ES9 3.0 V6
PSA · ES9 3.0 V6 (XFZ/XFV)
1997–2010
"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."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 2
Timing belt on V6 (expensive)
▸Preventive only
V6 belt job = expensive labour. Failure catastrophic.
Ιμάντας V6 — €500-1,200. Ακριβό αλλά κρίσιμο.
Oil leaks (multiple locations)
▸Oil on engine, burning smell
V6 has many potential leak points.
Διαρροές λαδιού V6 — πολλαπλά σημεία.
Models with ES9 3.0 V6 5
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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?
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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