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Is the 2016 Peugeot 508 a good car?

An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.

B7.5/10

The Peugeot 508 GT Line offers a good balance of comfort and efficiency but watch out for diesel-specific issues. Servicing costs can add up if maintenance is neglected.

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Pros

  • Comfortable ride quality
  • Well equipped interior
  • Efficient turbocharged diesel engine

Cons

  • Potential turbo and DPF issues
  • Limited dealership network
  • Resale value declines rapidly

Ownership at a glance

Fuel economy
30 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
180,000 miles

Common problems to watch for

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Active recalls

No open NHTSA recalls are on record for the 2016 Peugeot 508 as of our latest check.

Real owner data from the CarsJudge fleet

1 2016 Peugeot 508 owner tracks this exact car in CarsJudge. Their real maintenance spend over the last 12 months averaged $0/year — logged from actual service records, not estimates.

Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.

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