2.0 HDi (DW10)
2006–2018 · diesel · 1997cc · 150hp
Engine codes: DW10, RHR, RHH
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Citroen C4 Picasso 2.0 HDi (DW10). Check this before you buy used.
The 2.0 HDi (DW10) is the engine to buy in the Picasso — the well-proven PSA 2.0 diesel (shared with Peugeot/Ford), torquey, economical and well-matched to the heavy MPV, capable of big mileage. Standard cautions: DPF on short trips, EGR sooting, and occasional glow-plug-relay or turbo/injection attention. With disciplined oil and motorway use it's a dependable long-hauler — the sensible Picasso.
Same engine, other cars
This is the same physical engine (DW10) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:
- Peugeot 3008— 2.0 HDi (DW10)150hp
- Citroën C4— 2.0 HDi (DW10)138hp
- Ford Focus III— 2.0 TDCi (Duratorq, PSA DW10)140hp
- Ford Mondeo V— 1.5 / 2.0 TDCi (diesel)150hp
- Citroën C5 Aircross— 1.5 / 2.0 BlueHDi (DV5 / DW10)180hp
- Ford Focus II— 2.0 TDCi (DW10)136hp
- Peugeot 407— 2.0 HDi (DW10)136hp
- Ford Kuga— 2.0 TDCi (PSA DW10)150hp
- Peugeot 508— 2.0 HDi / BlueHDi (DW10)163hp
- Peugeot 308— 2.0 HDi (DW10)140hp
- Peugeot 5008— 2.0 HDi (DW10)150hp
- Citroën C5— 2.0 HDi (DW10)140hp
- Ford Mondeo IV— 2.0 TDCi (DW10 / Duratorq)140hp
Known Issues
DPF clogs and EGR soots on urban use.
Fix / Workaround: Motorway regens; clean/replace EGR + DPF.
Repair cost: €300–€1100
Typically appears after: 140,000 km
Glow-plug relay and turbo/injection attention at higher mileage.
Fix / Workaround: Replace relay; check turbo/injectors.
Repair cost: €150–€1200
Typically appears after: 160,000 km
Mileage Thresholds
After 180,000 km: DPF + turbo window.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐Oil + DPF history
- ☐The engine to buy
- ☐Glow-plug/turbo checks
Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroen C4 Picasso 2.0 HDi (DW10) reliable?
Maint. Sensitive — The 2.0 HDi (DW10) is the engine to buy in the Picasso — the well-proven PSA 2.0 diesel (shared with Peugeot/Ford), torquey, economical and well-matched to the heavy MPV, capable of big mileage. Standard cautions: DPF on short trips, EGR sooting, and occasional glow-plug-relay or turbo/injection attention. With disciplined oil and motorway use it's a dependable long-hauler — the sensible Picasso.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Citroen C4 Picasso 2.0 HDi (DW10)?
The most commonly reported problems: DPF / EGR (short trips), Glow-plug relay / turbo.
Is a used Citroen C4 Picasso 2.0 HDi (DW10) worth buying?
Fine if serviced correctly — but it punishes neglect hard. History and the right consumables matter.