Turbocharger PEUGEOT 208 1 1.6 GTi 208 hp

This category is dedicated to the exchange turbocharger for the 1.6 GTi 208 hp engine, a power output found across several compact and hot-hatch platforms sharing this motorization. It serves independent garages replacing a failed unit, drivers whose vehicle shows reduced power or unusual exhaust smoke, and hobbyists who prefer to source and fit the part themselves. Here you will find the remanufactured turbocharger referenced under the BorgWarner KKK identifier, selected for compatibility with this engine code and power rating, alongside the information needed to confirm the match before ordering.

The range is built around cross-referencing rather than volume: each unit entering this category is matched against the original engine code, the OEM part number, and the known equivalences used across the 1.6 GTi 208 hp production run. Working with a dedicated parts supplier means garages and individual buyers draw from the same verified stock, avoiding the trial-and-error of ordering a turbo that turns out to fit a similar but distinct engine variant.

Professional uses by trade

A 208 hp turbo replacement is bought for different reasons depending on who is buying it. The following overview groups typical situations by profile, from the independent garage diagnosing a customer's vehicle to the enthusiast planning a home replacement, including buyers searching from Germany and neighboring markets.

• Le garagiste independant: Cross-checks the engine code and chassis number against the workshop order before ordering the exchange turbocharger, avoiding a return trip for a mismatched part.
• L'automobiliste depanne: Notices a loss of power, a whistling sound, or dashboard warnings pointing to the turbo, and looks for a compatible replacement without visiting several suppliers.
• Le passionne qui fait lui-meme: Compares the OEM reference and known equivalences listed here against the part removed from the vehicle before placing an order for this 1.6 GTi turbo.
• Der deutsche Kaeufer (DACH): Searches for the exact BorgWarner KKK reference to make sure the exchange turbocharger matches the 1.6 GTi 208 hp engine before ordering across the border.
• Le garagiste independant: Plans the core deposit return alongside the new unit, keeping the exchange process straightforward for the customer waiting on the repair.
• L'automobiliste depanne: Reads the failure symptoms described for this engine family to judge whether the turbocharger, rather than another component, is the actual cause of the fault.

Range comparison

The table below summarizes the single reference available in this category, indicating its intended use and the wholesale packaging format so garages and buyers ordering several units can plan accordingly.

How to choose

Selecting the correct exchange turbocharger depends on more than the power figure alone. The criteria below help garages and individual buyers confirm compatibility before ordering the 1.6 GTi 208 hp reference listed in this category.

1. Confirm the engine code and production years stamped on the removed part match the reference listed here before the exchange unit is ordered and shipped.
2. Check that the core deposit and return process for the old turbocharger is clear beforehand, since the exchange system depends on the used unit coming back.
3. Verify the OEM part number and known equivalences rather than relying on the vehicle model alone, since several power outputs can share a similar chassis.
4. Consider how the unit is packaged for transport, since a turbocharger left without proper protection can be damaged in handling before it reaches the workshop.
5. For garages ordering repeatedly, favor a supplier maintaining consistent stock of this specific reference, reducing the wait between diagnosis and the vehicle leaving the workshop.
6. Read the described failure symptoms carefully, since a whistling noise or limp mode can also point to a related component rather than the turbocharger itself.
7. Note whether the description references the variable geometry mechanism and the CHRA cartridge inside the housing, since these are the components most exposed to wear on this engine family.

Storage & logistics

A remanufactured turbocharger should remain in its original packaging until it is ready to be fitted, protecting the compressor and turbine housings from impact and the connections from dust. Garages holding several units for different engine families benefit from keeping the engine code and OEM reference visible on the outer box, avoiding confusion between similarly shaped parts. Because this category operates on an exchange basis, storage also means setting aside space for the core return: the used turbocharger removed from the vehicle should be kept and returned rather than discarded, closing the exchange loop for the reference ordered.

Since 2026, our team has focused on matching each turbocharger reference to the exact engine code and production years it fits, so garages and enthusiasts working on a 1.6 GTi 208 hp can order with a confirmed match rather than a guess.— autoKUR team

Related categories

Browse our other ranges:

• 1.6 GTi 200 hp
• 1.6 THP 200 hp
• 1.6 THP 163 hp
• 1.6 16v 156 hp
• 1.6 HDi 120 hp
• 1.6 HDi 114 hp

Useful references

For regulatory and sector references, see Reglement (UE) 461/2010 — pieces de rechange et garantie constructeur.