Peugeot 508 Axle Replacement Parts

The first-generation 508 ran from 2011 to 2018, with a facelift arriving in 2014 that brought styling and trim updates. For the axle, running gear can vary with engine size across this generation, so a unit from a 2.0 HDi car is more likely to suit another 2.0 HDi than a smaller-engined variant. Parts from within the same pre- or post-facelift period and matching engine size are your best starting point, but confirm exact interchange with the breaker against your registration before ordering.

This swap crosses the 2014 facelift boundary within the first generation, and while the basic platform carried over, suspension and running gear components can differ between pre- and post-facelift builds. Engine size is the key variable — a unit from a matching engine variant has a better chance of fitting, but you cannot assume direct interchange across that 2014 boundary. Take this question straight to the breaker with both registrations so they can check the exact part numbers before you commit.

Trim level alone does not determine axle fitment on the 508; it is the generation and engine size that matter, not whether the car was an Active or a GT. You may find cosmetic or interior differences on a donor car reflecting its trim, but those have no bearing on whether the axle itself will suit your vehicle. Focus your search on matching generation and engine, and let the breaker confirm compatibility against your registration.

Yes — larger or more powerful engines often place greater demands on braking and suspension components, so the running gear on a 2.0 HDi or larger petrol can differ from that fitted to a smaller 1.6 engine car. Always tell the breaker your exact engine size and variant, not just '508 axle', so they can pull the right unit from their stock. Matching engine size gives you the best chance of a correct fit, though the breaker should still verify against your reg.

Yes, the second-generation 508 launched in 2018 as a completely new model on a different platform to the 2011–2018 first generation. The two generations are not interchangeable — axles, suspension geometry and dimensions differ significantly between them. Always make clear to the breaker which generation your car is, ideally by providing your registration, to avoid being quoted the wrong part entirely.

The 508 was offered in saloon and SW (estate) body styles during the first generation, and body style can affect rear axle and suspension geometry, so a direct swap between styles is not guaranteed. Confirm with the breaker whether the unit from the donor body style matches yours, using both registrations as the reference point. Do not assume a saloon axle will drop straight into an SW without that check.