1.2 PureTech (EB2DT turbo)
2014–2019 · petrol · 1199cc · 110hp
Engine codes: EB2DT, EB2DTS, HN01, HN05
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Peugeot 208 1.2 PureTech (EB2DT turbo). Check this before you buy used.
The 1.2 PureTech turbo (EB2DT, shared right across Peugeot/Citroën/Opel — 2008/308/Corsa/C3 Aircross) is lively and refined, but it's the engine to be most careful with: the cars use a wet timing belt (belt-in-oil) that degrades and sheds material, which can block the oil pickup and destroy the engine — a notorious, expensive failure that triggered extended warranties and many rebuilds, plus oil-dilution and tensioner issues. Later (≈2022+ across the range) cars moved to a chain. Buy a wet-belt car only with documented early belt replacement and obsessive oil changes; otherwise prefer the naturally-aspirated VTi or the diesel.
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 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
- Peugeot 2008— 1.2 PureTech (EB2 turbo)110hp
Known Issues
Belt-in-oil degrades → debris blocks oil pickup → oil starvation → engine destruction. Notorious PureTech fault.
Fix / Workaround: Replace wet belt early (ahead of schedule); strict oil; or avoid.
Repair cost: €500–€4000
Typically appears after: 60,000 km
Oil dilution and tensioner wear compound the belt risk.
Fix / Workaround: Frequent oil changes; monitor level; check history.
Repair cost: €200–€1500
Typically appears after: 70,000 km
Mileage Thresholds
After 100,000 km: Wet-belt service is critical, not optional.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐Wet-belt: documented early belt change essential
- ☐Same EB2 as 2008 / Corsa / C3 Aircross
- ☐Prefer the VTi or diesel
Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot 208 1.2 PureTech (EB2DT turbo) reliable?
Problematic — The 1.2 PureTech turbo (EB2DT, shared right across Peugeot/Citroën/Opel — 2008/308/Corsa/C3 Aircross) is lively and refined, but it's the engine to be most careful with: the cars use a wet timing belt (belt-in-oil) that degrades and sheds material, which can block the oil pickup and destroy the engine — a notorious, expensive failure that triggered extended warranties and many rebuilds, plus oil-dilution and tensioner issues. Later (≈2022+ across the range) cars moved to a chain. Buy a wet-belt car only with documented early belt replacement and obsessive oil changes; otherwise prefer the naturally-aspirated VTi or the diesel.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Peugeot 208 1.2 PureTech (EB2DT turbo)?
The most commonly reported problems: Wet timing belt failure (EB2), Oil dilution / tensioner.
Is a used Peugeot 208 1.2 PureTech (EB2DT turbo) worth buying?
Known design issues and recurring faults that were never fully resolved. Buy only with eyes open.