What headlight bulb does a Peugeot 308 take in the UK?

For the 308 hatchback version (2013-2021), Auto Bulbs Direct lists dipped beam H7, main beam HB3. Headlight bulbs changed between versions, so check the table for your registration year and headlight type.

Do all 308 versions use the same bulbs?

No. Auto Bulbs Direct lists 2 different sets for the 308 across registration years and headlight types (halogen, with or without daytime running lights, cornering lights). Match yours by registration year, and check the old bulb's base.

Peugeot 308 bulb numbers (UK)

For the 308 hatchback version (2013-2021, 63 to 70 plates), Auto Bulbs Direct lists dipped beam H7, main beam HB3; front fog H11, front indicators 581 (PY21W), reversing 955 (W16W), number plate 501 (W5W). Other versions are below - 2 in all.

Key takeaways

308 hatchback: dipped H7, main HB3.
UK number and ECE code name the same bulb: 501 = W5W, 581 = PY21W, 380 = P21/5W, 382 = P21W.
Versions differ by registration year and headlight type - check the old bulb's base.

308 hatchback 2013-2021 (63 to 70 plates)
Dipped beam	H7
Main beam	HB3
Front fog	H11
Front indicator	581 (PY21W)
Rear indicator	581 (PY21W)
Rear fog	382 (P21W)
Reversing light	955 (W16W)
Number plate	501 (W5W)

308 hatchback 2007-2013 (57 to 13 plates)
Dipped beam	H7
Main beam	H1
Front fog	H8
Front indicator	581 (PY21W)
Brake / tail light	380 (P21/5W)
Rear indicator	382 (P21W)
Rear fog	382 (P21W)
Reversing light	382 (P21W)
High-level brake	501 (W5W)
Number plate	501 (W5W)

Versions as Auto Bulbs Direct names them, with UK registration years and plates. These are halogen-headlight cars unless stated; xenon and LED headlights use different bulbs or sealed units.

Bulbs for the Peugeot 308

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H7 headlight bulbDipped beam - 308 hatchbackShop bulbs 581 (PY21W) bulbFront indicators and rear indicatorsShop bulbs

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Source: Auto Bulbs Direct's vehicle bulb finder, checked registration plate by registration plate. Bulbs can change with trim level and headlight type, so check the markings on the old bulb (printed on its base) before buying. UK numbers (501, 581, 380...) and ECE codes (W5W, PY21W, P21/5W...) name the same bulb.