CAUTION Na Era

ES9 3.0 V6

PSA · ES9 3.0 V6 (XFZ/XFV)

1997–2010

0 / 100
CAUTION

"406/407/607/C5 V6. PRV-derived V6. Timing belt on a V6 = expensive replacement. Oil leaks. Cooling system complexity. Beautiful engine but high maintenance costs. Specialist knowledge needed."

Layout V6
Displacement 2946 cc
Power 210–211 hp
Type Petrol Na
Known Issues 2
Total Risk Cost €700–€1,800

Mileage Risk Timeline

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Known Issues 2

▲ HIGH

Timing belt on V6 (expensive)

€500–€1,200 60,000 km–90,000 km
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Detection

Preventive only

Details

V6 belt job = expensive labour. Failure catastrophic.

Greece Note

Ιμάντας V6 — €500-1,200. Ακριβό αλλά κρίσιμο.

● MODERATE

Oil leaks (multiple locations)

€200–€600 80,000 km–150,000 km
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Detection

Oil on engine, burning smell

Details

V6 has many potential leak points.

Greece Note

Διαρροές λαδιού V6 — πολλαπλά σημεία.

Models with ES9 3.0 V6 5

Other PSA Engines

Tuning Potential

None practical

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the PSA ES9 3.0 V6 reliable?

The PSA ES9 3.0 V6 scores 65/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €700 and €1,800.

What are the common problems with the ES9 3.0 V6?

The most common issues are:

  • Timing belt on V6 (expensive) — high, repair cost €500–€1,200, 60,000 km–90,000 km
  • Oil leaks (multiple locations) — moderate, repair cost €200–€600, 80,000 km–150,000 km
What cars use the PSA ES9 3.0 V6?

The ES9 3.0 V6 is found in:

  • 407 (2004–2011)
  • 406 (1999–2004)
  • 607 (2000–2010)
  • 407 (2004–2011)
  • 406 (1997–2004)
How much does it cost to repair the ES9 3.0 V6?

Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €700 to €1,800. The most expensive issue is typically .

What years was the ES9 3.0 V6 produced?

The PSA ES9 3.0 V6 was produced from 1997 to 2010. It is a 2946cc V6 petrol na engine.

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