Petrol · 2013–2021
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All about the Peugeot 308 2All about the 1.0 / 1.2 PureTech (EB) engine
The 1.2 PureTech (EB) engine was fitted to the Peugeot 308 2 (2013–2021). In the EU that is 28.3 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.2 131 hp, 1.2 110 hp.
The most expensive known risk is A/C condenser leaks: it usually appears at 60,000–200,000 km and costs €300–700 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Flaking or swollen belt seen through the oil filler, rubber bits in the oil or filter, later oil pressure or timing warnings
Fix: Measure belt width with the PSA gauge at every service and replace the belt early if it is out of spec; ask a Stellantis dealer about the extended cover (10 years / 175,000 km)
Signs: Oil pressure warning, noisy valvetrain, cam timing fault codes, limp mode
Fix: Stop the engine at once; drop the sump, clean the strainer or replace the oil pump, clean or replace the VVT and oil pump solenoids and the turbo oil-feed banjo bolt, and fit a new belt
Signs: Hard brake pedal, little brake assistance, brake or oil pressure warning
Fix: Check open recalls by VIN (2020 campaign for cars built 3/2013–4/2017, 2023 campaign for 4/2017–12/2020); always replace the vacuum pump when a degraded belt is replaced
Signs: Oil top-ups between services, blue smoke, misfires from carbon build-up
Fix: Have a measured oil consumption test done at a Stellantis dealer (covered by the extension); outside cover, fit new pistons and rings and rebore oval cylinders
Signs: Oil use between services, oil in the intake, unstable idle, oil seeping at seals
Fix: Check crankcase pressure and the separator membrane; replace the cam cover with the built-in separator (covered by the extension at a dealer)
Signs: Screen freezes or reacts slowly, climate and audio menus become hard to use, weak radio reception or phone pairing drops.
Fix: Reset the system and install the latest software at a dealer; replace the unit only if it keeps failing after the update.
Signs: Knocking or rattling from the front over small bumps and broken road; play found at inspection.
Fix: Replace both drop links; cheap job, check the other front-axle joints at the same time.
Signs: Discs worn or ridged sooner than expected, vibration or noise when braking, flagged at inspection.
Fix: Measure discs at every service and budget for new discs with every second set of pads.
Signs: Tail or brake lights not working, often discovered only at the technical inspection.
Fix: Check all lamps before inspection; replace bulbs or the lamp unit and inspect connectors for corrosion.
Signs: A/C blows warm soon after a regas; leak dye or oily marks on the condenser behind the front bumper.
Fix: Leak-test first, then replace the condenser (aftermarket part is fine) and recharge the system.
Signs: Usually no warning; a worn cable can short and cause a fire in the engine bay.
Fix: Check by VIN with a Peugeot dealer that the starter-cable recall was done (cable re-routed or protected); free.
Signs: A door does not latch properly, will not lock or unlock, or opens while driving.
Fix: Check by VIN with a Peugeot dealer that the door-lock recalls were done; free.
Signs: Louder exhaust, blowing or rattling under the car; inspection failure for exhaust leaks.
Fix: Replace the leaking pipe or silencer section and check the hangers.
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Jerks or clunks when slowing down or in town traffic, hesitation when pulling away, flare or slip when cold
Fix: Ask for the latest gearbox software and an adaptation reset; check the oil level and condition
Signs: Harsh or slipping shifts that get worse over time, dark burnt-smelling fluid, gearbox warning or limp mode
Fix: Change the fluid (several partial changes or a machine change with the correct Aisin / PSA fluid); if shifts stay bad, repair the valve body / solenoids or overhaul the gearbox
Signs: Won't select a gear, 'gearbox fault', jerky shifts
Fix: Repair or replace the actuator; clutch re-learn
Signs: Slipping, harsh engagement
Fix: Replace clutch + re-learn
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €3,200–6,950. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Peugeot 308 2 with the 1.2 PureTech (EB) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 10,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Timing belt kit + water pump (belt runs in oil)Engine | every 100,000 km or every 72 months | €700–1,400 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 Petrol1,199 cm³ · 96 kW (131 hp) | 17.4 % | 2014–2020 | 136 g/km | — |
| 1.2 Petrol1,199 cm³ · 81 kW (110 hp) | 9.0 % | 2014–2020 | 126 g/km | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (33). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: A/C condenser leaks (60,000–200,000 km, €300–700).
Wet belt · 100,000 km / every 72 mo.
0W-30 / 0W-20 · PSA B71 2312 / B71 2010 · ~3.25–3.5 L · every 10,000 km.
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026