Used Peugeot 108 Buying Guide

The 108 (2014-2022) is Peugeot’s take on the city-car triplets it shared with the Toyota Aygo and Citroen C1, and it remains one of the cheapest routes into modern motoring. Simple, light and easy to park, it suits new drivers, city dwellers and anyone who wants minimal bills.

Engines and trims

Two small petrols served: the 1.0 three-cylinder (68-72bhp) and, early on, a 1.2 with a bit more shove. The 1.0 is the classic choice and shared its bones with Toyota — a genuinely durable little unit. Most cars are 5-speed manuals; the ETG automated manual is jerky and best avoided. Trim runs Access, Active, Allure and GT Line, with the Top! versions adding a fabric roll-back roof. Active upwards gets you the 7-inch touchscreen and Bluetooth that keep the car feeling current.

What to check before buying

The 108’s issues are mostly small-car life rather than engineering flaws. Check the clutch bite point — town use wears them — and listen for gearbox whine. Inspect for parking damage on every corner and kerbed wheels. On Top! roof versions, check the fabric for wear and water staining around the seals. Inside, confirm the touchscreen works and Bluetooth pairs. These cars are often first cars: look for accident repairs with a full car check and be suspicious of missing service history — even simple cars need oil changes, and a £30 skipped service can become a £1,000 engine. The MOT history mileage trail also flags clocking, which affects cheap cars more than people assume.

Running costs

This is the point of the car: 55-65mpg real-world, rock-bottom insurance groups, low tax and tyres priced like bicycle parts. Servicing is cheap anywhere. There’s little else to say — the 108 is about as inexpensive as car ownership gets.

Verdict

A tidy 1.0 Active or Allure with history is a brilliant first or city car. Avoid the automated manual, check for youthful abuse, and buy on condition — there are plenty to choose from.

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