Peugeot 306 Turbo Replacement Parts

The Peugeot 306 ran through one core generation from 1993 to 2002, with a facelift in 1997, so a 1999 and a 1997 car are on opposite sides of that facelift boundary. Whether the turbo itself interchanges across that 1997 facelift depends on whether both cars share the same engine code, which is the single most important detail here — confirm the engine codes on both vehicles (found on the V5 or via a VIN check) and check with the breaker whether ancillary fittings changed at the facelift for your specific unit. Never assume fitment without that confirmation.

Engine code matters far more than year for a mechanical part like a turbo — two 306s from the same year can carry different engines and use different turbos. Check your engine code on your V5 logbook or via a VIN check and give it to the breaker, as this is the most reliable way to source the correct unit. Year alone is not enough.

Trim level does not determine turbo fitment — the engine code does. An XR, XS, or any other trim designation tells you nothing useful about which turbo fits; what matters is which engine is actually fitted to your car. Give the breaker your engine code and fuel type rather than your trim name, and be aware that cosmetic parts sourced at the same time (brackets, covers) may differ between trim levels even if the turbo core is identical.

No — diesel and petrol turbos are completely different units and are not interchangeable. Always confirm your fuel type alongside your engine code when contacting a breaker, as fitting the wrong unit could cause serious engine damage. This is one of the most important details to get right.

Gearbox type does not directly affect which turbo fits, as the turbo is part of the engine rather than the transmission. However, gearbox type can sometimes indicate a different engine variant was fitted, so it is worth mentioning to the breaker alongside your engine code to help them verify the correct match. The engine code remains the key detail.

The 306 was facelifted in 1997, meaning a 1995 car is pre-facelift and a 2000 car is post-facelift, so these sit on opposite sides of a known production boundary. If both cars share the same engine code the turbo core may well be compatible, but mounting brackets, pipework, and ancillary fittings can change across a facelift — confirm with the breaker against both registrations before buying. Never assume a cross-facelift part will drop straight in.