Used Peugeot 208 Shock Absorber
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A buyer's guide to used Peugeot 208 shock absorber
No two shock absorbers are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
- State whether it's front or rear
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Fitment questions
Will a shock absorber from a 2013 Peugeot 208 fit a 2016 Peugeot 208?
The Peugeot 208 first generation ran from 2012 to 2019, so both a 2013 and a 2016 car sit within the same generation — which is a good starting point for compatibility. However, there was a facelift in 2015, and whether the suspension components cross that boundary without issue is something you should confirm with the breaker against your specific registration before buying.
Does a shock absorber from a first-gen 208 fit the second-gen 208?
The first-generation Peugeot 208 ran from 2012 to 2019, and the second generation launched in 2019 on a new platform, so these are entirely different cars with different suspension setups. A shock absorber from a Mk1 will not fit a Mk2 — make sure the breaker is quoting you a part from the correct generation.
Does the trim level matter — will a shock absorber from an Active fit a GT Line 208?
Trim level does not affect shock absorber fitment on the Peugeot 208 for the vast majority of variants — the same units are used across trims like Active, Allure, and GT Line. One thing worth noting is that if your car has any kind of sport or lowered suspension (sometimes associated with sportier trim grades), the spring and damper rates can differ, so confirm with the breaker against your registration if you have any reason to think your car's suspension has been upgraded or altered.
Does engine size matter when buying a used 208 shock absorber?
Engine size can influence suspension specification because heavier or more powerful engines sometimes require uprated components to handle the additional weight and load. For the 208, you should tell the breaker your exact engine size and registration so they can match the correct shock absorber rather than assuming all variants share the same part.
Do I need to tell the breaker which side the shock absorber is — nearside or offside?
Yes, absolutely — shock absorbers are handed, meaning the nearside (passenger side, left) and offside (driver side, right) are different parts and are not interchangeable. Always specify NS or OS clearly when contacting a breaker, and double-check this matches your requirement before the part is dispatched.
Will a shock absorber from a 2018 Peugeot 208 fit a 2019 Peugeot 208?
This question spans the boundary between the first and second generations: the first-gen 208 ran up to 2019, and the new second-generation model also launched in 2019, so a 2019 car could be either generation depending on when it was registered. Confirm your exact generation with the breaker using your registration number before purchasing, as a Mk1 and Mk2 shock absorber are not interchangeable.