Peugeot 208 (2019–…) vs Volkswagen Golf (2020–…)
Compare engine options, maintenance intervals and estimated costs for both vehicles.
Peugeot 208
Generation 2 (From 2019)
3
Available Engines
3
Maintenance schedule
Available Engines
- Petrol 1.2 PureTech 75/100/130
- Diesel 1.5 BlueHDi 100
- Electric e-208
Maintenance schedule
- 25 000 km1 year
- 50 000 km2 years
- 100 000 km5-6 years
Volkswagen Golf
Generation 8 (From 2020)
7
Available Engines
3
Maintenance schedule
Available Engines
- Petrol 1.0 TSI 110
- Petrol 1.5 TSI 130/150
- Diesel 2.0 TDI 115/150
- Hybrid eTSI 48V
- GTI 2.0 TSI 245
- GTE Hybrid 245
- R 2.0 TSI 320
Maintenance schedule
- 30 000 km1 year
- 60 000 km2 years
- 120 000 km5-6 years
Estimated maintenance costs
These ranges provide a guide. Prices depend on the version, parts, country and workshop; request a quote for the actual work.
Peugeot 208
- Engine oil change
- 90-140€
- Clutch
- 700-1000€
- Front brakes
- 280-450€
- Timing system PureTech
- 600-900€
Volkswagen Golf
- Engine oil change
- 120-180€
- Front brakes
- 300-500€
- Timing system
- 700-1100€
- Clutch and flywheel
- 1200-1800€
Maintenance schedule
Peugeot 208
- 01
25 000 km
1 year
Engine oil and filter change, Check: Fluid levels
- 02
50 000 km
2 years
Engine oil change, Air filter, Cabin filter, Brake fluid
- 03
100 000 km
5-6 years
Timing belt (oil-immersed — essential), Oil change: Gearbox EAT8
Volkswagen Golf
- 01
30 000 km
1 year
Engine oil and filter change (LongLife), Check: Fluid levels
- 02
60 000 km
2 years
Engine oil change, Air filter, Cabin filter, Brake fluid, Check: Running gear
- 03
120 000 km
5-6 years
Timing belt + Idlers and tensioners, Oil change: DSG, Spark plugs
Plan the vehicle checks
Peugeot 208
Checks to adapt to the version, without assuming a fault: Exhaust and emissions systems: have warning lights or abnormal operation diagnosed. Transmission: identify the gearbox and required fluid before any work. Low-voltage auxiliary battery: check its condition when symptoms arise or as recommended. Traction battery and high-voltage system: follow manufacturer checks through a qualified technician.
Volkswagen Golf
Checks to adapt to the version, without assuming a fault: Transmission: identify the gearbox and required fluid before any work. Low-voltage auxiliary battery: check its condition when symptoms arise or as recommended. Traction battery and high-voltage system: follow manufacturer checks through a qualified technician.
Manufacturer documents and references — Peugeot 208
These links help you locate vehicle information. General brand documentation alone does not validate an interval for every engine.
Content revised on October 8, 2026. Text and translations revised. Displayed intervals and prices reproduce the catalogue data.
Manufacturer documents and references — Volkswagen Golf
These links help you locate vehicle information. General brand documentation alone does not validate an interval for every engine.
Content revised on October 8, 2026. Text and translations revised. Displayed intervals and prices reproduce the catalogue data.
Peugeot 208 (2019–…) vs Volkswagen Golf (2020–…)
Compare engine options, maintenance intervals and estimated costs for both vehicles.