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Peugeot 208 vs Renault Clio
French supermini rivals — PureTech belt caution vs Clio value.
Specs & ownership
| Spec | Peugeot 208 | Renault Clio |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2012–2019 | 2013–2019 |
| Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine (typical) | 1.2 PureTech | 0.9 TCe |
| Power | 82 hp | 90 hp |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Economy | 48–57 mpg | 48–58 mpg |
| 0–60 | 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph | 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph |
| Boot | 285–395 litres | 285–395 litres |
| Insurance group | Typically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power | Typically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power |
| Road tax (indicative) | Depends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK | Depends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK |
| Running costs / yr | ~£1,964–£2,806 / year | ~£1,948–£2,790 / year |
| Oil | 1.2 PureTech usually TOTAL 0W-20 / 5W-30 meeting PSA spec — wet belt sensitive | Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook |
| Tyre pressure | Typically ~32–36 PSI cold (door sticker) | Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker |
| ULEZ | Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate | Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate |
| Common fault #1 | Wet timing belt degradation in PureTech engines | Timing chain stretch on early TCe engines |
| Best for | Style-led city drivers who will keep on top of belt service. | Urban style on a budget. |
Peugeot 208 — watch for
- Wet timing belt degradation in PureTech engines
- High oil consumption if intervals stretched
- Touchscreen and multifunction display freezes
Running costs ~£1,964–£2,806 / year
Renault Clio — watch for
- Timing chain stretch on early TCe engines
- EDC dual-clutch clutch pack wear
- Electric handbrake and parking sensor faults
Running costs ~£1,948–£2,790 / year