Peugeot 607 2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12 problems
The Peugeot 607 used the 2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12 from 1999 to 2010 (2.2 16v 158/163). 1 documented fault affects it; the most important is “faulty ignition coils” (medium severity, occasional). Our verdict: “With caution”. It is the safest option among the documented engines of the Peugeot 607.
Engine score on this car
8.6 out of 10Good reliability
Only counting the faults that affect the versions and years of the 607. How we calculate it
Overall score for the Peugeot 607
6.6 out of 10Acceptable reliability
Engines, gearbox, suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car. See breakdown
2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12
Safest optionPSA 2.0 16v EW10 and 2.2 16v EW12 (gasolina, 1999-2010) · Petrol
Verdict for the version it uses
2.2 16v 158-163 hp (EW12J4, 3FZ/3FY, 1999-2010)1999–2010 · 158–163 hp · 3FZ, 3FY
With cautionOil consumption is what comes up most in owner reviews of the 2.2 (10 of 56 according to the Fiches-auto.fr table, 5 of them in the 407 2.2, although in the 407 at least one testimony refers to the steering oil rather than the engine). It is a small sample with no independent second source, so it is worth measuring oil consumption and demanding proof of the last timing belt replacement.[2][3][4][5][6]
Faults that affect the 607
What to check before buying a used Peugeot 607 2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12
Each point comes from a documented fault that affects this car. You can tick them off as you inspect it.
If it has the 2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12 (1999–2010)
Faulty ignition coils
Medium severityOther engines and gearboxes of the Peugeot 607
Score for each one with the faults that affect this car, from best to worst.
Faults of the Peugeot 607 outside the engine
Suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car: they occur with any engine.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalGearbox and clutchWear of the dual-mass flywheel and clutchThe fiches-auto.fr page records 20 owner reports for the 607 about the dual-mass flywheel and 8 about the clutch, with failures between around 42,000 and 280,000 km, some at 120,000 km.
- Medium severityFrequency: CommonElectronics and infotainmentCentral screen and dashboard electronics faultsThe fiches-auto.fr page cites 81 owner reports for the 607 about electronics: the central display that becomes unreadable in the heat, false ESP/ASR/airbag warnings and radio or CD players that lock up.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalElectrical systemStarter motor and alternator failureAccording to the fiches-auto.fr page, 22 owner reports for the 607 talk of a failed starter motor and 19 of the alternator, with failures between around 90,000 and 230,000 km; 13 more mention the battery.
- Low severityFrequency: CommonElectrical systemBreakage of the cable and guides of the electric window mechanismIt is the most cited fault on the fiches-auto.fr page for the 607: 112 of around 365 owner reports talk of broken cables, damaged plastic guides or failing motors, with windows stuck.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot 607 2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12 reliable?
The Peugeot 607 used the 2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12 from 1999 to 2010 (2.2 16v 158/163). 1 documented fault affects it; the most important is “faulty ignition coils” (medium severity, occasional). Our verdict: “With caution”. It is the safest option among the documented engines of the Peugeot 607.
What faults does the Peugeot 607 2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12 have?
The documented ones that affect this car are: faulty ignition coils (medium severity).
Which engine should you choose for the Peugeot 607?
None has a «Buy» verdict; the safest option is the 2.0 and 2.2 16v EW10/EW12, with a «With caution» verdict.
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Sources
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- Peugeot 607Wikipedia (inglés) · Other source · consulted 8 October 2026
- Tous les problèmes sur Peugeot 607 2000-2011 (opiniones por motorización)Fiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 8 October 2026 · in French
- Tous les problèmes sur Peugeot 406 1995-2004 (opiniones por motorización)Fiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 8 October 2026 · in French
- Tous les problèmes sur Peugeot 407 2004-2010 (opiniones por motorización)Fiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 8 October 2026 · in French
- Tous les problèmes sur Citroën C8 2002-2015 (opiniones por motorización)Fiches-auto.fr · Owners' forum · consulted 8 October 2026 · in French
- Peugeot 307 2.0 16V 140 ch: courroie de distribution (intervalo, tiempo y riesgo)Mecazen · Other source · consulted 8 October 2026 · in French