Land Rover Range Rover P615
BMW-developed S68 4.4L V8 BiTurbo fitted in JLR vehicles from 2022. Oil consumption and twin-turbo maintenance are critical. Engine is relatively new in the JLR context — long-term reliability not yet fully assessable.
Range Rover P615: performance flagship L460
In the new Range Rover L460 the BMW biturbo V8 is the absolute performance statement. 454 kW in a saloon-car body — that accelerates the mind to supercar level without sacrificing comfort. For owners who simply want everything.
Engine Weaknesses 5
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
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
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
The S68 relies on extensive electronics that are prone to sporadic sensor and control unit failures. Erratic engine behaviour and warning lights without obvious cause are typical.
Symptoms: Warning lights without apparent cause, rough running, sporadic power drops
The S68 uses both direct and port injection (TVDI). Injectors can form deposits and cause rough idle.
Symptoms: Rough idle, poor fuel efficiency, occasional misfires
Vehicle Weaknesses 4
Even on the new generation, early L460s show compressor failures and height sensor faults. ABS modulator noises addressed via OTA update. Repairs are inherently expensive. Regular maintenance extends service life.
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.
Flush electric door handles make loud noises when locking and unlocking on all four doors. Proximity function fails, doors must be opened manually by pressing a button. Problem officially acknowledged by JLR Engineering.
Early production years show panel gap variation at tailgate and doors as well as wind noise from door seals that do not sit correctly. MY25 model with revised door mirrors shows significantly less wind noise.
Reports & Tests
27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA (2021–2026). Most reported: Brakes (10), Engine (5), Electrical (4).