EP3 1.4 VTi vs PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023) ACCEPTABLE 72/100
+2 points over EP3 1.4 VTi
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE EP3 1.4 VTi PSA
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE PureTech 1.2T (post-2023) PSA

Specifications

EP3 1.4 VTi
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
Brand
PSA
PSA
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
70
72
Years
2007--2015
2023--present
Displacement
1397 cc
1199 cc
Layout
I4
I3
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Turbo
Power
95 hp
110--155 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€500--€1,300
€400--€900

Character

EP3 1.4 VTi

"BMW/PSA Prince family (non-turbo variant). VVT. Chain driven. Less problematic than EP6 turbo sibling. Carbon buildup less severe without DI. Smooth for a 1.4."

PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)

"Finally switched to timing chain. Belt issues resolved. Engine of the Year redeemed. Now genuinely recommendable."

Issues Comparison

EP3 1.4 VTi 2

● MODERATE
Timing chain tensioner wear €300--€800 100,000 km--180,000 km
○ MINOR
Carbon buildup (mild) €200--€500 80,000 km--150,000 km

PureTech 1.2T (post-2023) 1

○ MINOR
Timing chain (new design — building data) €400--€900 100,000 km--160,000 km

Models

EP3 1.4 VTi 5

C3 A51 2010--2016 C4 B7 2010--2018 207 WA/WC 2007--2012 308 T7 2007--2013 308 T7 2008--2013

PureTech 1.2T (post-2023) 6

2008 1.2 PureTech A94 LCI 2023--2024 SUV 208 1.2 PureTech A9 LCI 2023--2024 Hatchback Astra 1.2 PureTech L 2021--2024 Hatchback Avenger 1.2 PureTech BV 2022--2024 SUV C3 1.2 PureTech SX LCI 2023--2024 Hatchback Corsa 1.2 Turbo F LCI 2023--2024 Hatchback
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