Peugeot Boxer road test reports and car reviews

Peugeot Boxer 2008

Pile of c**p. Windows and cooker all rattle, the noise drives you potty. I tried to stop the vibration but no luck. I saved hard to buy this vehicle and I feel angry to have such a pile of c**p .

Peugeot Boxer 2009

We bought a new motorhome in March - a base van Peugeot Boxer - ran it for 2,500 miles and in June, on the way to France, only 50 miles from home it broke down. Juddering and losing revs. The AA came to assist us and said the problem was the egr valve, replaced it but problem was not sorted - the van is still with Peugeot 5 weeks later; they must have spent in the region of £6,000 on parts. It has had a high pressure fuel pump, injectors etc etc - each part they needed seemed to have around a 2 to 3 week delay - we have had to contact Peugeot UK numerous times to chase part availability on behalf of the garage. We are now on first name terms with the Customer Services Manager and have been told that the problem with our van has been one of the more serious problems they have to solve in the country. Two weeks ago we were told that Peugeot thought that the problem was the ECU and that the part would not be available till 31/7/09 - we waited patiently and the 31/7 came and we contacted Peugeot to be told this would now not be available till 11/8. At this my partner contacted the motorhome dealership and informed them that we were giving the motorhome back and wanted our money back. The Motorhome dealership were fantastic and kindly sent a donor van to assist Peugeot (Peugeot had already told my partner that they didn’t have one in the country that they could use as a donor vehicle) in their dilemma - at last the van worked. AH! BUT... still hav nt got the motorhome back - Peugeot won’t leave that ECU on the van as they say they need to put the one on that is specially ordered for our van - they say these ECUs are unique to the van they are ordered for? I am no expert does anyone know if this is the case? By the way the man who is considering buying a ford - our peugeot has a ford transit engine!!

Responses to this review

Thanks for your review and information, I will look this up if I have the same problem with my 3.0 litre version of the camper. Check out your leaf spring assister lower leaf, the rubbers fell off ours and a knocking noise was heard - I thought it was the side step and it took a bit of finding. Peugeot replaced both sets and the replacements are beefier than the originals. I have fitted airsprings in place of Peugeot’s spring bump stops and ride is better. Check underseal arrangements, Peugeot only do bare minimum. I have undersealed mine with waxoil based product. There is also no under engine protection and engine block corrodes with salt, I have cleaned thoroughly and applied paint coating to engine aluminum block. Best of luck with your engine problems - my engine is fine and I hope it stays that way, sounds like Peugeot are not responding to your problem, your rights to send it back as not fit for purpose are lost if you accept a repair, ask for a complete replacement van - talk to consumer advice for independent advice - Boxer from England

Peugeot Boxer 2007

The worst pile of crap I have ever owned ever. Great cabin (c**p running gear), pulls well (when it works). Thinking of the future? Ummm... cheap to run (if you leave it at home due to spending 2-4 days a month in the last year at Peugeot). I hate to think of the cost when warranty runs out. Loads of room inside (when the doors will unlock). Peugeot UK? Who are they? They give you case number why? They do nothing; oh yeah sorry, Peugeot UK you talk c**p. Say with me egr valves, egr valves, egr valves, egr valves, egr valves, egr valves - that’s how many were replaced within 2000 miles. Software updates got me on this one - I bought a van not a computer. I did ask if they could try uploading windows 95 as I remember that worked quite well. Wind noise - sorted that one but don’t get chance really to comment as never reach any great speeds due to power loss, last 2-4-8 seconds quote by Peugeot UK - When this happens, bring it to us. Right, that’s what I have been doing, I know all your names and you don’t even have to put a key tag with my name on it, as it has its own little place at Peugeot with pillow and..... Well, THOUGHT I WOULD HAVE MY SAY.

Peugeot Boxer Furgon 2007

I have a problem with BOXER L2H2 Furgon, 2.2 HDI 120hp. When I turn it on, the motor starts to choke-jiggle.The problem occurs only when the van stands and the motor is running. Any clues?

Peugeot Boxer 2003

We bought the van at 6 months old and we found it to be the best all rounder for us. We move furniture and light goods our mileage is now 150000 and is still going strong no major breakdowns. Replaced clutch at 120000 miles no oil burning; services all done as required and parts replaced as needed. This is a van I would replace with the same without hesitation.

Peugeot Boxer Motorhome 2008

I do not expect clutch judder on a new vehicle, in first and reverse gears. My vehicle as had all the "mods" but I still dare not reverse it uphill. Very poor show Peugeot.

Peugeot Boxer SWB 1.9 1998

Bought my Boxer in 2003, second hand. This van is bomb proof! Used for paving and landscaping business, faultless and capable of carrying twice the specified load rating. Just sold it on to third owner, had tear in my eye. Transit, Vivaro etc, are toys in comparison!

Peugeot Boxer 2007

The Boxer van I bought is the biggest pile of c**p I have made the mistake to buy, customer support is pathetic, the van has had more recalls than a pair of old boots going back and forth to the cobblers. It has more rust on the engine block than a scrapped car in the 60’s, doors are all out of line. I have suffered more faults with this van than you can imagine I would have been better to buy a three legged table and put wheels on that, least I would get somewhere.

Peugeot Boxer 2.2 H1 120bhp 2007

Stop!!! Constantly going wrong... New egr valve at 300miles... 1 month later… 5 software updates for egr valve in 5 days; countless factory recalls... 2 more egr valves at 20,000 and 45,000... Electrical problems, brakes... thieves broke in to back load door just below handle with alarm dead locking active... Dealership not very helpful neither is Peugeot customer service... 4 day call back... Still having problems. Aaaarrrrr!!!

Peugeot Boxer Motorhome 1997

Nothing but trouble, the driver’s door leaks and the wind noise is uncomfortable even at slowish speeds. The side door is very flimsy and leaks, back doors don’t fit and leak. 5th gear went in a few miles whilst in France and we had to drive home in 4th. Clutch pedal failed and I had to drive back from a weekend away with no clutch. Ps I am a 58 year old engineer and not prone to abusing mechanical things.

Peugeot Boxer 2007

What a rubbish van, waste of money and time. Never ever buy this van......

Peugeot Boxer Motorhome. 2008

I have been waiting to replace my 2004 Peugeot Autocruise 2ltr HDi Mk2 Motorhome, for a new Peugeot 250x Autocruise Motorhome since 2006. Because of the water entry problems under the bonnet rusting all engine components, still not fixed with the various covers and replacement front windscreen rubbers fitted. Now problems with clutch judder and gearbox breaking up - there is no way I shall spend nearly £40k on a replacement motorhome, although I want to buy a new one and have the cash waiting. Perhaps I should now look at Ford etc.... Regards Terry Hart

Peugeot Boxer 250S 2.0 HDi 2007

I’ve driven the pre 2002 Boxer and now this one and I’m pleased that Peugeot have improved on a good product rather than trying to reinvent it. Everything is here that you need with a few nice extras. The cabin is much more comfortable, the drivers seat is multi adjustable and the steering column also can be adjusted slightly, which allows a very comfortable driving position. Everything else is pretty much as you’d expect and that’s just how it should be.