Peugeot 308 SW petrol

[this is my username]

An older relative is planning to change an existing 2008-reg 308 SW diesel for a newer (2018 to 2019) petrol estate. The default choice would be another 308 SW.

I recall reading on here in the past about issues with some of the French petrol engines and dealers not wanting to go near them, but I can't remember which engines they were. Is there anything I need to look out for in the Peugeot petrols? Judging by what is available on Autotrader at the moment the 1.2 PureTech 130 seems to be the most common.

Any comments about the auto gearbox on these? Current vehicle is manual but an auto would probably be a good choice this time around.

Thanks

[Twig62]

The gearbox will be the EAT 8 speed which is a proper TC type and is excellent. The Puretech 1.2. 130 is a cracking engine. There have been some issues with the timing belt which like Ford's Ecoboom engine (bizarrely in my opinion) runs in oil. However the latest type of belt is supposed to have resolved the problem of them degrading and breaking up.

[stevemcs]

Get the belt changed early and make sure the AC works (the condensers can fail) AC gas is the newer R1234 gas (more expensive) make sure he gets on with the steering wheel.

[ZX10R NIN]

Also tell them to take a look at the 1.2/1.3T & 1.6T Megane Estates in Signature & GT Nav Specs.

1.6T GT Nav

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202103049...

1.2T Signature Nav

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202103019...

1.3T GT Line

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202103089...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202010014...

[Invented Brush]

I had a 2018 1.2 130 for 26k miles from new, albeit in manual/hatchback. It's an easy car to drive and live with, I experienced no issues at all. The interior design and materials are leagues ahead of the previous generation and I'd say build quality is similar any other mid-sized hatchback.

Some people have issue with the smaller steering wheel and viewing the dials over the wheel, so definitely worth them sitting in one first.

The only other thing I'd note is the climate controls are on touchscreen only - I got used to it quickly but worth bearing in mind.

Mine was GT Line spec which had led lights all round, pano roof, parking sensors all round/reverse cam etc. Also has Android Auto/Carplay built in. There should be lots of this spec around as they were regularly on cheap lease deals at the time.

I generally got high 40s mpg, though not much town driving. Performance is perfectly adequate for normal driving, though A-road overtakes need a little planning. Quite liked the 3cyl engine note.

[this is my username]

Thanks all, that’s great information.

[ahas]

We've got a 2017 Citroën C4 Grand Picasso with a 1.2 Puretech 130, mated to an EAT6.

Nice enough to drive, engine is probably better suited to something not a big or cumbersome as a 7 seater. I was apprehensive also as I found a lot of chatter RE timing belt in oil failing.

I set a side £400 to have it changed early, however PSA have called ours in for a recall for that issue so hoping they'll change it.
Apparently the MY 2018 models onwards have a newer belt which is less prone to breaking.

You should also note these engines are direct injection, so they may coke up and require decoking / walnut blasting once in a while to keep performance and economy up.

In terms of the autos, as said above its a torque converter (not dual clutch) which tend to be more reliable. Apparently Bmw moving back to torque converters from their DCTs.
Anyways, the EAT6 in ours is excellent, very smooth and responsive when you need it to be. It's never going to set your world on fire but for normal driving and commuting it's a very pleasant and smooth drive.

Edited by ahas on Tuesday 16th March 21:31