Since 2012, the company has assembled the 1.8-liter Peugeot EC8 engine, which is fitted on several of the company’s low-cost models meant for the South American and Chinese markets.
ET3J4, EC5, and EC8 engines belong to the ET/EC family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Peugeot 408 I (T73) since 2012;
- Citroen C4 Sedan II (B7) since 2012.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2012 |
| Displacement, cc | 1813 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 135 – 140 |
| Torque output, Nm | 170 – 175 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Compression ratio | 10.8 – 11.0 |
| Features | no |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | VTi |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.3 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Peugeot 408 2014) — city — highway — combined |
9.2 5.6 6.9 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~320 000 |
| Weight, kg | 125 |
Disadvantages of the Peugeot EC8 engine
We don’t know anything about the motor, which is meant for South America and China.
Based on comparable PSA units, this engine shouldn’t present any issues.