Higher reliability score
DW10 2.0 HDi/BlueHDi BUY 78/100
+10 points over EW12 2.2
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE EW12 2.2 PSA
0 / 100
BUY DW10 2.0 HDi/BlueHDi PSA

Specifications

EW12 2.2
DW10 2.0 HDi/BlueHDi
Brand
PSA
PSA
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
68
78
Years
2003--2010
2001--2020
Displacement
2230 cc
1997 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Diesel
Power
158--160 hp
136--180 hp
Known Issues
1
2
Total Risk Cost
€350--€700
€1,200--€3,000

Character

EW12 2.2

"407/607/C5. Largest EW engine. Timing belt. Oil consumption. Less common — overshadowed by 2.0 HDi diesel. Adequate power but heavy fuel consumption."

DW10 2.0 HDi/BlueHDi

"508/3008/5008 workhorse. Strong torque. Reliable highway engine. DPF needs care."

Issues Comparison

EW12 2.2 1

▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference) €350--€700 60,000 km--100,000 km

DW10 2.0 HDi/BlueHDi 2

▲ HIGH
DPF blockage — city use €500--€1,500 60,000 km--120,000 km
▲ HIGH
Dual mass flywheel (DMF) wear €700--€1,500 80,000 km--150,000 km

Models

Full EW12 2.2 Report Full DW10 2.0 HDi/BlueHDi Report