1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo)
2014–2019 · petrol · 1199cc · 110hp
Engine codes: EB2DT, EB2DTS, HN01, HN05
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Peugeot 2008 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo). Check this before you buy used.
The 1.2 PureTech turbo-triple is brilliant to drive and award-winning, but it's the engine to scrutinise: the turbo versions use a cam belt that runs in oil ('wet belt') which degrades over time and can shed debris that blocks the oil pump — neglected examples have suffered serious damage — and some cars use oil. PSA shortened belt intervals and revised parts. A documented car with the wet belt done on a strict interval and clean oil history can be fine; an unknown-history one is a genuine risk. The naturally-aspirated 1.2 (no wet belt) is lower-worry but rarer.
Same engine, other cars
This is the same physical engine (HN05) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:
- Citroën C4 III— 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo)130hp
- Citroën C5 Aircross— 1.2 / 1.6 PureTech (EB2 / EP6 turbo)130hp
- Opel Corsa F— 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo / NA)100hp
- Opel Mokka B— 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo)130hp
- Opel Grandland— 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo)130hp
- Peugeot 208— 1.0 / 1.2 VTi (EB2 naturally-aspirated)82hp
- Peugeot 208— 1.2 PureTech (EB2DT turbo)110hp
- Peugeot 308 III— 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo)130hp
- Opel Astra L— 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo)130hp
- Citroën C3 Aircross— 1.2 PureTech (EB2)130hp
- Citroën C3 III— 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo / NA)110hp
Known Issues
Turbo PureTech wet belt degrades in oil; debris can block the oil pump → oil-starvation engine damage if neglected.
Fix / Workaround: Change wet belt on shortened interval; correct oil only; check oil/pump condition.
Repair cost: €400–€3000
Typically appears after: 80,000 km
Some PureTech units use noticeable oil.
Fix / Workaround: Monitor oil level; investigate frequent top-ups.
Repair cost: €100–€1500
Typically appears after: 90,000 km
Mileage Thresholds
After 100,000 km: Wet-belt + oil-pump risk.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐Wet timing-belt history (strict interval) — critical
- ☐Oil level / consumption check
- ☐NA 1.2 (no wet belt) is lower-worry
Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot 2008 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo) reliable?
History-Dependent — The 1.2 PureTech turbo-triple is brilliant to drive and award-winning, but it's the engine to scrutinise: the turbo versions use a cam belt that runs in oil ('wet belt') which degrades over time and can shed debris that blocks the oil pump — neglected examples have suffered serious damage — and some cars use oil. PSA shortened belt intervals and revised parts. A documented car with the wet belt done on a strict interval and clean oil history can be fine; an unknown-history one is a genuine risk. The naturally-aspirated 1.2 (no wet belt) is lower-worry but rarer.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Peugeot 2008 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo)?
The most commonly reported problems: Wet timing belt / oil-pump debris, Oil consumption.
Is a used Peugeot 2008 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo) worth buying?
The engine itself is OK; condition is everything. Unknown or patchy history = walk away.