EW7 1.8
PSA · EW7 1.8 16V (6FY/LFY)
1998–2008
"307/406/Xsara. EW family — aluminum block, 16V. Timing belt. Oil consumption at high mileage. Thermostat housing. Adequate performance. Less common than 1.6 or 2.0."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 1
Timing belt (interference)
▸Preventive only
EW family timing belt. Replace with water pump.
Ιμάντας + αντλία νερού — €300-600.
Models with EW7 1.8 3
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Tuning Potential
None
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the PSA EW7 1.8 reliable?
The PSA EW7 1.8 scores 70/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 1 documented issues with total repair costs between €300 and €600.
What are the common problems with the EW7 1.8?
The most common issues are:
- Timing belt (interference) — high, repair cost €300–€600, 60,000 km–100,000 km
What cars use the PSA EW7 1.8?
How much does it cost to repair the EW7 1.8?
Total potential repair costs for all 1 known issues range from €300 to €600. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the EW7 1.8 produced?
The PSA EW7 1.8 was produced from 1998 to 2008. It is a 1761cc I4 petrol na engine.
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