Land Rover Range Rover Sport L461
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
The Range Rover Sport L461 (from 2022) is the current generation of the sporting Range Rover and sits right at the top of the premium SUV segment. Technically it is a modern leap: a new architecture, the Pivi Pro infotainment system and a thoroughly electrified drivetrain. As a still-young used car it is expensive, and Land Rover's familiar question marks around electronics and software are not yet fully resolved on a vehicle this complex.
The engine range is compact and modern. The DT306 straight-six diesel with 48-volt mild hybrid runs smoothly and pulls strongly, making it the sensible choice for high-mileage drivers. The PT306 turbo petrol is regarded as the most mature modern JLR engine — refined and effortless. Both, however, share recall N908, where a cracking oil filter housing can create a fire risk; this must be closed out. The plug-in hybrid PT306-PHEV">PT306-PHEV offers genuine electric range and hefty system output, but demands attention with mostly short combustion-engine use due to possible oil dilution and eventual high-voltage battery capacity loss. The highlight is the supplied 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 from BMW (S68B44B), which replaces the old supercharged V8: brutal, even shove and the most technically solid eight-cylinder base JLR has ever fitted — though thirsty and prone to raised oil consumption.
The biggest issue of this generation is software. The Pivi Pro infotainment tends to freeze and restart, and there are software faults in drivetrain and transmission management that are fixed by updates. On top of that come sometimes uneven panel gaps from the factory as well as the Land Rover-typical air suspension with compressor and ride-height sensor concerns.
When buying an L461, the software should be up to date — all recalls and service updates must be documented in the system. Check the air suspension for even ride height while parked and after standing, and test the Pivi Pro system thoroughly. On PHEV models it is worth checking the actual state of charge and real electric range. Verdict: technically the best and most modern Range Rover Sport yet, with the BMW V8 as the genuine star. The early weaknesses lie more in software than in mechanics — with a full update history and factory-maintained condition it is an assured, if far from cheap, vehicle.
635 PS
Range Rover Sport SV P635 · Benzin
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3.0L Ingenium I6 Benzin Turbo Benzin
6 weaknesses
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Engine Overview
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport L461 is available with 10 engine variants — from 200 to 634 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Software faults — drivetrain and gearbox Software faults trigger engine management and gearbox fault messages without any mechanical defect. Particularly affects MHEV variants. OTA updates address known cases; ECU reprogramming at the dealer often necessary. Symptoms: Engine warning light, gearbox fault message, reduced drive power, vehicle enters limp mode from 20,000 km | Low | |
| Pivi Pro infotainment: freezing and restarts Pivi Pro system freezes while driving or restarts spontaneously. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay drop out wirelessly. Navigation and voice control issues known. OTA updates bring improvements but do not resolve problems completely. Symptoms: Black screen, restart while driving, wireless smartphone connection drops repeatedly from 30,000 km | Medium |
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A total of 26 weaknesses have been documented for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport L461 (2022–2026) — 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 Sport (S68B44B, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Turbocharger problems from oil starvation, Cooling system leak and overheating risk, Elevated oil consumption. Power: 530 PS.
Range Rover Sport (S68B44B, 2023–2026) — Be Careful: Turbocharger problems from oil starvation, Cooling system leak and overheating risk, Elevated oil consumption. Power: 634 PS.
Range Rover Sport (PT306, 2022–2026) — 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 Sport (PT306, 2022–2026) — 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 Sport (PT306-PHEV, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Recall N908: oil filter housing — fire risk, Turbocharger wear, PHEV: EV mode unavailable. Power: 360 PS.
Range Rover Sport (PT306-PHEV, 2022–2026) — Be Careful: Recall N908: oil filter housing — fire risk, Turbocharger wear, PHEV: EV mode unavailable. Power: 400 PS.
Range Rover Sport (DT306, 2022–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Turbocharger actuator failure, Injector failure. Power: 351 PS.
Range Rover Sport (DT306, 2022–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Turbocharger actuator failure, Injector failure. Power: 300 PS.
Range Rover Sport (DT306, 2022–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Turbocharger actuator failure, Injector failure. Power: 249 PS.
What to watch out for with the Land Rover Range Rover Sport? 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