Peugeot 408 2012 1.8 CVVT
Peugeot 408 2012 1.8 petrol description
Sedan Peugeot 408 2012 1.8 CVVT has been produced from January, 2014 to December, 2017. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 139 horsepower and torque 172 Nm (Newton metres).
This 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Peugeot 408 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.3 litres.
Peugeot 408 2012 1.8 CVVT has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Peugeot 408 2012 1.8 CVVT fuel consumption is 5.9 litres per 100km (16.9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 53 litres or 14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.

Peugeot 408 2012 1.8 CVVT technical data
Model: | Peugeot 408 1.8 CVVT | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2014. January ... 2017. December | ||
Engine: | 1813 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 139 HP | Torque: | 172 NM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.9 (combined) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 53 litres (14 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.75m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 124 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 455 litres |
Peugeot 408 2012 1.8 CVVT engine EC8
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1813 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | no data |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | no data |
Stroke length (piston move) | no data |
Compression ratio | 10.8 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Peugeot 408 2012 1.8 CVVT oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.3 litres (3.5 quarts) |
Power | 135 - 140 HP |
Torque | 170 - 175 NM |
Start of production (year) | 2012 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2015 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Citroen C4 |
All Peugeot 408 sedan [2012 - 2017] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Peugeot 408 2014 1.2 THP
Jan 2014 — Dec 2017 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 136 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Peugeot 408 2014 1.2 THP Automatic Jan 2014 — Dec 2017 | 1.2 Petrol | 136 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Peugeot 408 2012 1.6i 110 Hp Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Peugeot 408 2012 1.6i 120 Hp Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Peugeot 408 2012 1.6i 120 Hp Automatic Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Peugeot 408 2012 1.6
Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Peugeot 408 2012 1.6 HDi Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.6 Diesel | 112 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Peugeot 408 2014 1.8 CVVT Jan 2014 — Dec 2017 | 1.8 Petrol | 139 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Peugeot 408 2014 1.8 CVVT Jan 2014 — Dec 2017 | 1.8 Petrol | 139 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |