 engine variants — from 90 to 208 hp.
The Peugeot 2.0L HDi (Diesel, 163 PS) has the DW10 (2.0L HDi) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L THP 150 (Petrol, 156 PS) has the EP6DT (1.6L THP 150) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L THP 155 (Petrol, 156 PS) has the EP6CDT (1.6L THP 155) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L THP 175/200 (Petrol, 200 PS) has the EP6DTS (1.6L THP 175/200) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L THP 225 (Petrol, 225 PS) has the EP6FADTX (1.6L THP 225) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
The Peugeot 1.6L VTi (Petrol, 120 PS) has the EP6 (1.6L VTi) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| A/C compressor loses output The A/C compressor on the RCZ typically loses cooling performance after 80,000–150,000 km. The compressor gradually loses output and needs replacing. Symptoms: A/C barely cools, compressor cycles rapidly on and off, hissing noise when A/C is switched on from 100,000 km | Medium | |
| Thermostat stuck open The thermostat on the RCZ, particularly on models from 2012 onwards, frequently sticks in the open position. This prevents the engine from reaching operating temperature and the heater from warming up. Symptoms: Heater won't warm up, engine doesn't reach operating temperature, increased fuel consumption, temperature gauge stays low from 80,000 km | Low |
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 46 weaknesses have been documented for the Peugeot RCZ T75 (2010–2015) — 39 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. 5 problem engines: DW10 (2.0L HDi), EP6DT (1.6L THP 150), EP6DTS (1.6L THP 175/200), EP6FADTX (1.6L THP 225), EP6CDT (1.6L THP 155). Typical issues affect HVAC, Body, Suspension, Electronics.
RCZ (DW10, 2010–2026) — Stay Away!: Timing belt snap caused by defective water pump, Dual-mass flywheel wear, Leaking injectors causing oil dilution. Power: 163 PS.
RCZ (EP6, 2010–2015) — Be Careful: Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, Increased oil consumption, Water pump leaking. Power: 120 PS.
RCZ (EP6DT, 2010–2018) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch — notorious main problem, Extreme oil consumption, Turbocharger failure and wastegate malfunction. Power: 156 PS.
RCZ (EP6DTS, 2010–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch under high load, Excessive oil consumption from coked piston rings, High-pressure pump (HPFP) loses hydraulic oil. Power: 200 PS.
RCZ (EP6FADTX, 2010–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch under extreme turbo load, Severe carbon build-up on intake valves, High oil consumption from coked oil control rings. Power: 225 PS.
RCZ (EP6CDT, 2010–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretch and tensioner failure, High-pressure pump wears out prematurely, Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation and coking. Power: 156 PS.
What to watch out for with the Peugeot RCZ? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee