PureTech 1.2 NA (EB2) vs PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Reliability score
Tied
72/100
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
PureTech 1.2 NA (EB2)
PSA
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
PSA
Specifications
PureTech 1.2 NA (EB2)
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
Brand
PSA
PSA
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
72
72
Years
2012--present
2023--present
Displacement
1199 cc
1199 cc
Layout
I3
I3
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Turbo
Power
68--82 hp
110--155 hp
Known Issues
0
1
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€400--€900
Character
PureTech 1.2 NA (EB2)
"Non-turbo version. Simpler, fewer issues than turbo. 208/C3 base engine. Adequate city car."
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023)
"Finally switched to timing chain. Belt issues resolved. Engine of the Year redeemed. Now genuinely recommendable."
Issues Comparison
PureTech 1.2 NA (EB2) 0
No documented issues.
PureTech 1.2T (post-2023) 1
○ MINOR
Timing chain (new design — building data)