Used Peugeot 3008

What to know before buying: Peugeot 3008

From 2 forum threads and 1 press test · updated 12/10/2026

What the reviews say

• Reviews of the 2016 model particularly praise its distinctive exterior and cabin, driver-focused console and generous equipment.[1]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II
• Test drivers praised the ride comfort and road manners, while the small steering wheel gave the car a sportier feel.[1]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II
• The unusual steering wheel, gear selector and animated display divided opinion: visually striking, but awkward or confusing for some drivers.[1]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II

Typical faults

• The 1.2 PureTech can develop increased oil consumption from about 60,000 km due to coked rings; deposits may accelerate belt deterioration. A forum also notes oil use on a 2018 car at 90,000–100,000 km.[2][3]Peugeot 3008 II

  60 000+ km · 1.2 PureTech

• On 1.6 THP/VTi EP6 engines, the chain may stretch and its tensioner wear from around 60,000 km; oil use, intake-valve deposits, turbo lubrication and high-pressure pump issues are also reported.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II

  60 000+ km · 1.6 THP, 1.6 VTi, 1.6 PureTech

• On the 1.5 BlueHDi, crystallisation can cause the AdBlue tank pump or heater module to fail from around 40,000 km, triggering a countdown-to-no-start warning.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II

  40 000+ km · 1.5 BlueHDi

• Early 2017–2019 1.5 BlueHDi engines have reports of premature timing-belt wear and occasional camshaft-to-chain connection problems from around 100,000 km.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II

  100 000+ km · 2017–2019 · 1.5 BlueHDi

• ETG, EGS and BMP single-clutch automated gearboxes shift with pauses, and their clutch and actuator may wear quickly from around 60,000 km. This does not apply to conventional EAT6/EAT8 automatics.[2]one source

  60 000+ km · 2008–2018

• On 1.6-litre EP6-family engines, the plastic thermostat housing may leak and the water-pump drive may wear from around 80,000 km.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II

  80 000+ km · 1.6 THP, 1.6 PureTech

Which engine and version to take

• Among the engines compared by the source, the 2.0 BlueHDi 150 and 180 are listed with fewer known risks than the 1.2 PureTech, 1.5 BlueHDi and 1.6 petrol versions.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II

What to avoid

• Choose a 1.2 PureTech only with convincing service history and verified belt and oil-consumption condition; the source lists several elevated risks for this engine.[2][3]Peugeot 3008 II
• The older 1.6 THP/VTi EP6 carries greater chain, oil-consumption and deposit risks; the source says the later EP6FDT/PureTech 1.6 is improved.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II

What to check at the inspection

• On a 1.2 PureTech, inspect the belt, correct oil use and service history; look for oil-pressure faults, blue smoke and low compression.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II
• On a 1.6 THP/VTi, listen for chain rattle during a cold start and check for timing faults, oil consumption and turbo oil-line issues.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II
• For a diesel, scan DPF data, EGR faults and AdBlue warnings; on a 1.5 BlueHDi, also review timing-belt records and listen for abnormal noise.[2]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II
• Confirm the exact gearbox by VIN. With ETG/EGS/BMP, test hill starts and clutch adaptation; EAT6/EAT8 use a different conventional automatic design.[2]one source
• Check coolant level and leaks with the engine warm: a forum entry for a 2020 car notes that a leak may appear only once the engine heats up.[3]one sourcePeugeot 3008 II

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]iauto.lv — Peugeot 3008 2016 tests, atsauksmes un iespaidi - Forums · forum
2. [2]autoradars.lv — Peugeot 3008 I II (2016 - 2023): problems and risks · press
3. [3]problemcar.nl — Peugeot 3008 Forum · forum

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