Land Rover Range Rover L460
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
The L460 is the current Range Rover generation, built since 2022, and continues the model's role as the brand's luxury flagship in the full-size premium SUV segment. Visually pared back, mechanically overhauled and even more focused on comfort, material quality and digital equipment. Its market position and price are lofty, so the used market is still young — most examples are still under warranty, which cushions some of the financial risk. Even so, Land Rover remains Land Rover, and the new electronic architecture in particular shows teething troubles in the early build years.
The engine range is compact and fundamentally sound. The Ingenium straight-six diesel (DT306) and petrol (PT306), both with 48-volt mild hybrid, are the mature bread-and-butter units and the most sensible choice for most buyers — smooth, strong and befitting the car. The plug-in hybrid (PT306-PHEV">PT306-PHEV) offers roughly 400 to 550 hp system output depending on spec plus useful electric range, but brings the usual PHEV concerns: possible high-voltage battery capacity loss, oil dilution under mostly short-run use and the EV mode occasionally being unavailable. The flagship uses, for the first time, a bought-in 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 from BMW (S68B44B) with 500 to 635 hp — a modern high-performance engine with savage pull that is fundamentally solid as a base but wants an eye kept on raised oil consumption and turbo oil supply.
The real weak spots on this model lie less in the drivetrain than in the electronics and build quality of the earliest cars. The Pivi Pro infotainment struggles with software bugs and patchy over-the-air updates. The electronically deploying door handles make noises and fail. Early cars show uneven panel gaps and wind noise. The air suspension is a cost centre as ever — ride height sensors and the compressor are among the known failure candidates.
When buying an L460, the build year matters most: later cars have had many of the early software and build faults ironed out through updates and rework. Remaining warranty and an extended warranty are worth real money on this car. Check the software history and the state of the OTA updates, cycle the door handles and the air suspension several times while stationary, and listen for wind noise on the test drive. Bottom line: a technically impressive, hugely comfortable flagship that is entirely defensible with valid warranty and a late build year — but remains a calculated risk without a warranty and in an early example.
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Engine Overview
The Land Rover Range Rover L460 is available with 11 engine variants — from 252 to 615 hp.
This 3.0-litre inline-six diesel from the Ingenium range runs a 48-volt mild-hybrid system and is noticeably smoother and more refined than the four-cylinder diesel. The key concern is recall N908: the oil filter housing can crack and poses a fire risk — its status must be verified before purchase, no exceptions. The turbo actuator is a known failure, the EGR system cokes up, and the particulate filter clogs under predominantly short-trip use. On the mild-hybrid side the DC-DC converter is the usual weak link, alongside occasional injector failures. A commanding straight-six that demands a clean service history and a confirmed recall status.
- !! Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk
Incorrect plastic specification for the Ingenium I6 oil filter housing. The housing can crack and spray engine oil under pressure onto hot components such as the turbocharger. Fire risk. Recall N908.
Symptoms: Visible oil leak, oil puddles after parking, oil warning light, in severe cases smoke or fire - !! Turbocharger actuator failure from 80,000 km
The DT306 electronic turbocharger actuator develops faults from overheating and deposits. Repair is labour-intensive due to the engine layout.
Symptoms: Power loss, engine warning light, uneven acceleration, delayed turbo response - !! Injector failure from 150,000 km
The DT306 common rail injectors can fail from fuel contamination and internal wear. On the inline-six diesel all 6 injectors are affected.
Symptoms: Rough idle, diesel knock, black smoke, misfires, engine warning light
+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
This 3.0-litre inline-six diesel from the Ingenium range runs a 48-volt mild-hybrid system and is noticeably smoother and more refined than the four-cylinder diesel. The key concern is recall N908: the oil filter housing can crack and poses a fire risk — its status must be verified before purchase, no exceptions. The turbo actuator is a known failure, the EGR system cokes up, and the particulate filter clogs under predominantly short-trip use. On the mild-hybrid side the DC-DC converter is the usual weak link, alongside occasional injector failures. A commanding straight-six that demands a clean service history and a confirmed recall status.
- !! Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk
Incorrect plastic specification for the Ingenium I6 oil filter housing. The housing can crack and spray engine oil under pressure onto hot components such as the turbocharger. Fire risk. Recall N908.
Symptoms: Visible oil leak, oil puddles after parking, oil warning light, in severe cases smoke or fire - !! Turbocharger actuator failure from 80,000 km
The DT306 electronic turbocharger actuator develops faults from overheating and deposits. Repair is labour-intensive due to the engine layout.
Symptoms: Power loss, engine warning light, uneven acceleration, delayed turbo response - !! Injector failure from 150,000 km
The DT306 common rail injectors can fail from fuel contamination and internal wear. On the inline-six diesel all 6 injectors are affected.
Symptoms: Rough idle, diesel knock, black smoke, misfires, engine warning light
+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
This 3.0-litre inline-six diesel from the Ingenium range runs a 48-volt mild-hybrid system and is noticeably smoother and more refined than the four-cylinder diesel. The key concern is recall N908: the oil filter housing can crack and poses a fire risk — its status must be verified before purchase, no exceptions. The turbo actuator is a known failure, the EGR system cokes up, and the particulate filter clogs under predominantly short-trip use. On the mild-hybrid side the DC-DC converter is the usual weak link, alongside occasional injector failures. A commanding straight-six that demands a clean service history and a confirmed recall status.
- !! Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk
Incorrect plastic specification for the Ingenium I6 oil filter housing. The housing can crack and spray engine oil under pressure onto hot components such as the turbocharger. Fire risk. Recall N908.
Symptoms: Visible oil leak, oil puddles after parking, oil warning light, in severe cases smoke or fire - !! Turbocharger actuator failure from 80,000 km
The DT306 electronic turbocharger actuator develops faults from overheating and deposits. Repair is labour-intensive due to the engine layout.
Symptoms: Power loss, engine warning light, uneven acceleration, delayed turbo response - !! Injector failure from 150,000 km
The DT306 common rail injectors can fail from fuel contamination and internal wear. On the inline-six diesel all 6 injectors are affected.
Symptoms: Rough idle, diesel knock, black smoke, misfires, engine warning light
+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
This 3.0-litre inline-six turbo petrol with 48-volt mild-hybrid assist is regarded as the most polished modern JLR engine: smooth, strong and effortless with a healthy 340 to 400 hp on tap. The critical item is recall N908 — the oil filter housing can crack and pose a fire risk, so confirm the remedy was carried out. Beyond that, a timing chain rattle can develop over time, oil consumption may creep up, and the turbocharger, water pump and thermostat are typical wear points. The 48V DC-DC converter fails occasionally. Regular oil changes and a short cool-down after spirited driving noticeably extend its life.
- !! Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk
Incorrect plastic specification for the Ingenium I6 3.0L petrol oil filter housing. The housing can crack and spray engine oil onto hot components. Fire risk. Recall N908.
Symptoms: Visible oil leak, oil puddles, oil warning light, in severe cases smoke or fire - !! Timing chain — rattle and wear from 120,000 km
The PT306 inline-six shows timing chain wear with rattling on cold start. Although more robust than the 2.0L four-cylinder, wear and tensioner issues are documented at higher mileages.
Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, rough idle, engine warning light with camshaft correlation errors - !! Turbocharger bearing and seal wear from 120,000 km
PT306 turbochargers develop bearing wear and oil blow-by particularly with insufficient oil change intervals. Allow cool-down time after spirited driving.
Symptoms: Whistling or howling noise, smoke from exhaust, power loss, elevated oil consumption
+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
This 3.0-litre inline-six turbo petrol with 48-volt mild-hybrid assist is regarded as the most polished modern JLR engine: smooth, strong and effortless with a healthy 340 to 400 hp on tap. The critical item is recall N908 — the oil filter housing can crack and pose a fire risk, so confirm the remedy was carried out. Beyond that, a timing chain rattle can develop over time, oil consumption may creep up, and the turbocharger, water pump and thermostat are typical wear points. The 48V DC-DC converter fails occasionally. Regular oil changes and a short cool-down after spirited driving noticeably extend its life.
- !! Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk
Incorrect plastic specification for the Ingenium I6 3.0L petrol oil filter housing. The housing can crack and spray engine oil onto hot components. Fire risk. Recall N908.
Symptoms: Visible oil leak, oil puddles, oil warning light, in severe cases smoke or fire - !! Timing chain — rattle and wear from 120,000 km
The PT306 inline-six shows timing chain wear with rattling on cold start. Although more robust than the 2.0L four-cylinder, wear and tensioner issues are documented at higher mileages.
Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, rough idle, engine warning light with camshaft correlation errors - !! Turbocharger bearing and seal wear from 120,000 km
PT306 turbochargers develop bearing wear and oil blow-by particularly with insufficient oil change intervals. Allow cool-down time after spirited driving.
Symptoms: Whistling or howling noise, smoke from exhaust, power loss, elevated oil consumption
+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
Here the 3.0-litre inline-six turbo petrol works as a plug-in hybrid with an electric motor, producing roughly 400 to 550 hp of system output depending on spec — strong and pleasantly quiet in electric mode. The combustion-side weaknesses mirror the family: confirm that recall N908 on the oil filter housing, which carries a fire risk, has been done, and keep an eye on turbocharger wear. Hybrid-specific issues add up: occasional refusal of EV mode, gradual loss of high-voltage battery capacity, and above all oil dilution when the engine mostly runs cold and briefly. Owners who drive mainly on electric should warm the engine regularly and shorten oil-change intervals.
- !! Recall N908: oil filter housing — fire risk
Incorrect plastic specification for the I6 3.0L PHEV oil filter housing. The housing can crack and spray oil onto hot components. Recall N908.
Symptoms: Oil leak, oil puddles, oil warning light, smoke or fire - !! Turbocharger wear from 120,000 km
Same base engine as PT306: turbocharger wear from insufficient lubrication. In PHEV mode the combustion engine often starts cold, which damages the turbo without pre-lubrication.
Symptoms: Whistling noise under acceleration, power loss in hybrid mode, smoke - !! PHEV: EV mode unavailable
Frequent malfunction: the system refuses EV operation with the message "EV temporarily unavailable". Cause is often a faulty HV coolant heater or defective battery control modules.
Symptoms: EV temporarily unavailable message, system switches to hybrid mode unintentionally
+ 2 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
Here the 3.0-litre inline-six turbo petrol works as a plug-in hybrid with an electric motor, producing roughly 400 to 550 hp of system output depending on spec — strong and pleasantly quiet in electric mode. The combustion-side weaknesses mirror the family: confirm that recall N908 on the oil filter housing, which carries a fire risk, has been done, and keep an eye on turbocharger wear. Hybrid-specific issues add up: occasional refusal of EV mode, gradual loss of high-voltage battery capacity, and above all oil dilution when the engine mostly runs cold and briefly. Owners who drive mainly on electric should warm the engine regularly and shorten oil-change intervals.
- !! Recall N908: oil filter housing — fire risk
Incorrect plastic specification for the I6 3.0L PHEV oil filter housing. The housing can crack and spray oil onto hot components. Recall N908.
Symptoms: Oil leak, oil puddles, oil warning light, smoke or fire - !! Turbocharger wear from 120,000 km
Same base engine as PT306: turbocharger wear from insufficient lubrication. In PHEV mode the combustion engine often starts cold, which damages the turbo without pre-lubrication.
Symptoms: Whistling noise under acceleration, power loss in hybrid mode, smoke - !! PHEV: EV mode unavailable
Frequent malfunction: the system refuses EV operation with the message "EV temporarily unavailable". Cause is often a faulty HV coolant heater or defective battery control modules.
Symptoms: EV temporarily unavailable message, system switches to hybrid mode unintentionally
+ 2 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
This supplied 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 replaces the old supercharged V8 and delivers a massive 500 to 635 hp with brutal, linear thrust — a modern high-output engine with maintenance demands to match. The critical concerns are a tendency toward raised oil consumption and the two turbochargers, which suffer if oil is low or changes are skipped; meticulous oil supply is essential here. The cooling system works hard, so leaks and overheating risk must be taken seriously, and there are occasional sensor and electrical faults as well as injector issues. In this application the engine is still young, so long-term reliability cannot yet be judged conclusively — close, regular servicing is a prerequisite.
- !! Turbocharger problems from oil starvation from 100,000 km
The S68 twin-turbo setup can develop bearing damage with insufficient lubrication. Oil starvation is a frequent cause, especially with hot-soaking after hard driving without a cool-down period.
Symptoms: Turbo lag, unusual noises, power loss, whistling noise - !! Cooling system leak and overheating risk from 80,000 km
The S68 cooling system is complex and can develop leaks at hoses, thermostat and radiator. Overheating damage is particularly serious given the high power output.
Symptoms: Coolant loss, temperature warning, steam from the engine bay - !! Elevated oil consumption from 60,000 km
The BMW S68 V8 biturbo exhibits elevated oil consumption on some units as a known characteristic. Regular oil level checks between oil changes are mandatory.
Symptoms: Oil level drops between service intervals, occasional bluish smoke
+ 2 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
Here the 3.0-litre inline-six turbo petrol works as a plug-in hybrid with an electric motor, producing roughly 400 to 550 hp of system output depending on spec — strong and pleasantly quiet in electric mode. The combustion-side weaknesses mirror the family: confirm that recall N908 on the oil filter housing, which carries a fire risk, has been done, and keep an eye on turbocharger wear. Hybrid-specific issues add up: occasional refusal of EV mode, gradual loss of high-voltage battery capacity, and above all oil dilution when the engine mostly runs cold and briefly. Owners who drive mainly on electric should warm the engine regularly and shorten oil-change intervals.
- !! Recall N908: oil filter housing — fire risk
Incorrect plastic specification for the I6 3.0L PHEV oil filter housing. The housing can crack and spray oil onto hot components. Recall N908.
Symptoms: Oil leak, oil puddles, oil warning light, smoke or fire - !! Turbocharger wear from 120,000 km
Same base engine as PT306: turbocharger wear from insufficient lubrication. In PHEV mode the combustion engine often starts cold, which damages the turbo without pre-lubrication.
Symptoms: Whistling noise under acceleration, power loss in hybrid mode, smoke - !! PHEV: EV mode unavailable
Frequent malfunction: the system refuses EV operation with the message "EV temporarily unavailable". Cause is often a faulty HV coolant heater or defective battery control modules.
Symptoms: EV temporarily unavailable message, system switches to hybrid mode unintentionally
+ 2 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
This supplied 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 replaces the old supercharged V8 and delivers a massive 500 to 635 hp with brutal, linear thrust — a modern high-output engine with maintenance demands to match. The critical concerns are a tendency toward raised oil consumption and the two turbochargers, which suffer if oil is low or changes are skipped; meticulous oil supply is essential here. The cooling system works hard, so leaks and overheating risk must be taken seriously, and there are occasional sensor and electrical faults as well as injector issues. In this application the engine is still young, so long-term reliability cannot yet be judged conclusively — close, regular servicing is a prerequisite.
- !! Turbocharger problems from oil starvation from 100,000 km
The S68 twin-turbo setup can develop bearing damage with insufficient lubrication. Oil starvation is a frequent cause, especially with hot-soaking after hard driving without a cool-down period.
Symptoms: Turbo lag, unusual noises, power loss, whistling noise - !! Cooling system leak and overheating risk from 80,000 km
The S68 cooling system is complex and can develop leaks at hoses, thermostat and radiator. Overheating damage is particularly serious given the high power output.
Symptoms: Coolant loss, temperature warning, steam from the engine bay - !! Elevated oil consumption from 60,000 km
The BMW S68 V8 biturbo exhibits elevated oil consumption on some units as a known characteristic. Regular oil level checks between oil changes are mandatory.
Symptoms: Oil level drops between service intervals, occasional bluish smoke
+ 2 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Pivi Pro: software bugs and OTA issues Pivi Pro freezes, restarts or loses connectivity. Proximity auto-lock sometimes fails. OTA updates arrive regularly but occasionally introduce new problems. Coolant level warnings and engine warning lights due to ECU errors are known. Symptoms: Infotainment goes black, auto-lock function unresponsive, engine warning light without apparent fault from 20,000 km | Medium |
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Known Problems and Issues +
A total of 26 weaknesses have been documented for the Land Rover Range Rover L460 (2021–2026) — 22 engine-related and 4 vehicle-related. 2 problem engines: DT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Diesel), PT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Benzin Turbo). Typical issues affect Electronics, Body, Suspension.
Range Rover (S68B44B, 2021–2026) — Be Careful: Turbocharger problems from oil starvation, Cooling system leak and overheating risk, Elevated oil consumption. Power: 530 PS.
Range Rover (S68B44B, 2023–2026) — Be Careful: Turbocharger problems from oil starvation, Cooling system leak and overheating risk, Elevated oil consumption. Power: 614 PS.
Range Rover (PT306, 2021–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Timing chain — rattle and wear, Turbocharger bearing and seal wear. Power: 400 PS.
Range Rover (PT306, 2021–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Timing chain — rattle and wear, Turbocharger bearing and seal wear. Power: 360 PS.
Range Rover (PT306-PHEV, 2021–2026) — Be Careful: Recall N908: oil filter housing — fire risk, Turbocharger wear, PHEV: EV mode unavailable. Power: 360 PS.
Range Rover (PT306-PHEV, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Recall N908: oil filter housing — fire risk, Turbocharger wear, PHEV: EV mode unavailable. Power: 400 PS.
Range Rover (DT306, 2021–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Turbocharger actuator failure, Injector failure. Power: 351 PS.
Range Rover (DT306, 2021–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Turbocharger actuator failure, Injector failure. Power: 300–306 PS.
Range Rover (DT306, 2021–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Turbocharger actuator failure, Injector failure. Power: 249–258 PS.
What to watch out for with the Land Rover Range Rover? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee