Peugeot 308 MK2 1.6L THP (1598 cc)
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 PETROL THP
A responsive turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine with good performance potential, but ownership quality depends on documented servicing and the condition of timing, cooling and fuel-system components.
Pros
- Strong performance for a compact petrol engine.
Cons
- Turbocharged direct injection increases complexity.
- Timing, cooling and fuel-system history matter.
- Short-trip use may increase deposit and oil-condition concerns.
Common problems & ownership concerns
Potential impact: Low · Medium · High. This describes possible consequences, not fault likelihood.
- Timing-chain and tensioner wearHigh
- Carbon deposits and intake-system foulingMedium
- Cooling-system leaks or component ageingHigh
- High-pressure fuel-system faultsHigh
Maintenance
Follow the VIN-specific oil approval and service schedule, with particular attention to oil, spark-plug, coolant and timing-system servicing.
These are general ownership concerns, not a diagnosis. Equipment and engine details vary by version and production date.
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