i think we shouldn't stereotype brands based only on the reliability records of past products. Mercedes made bulletproof cars back then, nowadays, do they really still make reliable cars? One bad experience with one Peugeot SC doesn't mean the whole chain is shit. One bad product doesn't mean they cannot own up to their past. I own a Ford and I've heard the horror stories of people who own the same model as mine. In my 5-6 years of owning my car from new, I am extremely satisfied with the service and reliability of my car.

Latest update to my 2012 Peugeot 3008.

On the way to Penang, Aircon not cold. Replaced compressor in Penang. On the way back to KL, alternator died. Replaced in Penang.

Back in KL, Aircon not cold again. This time, condenser coil kaput. Replaced in KL.

Drove to Penang for work and suddenly lost power or stuck in limp mode. Drove back slowly below 100kph and found turbo housing cracked!

Fucking piece of French shit. Everything broke down within 2 weeks. Need to spend approx RM 5k.

Will fix the turbo housing first. If more faults, it is up for sale below RM 20k.

I'm going back to my beloved 1990 Mitsubishi Galant VR4. Will detuned back to stock for daily driving.

New cars too many unreliable electronics and poor quality components just like an iPhone.