Which Cars Use PSA Engines? The Complete Guide to PSA-Powered Vehicles

You might be surprised to learn just how many vehicles on British roads are powered by PSA engines. The French automotive group’s powertrains aren’t just found under the bonnets of Peugeots and Citroëns – through various partnerships, acquisitions, and joint ventures, PSA engines power vehicles from Japanese, German, and British brands too.

As specialists who work exclusively on PSA engines, we see this diverse range of vehicles in our workshop daily. Here’s a comprehensive guide to every vehicle that uses a PSA powertrain.

French Brands: The Core PSA Range

Peugeot

As the founding member of PSA Group, all Peugeot vehicles use PSA-designed engines. Here’s the complete current and recent model range:

Passenger Cars

• 108 (2014-2021) – Entry-level city car, available with 1.0 and 1.2 petrol engines
• 208 (2012-present) – Supermini, available with 1.2 PureTech petrol and 1.5 BlueHDi diesel
• 308 (2013-present) – Family hatchback/estate, 1.2 PureTech, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi options
• 508 (2010-present) – Executive saloon/estate, 1.6 PureTech, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi

SUVs and Crossovers

• 2008 (2013-present) – Compact SUV, 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi
• 3008 (2008-present) – Mid-size SUV, 1.2 and 1.6 PureTech, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi
• 5008 (2009-present) – Large SUV/MPV, same engine options as 3008

MPVs and People Carriers

• Rifter (2018-present) – Leisure activity vehicle, 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi
• Traveller (2016-present) – People carrier, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi

Commercial Vehicles

• Partner (1996-present) – Small van, 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi
• Expert (1995-present) – Medium van, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi
• Boxer (1994-present) – Large van, 2.0 and 2.2 BlueHDi

Citroën

As Peugeot’s sister brand since 1976, all Citroën vehicles share PSA platforms and engines:

Passenger Cars

• C1 (2005-2021) – City car, 1.0 and 1.2 petrol
• C3 (2002-present) – Supermini, 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi
• C4 (2004-present) – Family hatchback, 1.2 PureTech, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi
• C5 X (2021-present) – Large crossover, 1.2 and 1.6 PureTech, 1.5 BlueHDi

SUVs and Crossovers

• C3 Aircross (2017-present) – Compact SUV, 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi
• C4 Cactus (2014-2022) – Compact crossover, 1.2 PureTech and 1.5/1.6 BlueHDi
• C5 Aircross (2018-present) – Mid-size SUV, 1.2 and 1.6 PureTech, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi

MPVs

• Berlingo (passenger version, 2008-present) – 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi
• SpaceTourer (2016-present) – People carrier, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi
• Grand C4 SpaceTourer (2006-2022) – MPV, 1.2 PureTech, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi

Commercial Vehicles

• Berlingo Van (1996-present) – Small van
• Dispatch (1995-present) – Medium van
• Relay (1994-present) – Large van

DS Automobiles

DS was launched as a premium sub-brand of Citroën in 2009, becoming a standalone marque in 2014. All DS vehicles use PSA powertrains:

• DS 3 Crossback (2018-present) – Premium compact SUV, 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi
• DS 4 (2021-present) – Premium hatchback/crossover, 1.2 and 1.6 PureTech, 1.5 BlueHDi
• DS 7 Crossback (2017-present) – Premium mid-size SUV, 1.6 PureTech, 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi
• DS 9 (2020-present) – Premium executive saloon, 1.6 PureTech, 1.5 BlueHDi

DS models often feature the higher-output versions of PSA engines, along with premium interior treatments.

Vauxhall and Opel

PSA acquired Vauxhall and Opel from General Motors in 2017, and new models have progressively adopted PSA platforms and engines. If you own a newer Vauxhall, there’s a good chance it has a PSA engine under the bonnet.

Fully PSA-Based Models

• Corsa (2019+) – The latest Corsa shares its platform entirely with the Peugeot 208. Engine options include 1.2 PureTech petrol and 1.5 BlueHDi diesel.
• Mokka (2021+) – Built on PSA’s CMP platform with 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi engines.
• Grandland (formerly Grandland X) – Uses PSA’s EMP2 platform with 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi options.

Commercial Vehicles

• Combo (2018+) – Shares platform with Peugeot Partner and Citroën Berlingo. 1.2 PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi.
• Vivaro (2019+) – Shares platform with Peugeot Expert and Citroën Dispatch. 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi.
• Movano (2021+) – Latest version shares platform with Peugeot Boxer and Citroën Relay.

Which Vauxhalls Still Use GM Engines?

Older Vauxhalls (pre-2018 Corsas, Astras, Insignias) typically use General Motors engines rather than PSA units. The transition to PSA powertrains happened gradually with each model update.

Toyota

Toyota has partnered with PSA for European commercial vehicles, recognising that developing diesel vans for the relatively small European market wasn’t cost-effective.

• Proace (2013-present) – Essentially a rebadged Peugeot Expert/Citroën Dispatch. Available with 1.5 and 2.0 BlueHDi engines.
• Proace City (2019-present) – Based on the Peugeot Partner/Citroën Berlingo. 1.2 PureTech petrol and 1.5 BlueHDi diesel.
• Proace Verso – Passenger version of the Proace, equivalent to the Peugeot Traveller.

These Toyota models are mechanically identical to their PSA siblings, just with different badges and slightly different trim specifications. Any problems affecting PSA engines will apply equally to these Toyota models.

Other Brands with PSA Connections

MINI/BMW

The 1.6 THP (turbocharged petrol) engine was co-developed between PSA and BMW. This engine appeared in:

• MINI Cooper S (2006-2013)
• MINI John Cooper Works (2008-2013)
• BMW 1 Series (some markets)

Note that current MINI models use BMW engines – the PSA partnership ended with the previous generation.

Ford

Ford used PSA’s 2.0 HDi diesel engine in some Transit models for the European market, badged as the DuraShift. This was part of a broader engine-sharing agreement between the manufacturers.

Fiat and Other Stellantis Brands

Following the 2021 merger that created Stellantis, PSA engines will increasingly appear in vehicles from Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Jeep, and other former Fiat Chrysler brands. This integration is ongoing, so expect the list of PSA-powered vehicles to grow.

How to Identify If Your Vehicle Has a PSA Engine

If you’re unsure whether your vehicle uses a PSA engine, here are several ways to check:

Check the Engine Code

PSA engines use specific letter-number codes:

• DV prefix = PSA diesel (e.g., DV5, DV6)
• DW prefix = Larger PSA diesel (e.g., DW10, DW12)
• EB prefix = PSA small petrol (e.g., EB2 PureTech)
• EP prefix = PSA 1.6 petrol (e.g., EP6 THP)

Check Your V5C Document

The engine number on your registration document can be cross-referenced to identify the engine family.

Visual Inspection

PSA engines often have distinctive plastic covers with the BlueHDi or PureTech branding visible.

Why This Information Matters

Understanding that your vehicle has a PSA engine is valuable because:

• Common problems cross brands – A timing chain issue affecting the 1.5 BlueHDi in a Peugeot will equally affect the same engine in a Vauxhall or Toyota. Researching “PSA 1.5 diesel problems” will yield relevant information regardless of your vehicle’s badge.
• Specialist knowledge transfers – A mechanic experienced with Peugeot engines can work on a Citroën, DS, or Toyota with the same engine.
• Parts are interchangeable – A timing chain kit for the DV5 engine works across all vehicles using that engine, regardless of manufacturer badge.

Finding PSA Engine Specialists

If your vehicle uses a PSA engine, finding a specialist who understands these powertrains is essential – particularly for engines with known issues like the 1.5 BlueHDi.

At Peugeot Engines, we work on all PSA-powered vehicles, whether they wear a Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Vauxhall, or Toyota badge. Our specialist knowledge and equipment means accurate diagnosis and quality repairs.

Contact us for expert help with your PSA-powered vehicle, or request a quote for specific services.