Peugeot 308 MK2 1.6L e-HDi
Model overview
A comfortable hatchback or estate with distinctive controls. The selected engine is particularly important when comparing ownership risks.
Pros
- Comfortable ride
- Useful SW estate body
- Good motorway refinement
Cons
- Touchscreen-dependent controls
- Driving position may not suit everyone
- Ageing electrical equipment
Common problems & ownership concerns
Potential impact: Low · Medium · High. This describes possible consequences, not fault likelihood.
- Infotainment faultsLow
- Parking-sensor and electrical faultsMedium
- Suspension wearMedium
Maintenance
Use the exact engine and gearbox schedule; timing and emissions requirements vary substantially across the range.
Engine overview · 1.6L 4-cyl DIESEL Blue-HDi
An economical diesel group with several emissions configurations. DPF, injection and turbo repairs matter, with AdBlue concerns limited to equipped versions.
Pros
- Good motorway economy
- Useful low-speed torque
- Wide specialist support
Cons
- Short-trip emissions sensitivity
- Turbo-lubrication sensitivity
- Additional SCR hardware where fitted
Common problems & ownership concerns
Potential impact: Low · Medium · High. This describes possible consequences, not fault likelihood.
- DPF and EGR faultsMedium
- Turbo or oil-feed faultsMedium
- Injector-sealing or fuel-system faultsMedium
- SCR or AdBlue faults on equipped versionsMedium
Maintenance
Use the exact engine-code oil, timing-drive and emissions-system schedule.
These are general ownership concerns, not a diagnosis. Equipment and engine details vary by version and production date.
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