1.3 JTD vs PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Reliability score
Tied
72/100
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
1.3 JTD
PSA
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
PSA
Specifications
1.3 JTD
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
Brand
PSA
PSA
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
72
72
Years
2008--2017
2023--present
Displacement
1248 cc
1199 cc
Layout
I4
I3
Type
Diesel
Petrol Turbo
Power
75 hp
110--155 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€400--€800
€400--€900
Character
1.3 JTD
"Nemo/Bipper. Fiat 1.3 MultiJet sourced. Same engine as fiat_13mjt. Timing chain. Swirl flap concerns at high mileage. Economical van engine."
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
"Finally switched to timing chain. Belt issues resolved. Engine of the Year redeemed. Now genuinely recommendable."
Issues Comparison
1.3 JTD 1
● MODERATE
Timing chain stretch
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023) 1
○ MINOR
Timing chain (new design — building data)