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DS 4 1.2 PureTech 130 Mk2

2021-presentLast updated: May 2026 · How this report is builtMay 2026

2021-present · 1.2 PureTech (130 hp) 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol

DS 4 1.2 PureTech 130 Mk2
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Premium French compact built on Stellantis EMP2 platform. The 1.2 PureTech 130 uses the wet timing belt EB2 engine, which has caused widespread failures across Stellantis cars. Stellantis extended warranty to 10 years / 175,000 km following legal pressure. EAT8 gearbox is generally reliable.· more· less

Stellantis 10-year wet belt warranty Refined ride and premium interior
Wet timing belt failure risk Touchscreen and electronics glitches
Buy if: You can verify the wet belt warranty extension applies and have full service history with annual oil changes.
Avoid if: The car has missed services, oil changes were skipped, or you mostly drive short urban trips.
Maintenance costs
€900 - €1,600/year
15,000 km/year
Fixed costs
€550-900
Risk buffer
€350-700
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Common Problems
Wet belt risk dominates — warranty extension is critical
The 1.2 PureTech engine has well-documented wet timing belt issues affecting Stellantis cars built 2014-2023. Stellantis extended warranty to 10 years / 175,000 km after legal pressure. Verify the warranty extension applies before purchase, demand full service history with annual oil changes, and budget for early belt replacement at 100,000 km.
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Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
General checks
Specific for this vehicle
Recalls and Technical Service Bulletins
Curtain airbag incorrectly fitted (March-April 2022) Verify completed
Suspension wishbone bolt torque (July-November 2022) Verify completed
PHEV charging cable fire risk (February-May 2023) Verify if applicable
Engine control unit diagnosis fault Verify completed
Contact a DS dealer with the VIN to verify all recalls have been completed.
Warranty Status
Factory warranty (2 years) Active on 2024+ cars
Wet belt warranty extension 10 years / 175,000 km
Rust perforation warranty 12 years
Verify the wet belt warranty extension is registered on the vehicle. Stellantis announced this following widespread failures and legal pressure.

↔ Also consider

DS 4 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Mk2
DS 4 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Mk2 2021-present
Diesel version. No wet belt issues but adds DPF and AdBlue concerns. Generally more durable engine.
Peugeot 308 Mk3 1.2 PureTech 130
Peugeot 308 Mk3 1.2 PureTech 130 2021-present
Mechanically identical, same wet belt risk. Peugeot has wider dealer network and parts availability.
Opel Astra L 1.2 Turbo
Opel Astra L 1.2 Turbo 2021-present
Same EB2 engine, same wet belt issue. Opel typically cheaper to service than DS dealer.
Audi A3 8Y 1.5 TFSI
Audi A3 8Y 1.5 TFSI 2020-present
More refined alternative with EA211 evo engine. No wet belt issues but watch for ignition coil failures.
BMW 118i F40
BMW 118i F40 2019-present
Premium competitor with timing chain (no wet belt). More expensive to service but generally more reliable powertrain.

Sources: Research draws on model-specific owner forums and owner communities, recall information from official authorities, German automotive press, and multiple workshop cost references cross-checked against each other.

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