Are Peugeot 308 SW reliable?
The 308 scored a middling reliability score in our most recent survey, with most major problems revolving around the non-engine electrics. On newer cars, these faults were usually fixed under warranty within a week. It finished in 14th position out of 28 cars in the family car class.
What does SW mean in Peugeot?
Station Wagon
The SW badge is short for Station Wagon, and has been used on estate versions of Peugeot’s compact family car since the 307 SW arrived in 2002.
How many miles is a Peugeot 308 good for?
Every 308 comes with a three-year, 60,000-miles warranty, while the 12.4kWh battery pack of the plug-in hybrid versions is covered for up to eight years or 100,000 miles.
Is Peugeot engine good?
It has a reliability index of 85, with the main problem being the engine which accounts for 23.08% of all issues.
Are there any problems with the Peugeot 308?
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Peugeot 308, for which Peugeot has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system.
What is the Peugeot 308 SW semi-estate?
It’s the new 308 SW. Depending on various factors, this could be your new family transport, company car, or possibly something you’ll end up renting. Peugeot has shifted in excess of 1.3m 308s in its lifetime, so whatever it is it’s highly significant to the company’s bottom line. We’ve driven the five-door hatch, now here’s the SW semi-estate.
How do I know if my Ford 308 has a turbo?
The 308 can have some issues with the turbo, which can be identified by some of the following symptoms: You may see blue or black smoke coming from the exhaust, or have a real loss of power, or even a real whistling noise coming from the top of the engine. If you have any of these symptoms, then you have a problem with the turbo in your car.
Why does my Ford 308 have a hole in the exhaust?
This was caused by the spacer in the exhaust line, but only in the 308s built between 2016 and 2018. The plastic component caused damage to the DPF, resulting in holes and cracks. Those 308s that were affected by the spacer were recalled, but replacing the DPF can be relatively easy.