Peugeot 207 I phase 2 (WA/WC) (2009 – 2012)

Reliability score : 7.2/10

The Peugeot 207 Phase 2 (restyled in June 2009) marks the maturity of the lion brand's flagship model. Aesthetically, it adopts a redesigned front bumper (fog lights moved to the extremities) and LED rear lights. Technically, this period (2009-2012) is crucial as it corresponds to the transition to the Euro 5 standard (around 2010), leading to a major overhaul of the engines, particularly for diesel. The 207 remains a heavy but versatile city car with excellent road handling and a significantly improved finish compared to the 206. While the 'Prince' petrol engines (VTi/THP) tarnished its reputation, the diesel engines (HDi) underwent a salvific evolution by transitioning from 16 to 8 valves, correcting most of the early defects.

✅ Strengths

Imperial and safe road handling
Reliability of 1.6 HDi 8v diesel engines (92 and 112 hp) from 2010
Improved interior finish on Phase 2
Suspension comfort and soundproofing (on high trim levels)
Reasonable insurance and maintenance costs for HDi and TU versions

⚠️ Weaknesses

High weight penalizing smaller engines (1.4i, 1.4 HDi)
Disastrous reliability of VTi and THP petrol engines (Prince series)
Average rear passenger space and boot volume for the category
Electric power steering sometimes prone to costly failures
Premature wear of headlight bulbs (especially H7)

🎯 Verdict

The Peugeot 207 Phase 2 is a car with two faces. If you're looking for a petrol model, avoid the VTi and THP engines and opt for the modest but robust 1.4i 75hp. However, for a diesel purchase, the 207 Phase 2 is an excellent choice under one strict condition: opt for the 1.6 HDi 92 hp or 112 hp (8-valve) versions that appeared around 2010. These engines corrected the serious flaws of their predecessors (90/110 hp 16v) and offer one of the best performance/consumption/reliability ratios of their time. The 1.4 HDi remains a solid alternative for small budgets, provided you monitor its injector seals.

Common issues

Problèmes de turbo (moteurs 1.6 HDi) High

🔧 80 000 – 150 000 km

💶 800 – 1 500 €

Vidanges régulières avec huile de qualité et respect des intervalles.

Encrassement ou panne du FAP (Filtre à Particules) Medium

🔧 100 000 – 180 000 km

💶 400 – 1 000 €

Effectuer des trajets plus longs régulièrement pour permettre la régénération.

Vanne EGR encrassée ou défectueuse Medium

🔧 80 000 – 160 000 km

💶 250 – 500 €

Un nettoyage préventif ou un décalaminage peut prolonger sa durée de vie.

Usure prématurée du volant moteur bi-masse et de l'embrayage (1.6 HDi manuel) High

🔧 120 000 – 200 000 km

💶 1 000 – 1 800 €

Tester l'embrayage et écouter les bruits anormaux au ralenti.

Fuites d'injecteurs ou injecteurs défectueux (1.6 HDi) Medium

🔧 100 000 – 180 000 km

💶 200 – 500 € par injecteur (hors main d'œuvre pour le remplacement)

Vérifier la présence de suintements autour des injecteurs et la consommation d'huile.

Estimated maintenance costs

Oil change	£85 – 150
Timing belt	£510 – 1 020
Clutch	£510 – 850
Complete brakes	£255 – 510
Estimated annual budget	£595 – 1 190

Indicative estimates (independent garage, UK market). Prices vary by region and year.