Used Peugeot 208 for sale in Europe

About the Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 is a small front-wheel-drive hatchback from the supermini class. It replaced the 207 in 2012 and has since been sold in two generations. It suits city and commuter use, and also drivers who want an easy car for the occasional longer trip.

Petrol engines are the most common choice. They are mostly three-cylinder units of 1.0 to 1.2 litres, with some four-cylinder petrols in older cars. Diesel versions were widely sold, especially in the first generation. The second generation also offers a fully electric version, the e-208, and later mild-hybrid petrol versions.

Because the model has been on sale since 2012, the used market covers a wide spread of ages, trim levels and engines. Comparing like with like, meaning the same generation, engine and gearbox, matters more than comparing by badge alone.

Generations

• First generation (2012-2019) — Sold as a three-door and five-door hatchback, it received a facelift in 2015 and included a sporty GTi version.
• Second generation (2019-present) — Built on a newer platform, it is sold as a five-door hatchback with petrol, diesel and electric (e-208) versions and had a facelift in 2023.

Typical prices

Asking prices in our listings rise steadily with model year. The median for 2016 cars is €6,000, for 2020 it is €11,000, for 2024 it is €16,900 and for 2026 it is €24,400. The step from first-generation to second-generation cars is clear in the data. Within one year, mileage, engine, trim and country of sale also move the asking price. These are asking prices in our listings on 2026-11-10, not a valuation.

Based on our listings as of 2026-11-10. These are asking prices, not a valuation.

What to check when buying a used Peugeot 208

Start with the service history, then inspect the car in daylight and take a test drive that includes cold starts and some stop-start traffic. Check that the engine and gearbox match the listing.

• Service history and paperwork

  Look for a full, dated service record with invoices, not just stamps. Compare the mileage across records and the last inspection. Gaps or unexplained jumps in mileage are worth questioning before you travel to see a car abroad.

• Timing belt or chain history · Petrol three-cylinder engines

  Some small petrol engines use a chain, others a rubber belt, and some later PureTech units run the belt in oil. Find out which design the car has. Ask when the belt or chain work was last done, and listen for rattles on a cold start.

• Oil level and consumption · Petrol three-cylinder engines

  Check the oil level with the engine cool and look at the service record for the oil type used. Ask the seller whether the engine needs topping up between services. Blue smoke or a rough idle on start-up deserves a workshop check.

• Gearbox behaviour · Automatic versions

  Early automatic versions used a single-clutch automated manual gearbox that can feel jerky. Test it in traffic, in reverse and on a gentle slope. Later torque-converter automatics are different, so check which type the car has and whether there are fault warnings.

• Particulate filter and emissions · Diesel versions

  Short urban trips can be hard on diesel particulate filters. Check for warning lights and ask how the car was used. Newer diesels may use AdBlue, so check the level and the dashboard for related messages.

• Conversion documents · LPG versions

  If the car runs on LPG, ask for the installer's documents and the service record for the gas system. Check that it switches smoothly between fuels and that there is no gas smell around the tank and lines.

• Electrics and infotainment

  Test every window, the lights, the parking sensors and the touchscreen, including phone pairing and the camera if fitted. Look for dashboard warnings after the engine starts. Check the underbody and wheel arches for corrosion or accident repairs.

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