Second Hand Peugeot 308 Shock Absorber

The Peugeot 308 first generation ran from 2007 to 2013, while the second generation (Mk2) launched in 2013 – so a 2010 unit comes from the Mk1 and a 2014 unit is Mk2, meaning these are different generations with different suspension geometry. Shock absorbers do not cross that Mk1-to-Mk2 boundary, so you need to source a part from the correct generation for your car. Always confirm the exact match with the breaker against your registration to be sure.

The 308 Mk2 received a facelift in 2017, but the underlying platform and suspension architecture remained the same across the Mk2 generation (2013–2021). In most cases the shock absorbers are carried over through the facelift, but whether a specific part number interchanges across that 2017 boundary is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration, as spring and damper rate variants can differ. Never assume fitment without that check.

Running gear is often matched to the weight and power of the engine, so larger or more powerful engines can put different demands on suspension components – this is worth bearing in mind when sourcing a shock absorber. For the 308 specifically, confirm with the breaker against your registration whether the unit from a different engine variant will suit your car, as damper rates can vary. Providing your full registration gives the breaker the best chance of finding the right match.

For standard suspension, trim level does not affect shock absorber fitment on the 308 – Access, Active, Allure, and GT Line all share the same basic suspension setup. What can differ between trims is ride height or damper tuning on cars fitted with sport suspension, so if your car has any kind of lowered or sport setup, confirm this with the breaker against your registration. You may also receive a part with minor cosmetic differences in brackets or paint, but these do not affect function.

The 308 Hatchback and 308 SW (estate) share the same generation boundaries – Mk1 2007–2013 and Mk2 2013–2021 – but the SW's greater load capacity means its suspension components, including shock absorbers, can be tuned differently from the hatchback's. You should not assume a hatchback shock absorber will be a direct swap onto an SW, so confirm with the breaker against your registration before ordering. Getting the body style right is as important as getting the generation right here.

Yes – shock absorbers on the 308 are side-specific, so you must specify whether you need the nearside (NS, passenger side) or offside (OS, driver side) unit when contacting a breaker. Fitting the wrong side can affect suspension geometry and handling, so this is not something to overlook. Always double-check the side with your breaker against your registration to avoid receiving the wrong part.