The 1.6-liter Peugeot EP6DTS engine was produced at the Duvrin plant from 2007 to 2018 and was installed as 5FY on the charged 207 GTi and 308 GT models, and also as 5FD and 5FF on DS3 Racing. Similar power units were installed on the Mini under the indices N14B16A and N14B16C.
Turbo Prince family: EP6DT, EP6DTS, EP6CDT, EP6CDTM, EP6CDTR, EP6CDTX, EP6FDT, EP6FDTM, EP6FDTR.
Specifications
| Production years | 2007-2018 |
| Displacement, cc | 1598 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 175 (5FY or THP 175) 202 (5FF or THP 202) 208 (5FD or THP 208) |
| Torque output, Nm | 240 (5FY or THP 175) 275 (5FF or THP 202) 300 (5FD or THP 208) |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 77 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 85.8 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 (5FY or THP 175) 10.0 (5FF or THP 202) 10.0 (5FD or THP 208) |
| Features | DOHC, intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | at the exhaust |
| Turbocharging | BorgWarner K03 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.2 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Peugeot 207 GTi 2008) — city — highway — combined |
9.9 5.7 7.2 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~200 000 |
| Weight, kg | 147 |
The engine was installed on:
- Peugeot 207 I (A7) in 2007 – 2010;
- Peugeot 308 I (T7) in 2008 – 2010;
- Citroen DS3 I (A55) in 2010 – 2016, DS DS3 I (A55) in 2016 – 2018.
Disadvantages of the EP6DTS engine
- The weak point of the engine is the injection pump of the direct injection system, its resource is 50,000 km;
- The timing chain serves very little, sometimes it requires intervention every 30,000 km;
- The engine is also famous for its oil burner, coking of the intake and oil supply pipes;
- Often there is a wedge of a vacuum pump, sometimes even with a cranking of the camshaft;
- Also, engine owners regularly change the thermostat, water pump and lambda probes.
Frequently asked questions about the Peugeot EP6DTS
How much power does the Peugeot EP6DTS make?
Power output of the Peugeot EP6DTS, hp: 175 (5FY or THP 175); 202 (5FF or THP 202); 208 (5FD or THP 208). Torque, Nm: 240 (5FY or THP 175); 275 (5FF or THP 202); 300 (5FD or THP 208).
How much oil does the Peugeot EP6DTS take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 4.2 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.
Does the Peugeot EP6DTS have a timing belt or chain?
The Peugeot EP6DTS uses a timing chain.
Is the Peugeot EP6DTS turbocharged?
Yes, the Peugeot EP6DTS is turbocharged (BorgWarner K03).
Does the Peugeot EP6DTS need valve clearance adjustment?
No, the Peugeot EP6DTS has hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances do not need to be adjusted.
How long does the Peugeot EP6DTS last?
The typical lifespan of the Peugeot EP6DTS is ~200 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Peugeot EP6DTS?
Peugeot 207 GTi 2008: city 9.9, highway 5.7, combined 7.2 L/100 km.
What cars was the Peugeot EP6DTS installed on?
Peugeot 207 I (A7) in 2007 - 2010; Peugeot 308 I (T7) in 2008 - 2010; Citroen DS3 I (A55) in 2010 - 2016, DS DS3 I (A55) in 2016 - 2018.
What are the common problems of the Peugeot EP6DTS?
The weak point of the engine is the injection pump of the direct injection system, its resource is 50,000 km. The timing chain serves very little, sometimes it requires intervention every 30,000 km. All known problems.
