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Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

1.3 / 5.0 · Based on 7 engine variants · How we rate

The Range Rover Velar has sat in the mid-size premium SUV segment since 2017 and serves as the design statement of the range: a low roofline, flush-fitting retractable door handles, and a minimalist cabin with two touchscreens. It shares its platform with the Jaguar F-Pace but leans far more toward lifestyle than the traditional Range Rover. Anyone eyeing a used Velar should understand that a lot of modern electronics meet the usual JLR reliability here — and that is not always a happy marriage.

Engine choice matters a great deal. The Ingenium four-cylinders, both the 2.0L diesel (204DTD) and the 2.0L petrol (204PT), share a timing-chain architecture that tends to stretch prematurely, especially on model years before 2019. The diesel adds oil dilution from DPF regeneration and EGR coking, which is particularly troublesome on short trips. The far smoother choice is the inline-six with 48-volt mild hybrid: the PT306 petrol is regarded as the most mature modern JLR engine, and the DT306 diesel runs refined and strong. Both, however, are subject to recall N908, where a cracking oil filter housing poses a fire risk — always confirm the recall was carried out. The AJ126 supercharged V6 has character, but the plastic coolant pipe beneath the supercharger can burst, and engine damage often follows. The PHEV brings additional high-voltage concerns and suffers oil dilution during short electric-only running.

Regardless of engine, the Velar is fragile on the vehicle side. The Touch Pro Duo infotainment freezes or goes black, the retractable door handles jam, and the air suspension with leaking bags and an overworked compressor is a classic JLR recurring fault. Add gearbox failures via the mechatronics or valve body, a panoramic roof that opens spontaneously and lets water through, and overnight battery drain from infotainment standby. Water ingress into the footwell or boot completes the picture. The 2.0L engines also carry a recall for a leaking fuel rail.

Buyers should insist on a complete service history, clear all open recalls (N908 above all), and test the air suspension and infotainment from a cold start. Verdict: a visually convincing car with the well-known JLR weaknesses. With the inline-six, a documented history, and a realistic maintenance budget, the Velar is livable — but it is no worry-free vehicle.

Most Fun Engine

400 PS

Velar P400 · Benzin

Velar P400: six cylinders for the design SUV

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Problem Engine

179–241 PS

2.0L Ingenium Diesel Diesel

7 weaknesses

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Engine Overview

The Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 is available with 10 engine variants — from 180 to 404 hp.

Velar D180 · Diesel· 179 PS
2017 2020

The 2.0L Ingenium four-cylinder diesel has been widely used since 2015 but suffers from structural weaknesses: timing chain (particularly vulnerable pre-2019), oil dilution from DPF regeneration on short trips, and turbocharger problems caused by poor oil quality. Oil changes every 10,000 km instead of the recommended 21,000 km are strongly advised.

  • !! Timing chain stretches prematurely from 90,000 km

    The 204DTD timing chain stretches prematurely due to worn plastic guides and degraded lubrication from oil dilution. Chains fitted before 2019 are particularly affected. Chain snap is possible.

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, engine warning light, power loss, fault codes P0016 or P0341
    1,800–4,500 $
  • !! Oil dilution from DPF regeneration from 30,000 km

    Incomplete DPF regeneration cycles allow unburnt fuel to drip into the sump. Particularly critical on short trips with the transversely mounted engine — the distance between turbo and DPF is too great for passive regeneration.

    Symptoms: Early service warning well before interval, oil level above max mark, fuel smell in oil, increased engine wear
    100–300 $
  • !! Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation from 100,000 km

    Turbochargers fail due to oil dilution-related lubrication degradation and plastic debris from timing chain guides. A second turbocharger can be destroyed by debris from the first.

    Symptoms: Blue or black exhaust smoke, whistling or hissing noise, severe power loss, engine warning light
    3,500–7,000 $

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Velar D240 · Diesel· 241 PS
2017 2020

The 2.0L Ingenium four-cylinder diesel has been widely used since 2015 but suffers from structural weaknesses: timing chain (particularly vulnerable pre-2019), oil dilution from DPF regeneration on short trips, and turbocharger problems caused by poor oil quality. Oil changes every 10,000 km instead of the recommended 21,000 km are strongly advised.

  • !! Timing chain stretches prematurely from 90,000 km

    The 204DTD timing chain stretches prematurely due to worn plastic guides and degraded lubrication from oil dilution. Chains fitted before 2019 are particularly affected. Chain snap is possible.

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, engine warning light, power loss, fault codes P0016 or P0341
    1,800–4,500 $
  • !! Oil dilution from DPF regeneration from 30,000 km

    Incomplete DPF regeneration cycles allow unburnt fuel to drip into the sump. Particularly critical on short trips with the transversely mounted engine — the distance between turbo and DPF is too great for passive regeneration.

    Symptoms: Early service warning well before interval, oil level above max mark, fuel smell in oil, increased engine wear
    100–300 $
  • !! Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation from 100,000 km

    Turbochargers fail due to oil dilution-related lubrication degradation and plastic debris from timing chain guides. A second turbocharger can be destroyed by debris from the first.

    Symptoms: Blue or black exhaust smoke, whistling or hissing noise, severe power loss, engine warning light
    3,500–7,000 $

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Velar D275 · Diesel· 275 PS
2018 2020

3.0-litre successor to the 276DT with the same structural crankshaft bearing weaknesses. Timing chains and injectors add further problem areas. Engine replacement costs of £5,000–£10,000 are a real possibility. Very short oil change intervals (max. 8,000 km) are mandatory. Only buy with complete documentation.

  • !! Crankshaft bearing failure from design weakness from 180,000 km

    The 306DT inherits the narrow crankshaft design of the 276DT. Bearing shells spin in operation and block oil galleries. Service bulletin SSM71816 covers 3.0L versions as well. Engine replacement costs £6,000–12,000.

    Symptoms: Rhythmic knocking from the lower engine block (worse under load), oil pressure loss, metal particles in the oil filter
    6,000–12,000 $
  • !! Timing chain and tensioner wear from 100,000 km

    From around 80,000 km the 306DT chain tensioners and guides can wear. Rattling on cold start is the typical early warning. Left unattended, chain jump and engine damage follow.

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start (disappears once warm), check engine light, P0008/P0016/P0017
    2,000–6,000 $
  • !! Injector over-fuelling with piston damage from 140,000 km

    Certain 306DT injectors can over-fuel, causing extreme heat buildup in the cylinder and piston melting. Metal particles from the resulting damage destroy other engine components.

    Symptoms: Individual cylinder power loss, rough engine noise, fault codes on individual injectors, metallic sounds
    2,000–8,000 $

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Velar D300 · Diesel· 300 PS
2017 2020

3.0-litre successor to the 276DT with the same structural crankshaft bearing weaknesses. Timing chains and injectors add further problem areas. Engine replacement costs of £5,000–£10,000 are a real possibility. Very short oil change intervals (max. 8,000 km) are mandatory. Only buy with complete documentation.

  • !! Crankshaft bearing failure from design weakness from 180,000 km

    The 306DT inherits the narrow crankshaft design of the 276DT. Bearing shells spin in operation and block oil galleries. Service bulletin SSM71816 covers 3.0L versions as well. Engine replacement costs £6,000–12,000.

    Symptoms: Rhythmic knocking from the lower engine block (worse under load), oil pressure loss, metal particles in the oil filter
    6,000–12,000 $
  • !! Timing chain and tensioner wear from 100,000 km

    From around 80,000 km the 306DT chain tensioners and guides can wear. Rattling on cold start is the typical early warning. Left unattended, chain jump and engine damage follow.

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start (disappears once warm), check engine light, P0008/P0016/P0017
    2,000–6,000 $
  • !! Injector over-fuelling with piston damage from 140,000 km

    Certain 306DT injectors can over-fuel, causing extreme heat buildup in the cylinder and piston melting. Metal particles from the resulting damage destroy other engine components.

    Symptoms: Individual cylinder power loss, rough engine noise, fault codes on individual injectors, metallic sounds
    2,000–8,000 $

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Velar D200 · Diesel Mild-Hybrid· 204 PS
2020 2026

The 2.0L Ingenium four-cylinder diesel has been widely used since 2015 but suffers from structural weaknesses: timing chain (particularly vulnerable pre-2019), oil dilution from DPF regeneration on short trips, and turbocharger problems caused by poor oil quality. Oil changes every 10,000 km instead of the recommended 21,000 km are strongly advised.

  • !! Timing chain stretches prematurely from 90,000 km

    The 204DTD timing chain stretches prematurely due to worn plastic guides and degraded lubrication from oil dilution. Chains fitted before 2019 are particularly affected. Chain snap is possible.

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, engine warning light, power loss, fault codes P0016 or P0341
    1,800–4,500 $
  • !! Oil dilution from DPF regeneration from 30,000 km

    Incomplete DPF regeneration cycles allow unburnt fuel to drip into the sump. Particularly critical on short trips with the transversely mounted engine — the distance between turbo and DPF is too great for passive regeneration.

    Symptoms: Early service warning well before interval, oil level above max mark, fuel smell in oil, increased engine wear
    100–300 $
  • !! Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation from 100,000 km

    Turbochargers fail due to oil dilution-related lubrication degradation and plastic debris from timing chain guides. A second turbocharger can be destroyed by debris from the first.

    Symptoms: Blue or black exhaust smoke, whistling or hissing noise, severe power loss, engine warning light
    3,500–7,000 $

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Velar D300 · Diesel Mild-Hybrid· 300 PS
2020 2026

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
    0–0 $
  • !! 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
    1,200–3,500 $
  • !! 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
    600–2,500 $

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Velar P250 · Petrol· 250 PS
2017 2026

This 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol from the Ingenium range shares its timing-chain architecture with the diesel — here too the chain tends to stretch early, so periodic checks pay off. A leak at the thermostat housing is common, causing coolant loss and potentially provoking secondary damage at the piston-cooling valve. The particulate-filter oil-dilution issue does not apply to the petrol, but oil consumption rises noticeably at higher mileages. The turbocharger and the electric coolant pump (service action N451) are further candidates. A lively, smooth-running engine that rewards regular cooling-system inspection.

  • !! Timing chain stretches prematurely from 90,000 km

    The 204PT petrol shares its timing chain architecture with the diesel counterpart. Chains pre-2019 are particularly susceptible. Repair requires gearbox removal (20–30 hours labour).

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, engine warning light, rough idle, misfires
    1,800–4,000 $
  • !! Thermostat housing leak and coolant loss from 70,000 km

    The Ingenium petrol thermostat housing is known for coolant leaks. Escaping coolant can drip onto hot engine components and damage secondary parts.

    Symptoms: Coolant loss without visible external leak, fluctuating engine temperature, steam from the engine bay, sweet smell
    200–700 $
  • !! Turbocharger failure from 110,000 km

    Turbocharger failure from oil starvation and bearing damage. On the 204PT the turbo oil supply is closely linked to the timing chain lubrication situation.

    Symptoms: Whistling or howling noise, power loss under acceleration, oil warning light
    3,500–6,500 $

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Velar P300 · Petrol· 300 PS
2017 2020

This 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol from the Ingenium range shares its timing-chain architecture with the diesel — here too the chain tends to stretch early, so periodic checks pay off. A leak at the thermostat housing is common, causing coolant loss and potentially provoking secondary damage at the piston-cooling valve. The particulate-filter oil-dilution issue does not apply to the petrol, but oil consumption rises noticeably at higher mileages. The turbocharger and the electric coolant pump (service action N451) are further candidates. A lively, smooth-running engine that rewards regular cooling-system inspection.

  • !! Timing chain stretches prematurely from 90,000 km

    The 204PT petrol shares its timing chain architecture with the diesel counterpart. Chains pre-2019 are particularly susceptible. Repair requires gearbox removal (20–30 hours labour).

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, engine warning light, rough idle, misfires
    1,800–4,000 $
  • !! Thermostat housing leak and coolant loss from 70,000 km

    The Ingenium petrol thermostat housing is known for coolant leaks. Escaping coolant can drip onto hot engine components and damage secondary parts.

    Symptoms: Coolant loss without visible external leak, fluctuating engine temperature, steam from the engine bay, sweet smell
    200–700 $
  • !! Turbocharger failure from 110,000 km

    Turbocharger failure from oil starvation and bearing damage. On the 204PT the turbo oil supply is closely linked to the timing chain lubrication situation.

    Symptoms: Whistling or howling noise, power loss under acceleration, oil warning light
    3,500–6,500 $

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Velar P340 · Petrol· 340 PS
2018 2020

3.0-litre V6 Supercharged as the smaller blower option. The coolant crossover pipe beneath the supercharger is system-critical — if it fails, engine damage is often unavoidable. Preventive replacement with aluminium pipes is strongly recommended. Check supercharger coupling and timing chain regularly. Water pump replacement requires supercharger removal (expensive).

  • !! Plastic coolant pipe under supercharger bursts from 100,000 km

    The plastic coolant crossover pipe running under the supercharger cracks suddenly from embrittlement. The engine is often irreparably overheated before the temperature warning appears. Very common cause of engine damage. Upgrade to aluminium pipes strongly recommended.

    Symptoms: Sudden coolant loss (often instantaneous), overheating warning, steam, potential engine damage
    1,500–8,000 $
  • !! Timing chain and guides wear from 110,000 km

    Like the V8 versions, the AJ126 has timing chains with plastic guides. From around 100,000 km guides and tensioners can deteriorate. The supercharger setup increases engine load and accelerates wear.

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, P0008/P0016, engine light
    2,000–6,000 $
  • !! Supercharger torsional coupler wears out from 90,000 km

    The Eaton Roots supercharger torsional coupler breaks apart. The rattling sounds like gravel in the supercharger at idle and disappears under load. Land Rover TSB available. Typical failure around 90,000–110,000 km.

    Symptoms: Rattling from supercharger at idle, decreasing supercharger output, power drop
    800–2,500 $

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Velar P340 · Petrol Mild-Hybrid· 340 PS
2020 2026

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
    0–0 $
  • !! 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
    1,500–3,500 $
  • !! 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
    3,000–7,000 $

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Velar P380 · Petrol· 381 PS
2017 2018

3.0-litre V6 Supercharged as the smaller blower option. The coolant crossover pipe beneath the supercharger is system-critical — if it fails, engine damage is often unavoidable. Preventive replacement with aluminium pipes is strongly recommended. Check supercharger coupling and timing chain regularly. Water pump replacement requires supercharger removal (expensive).

  • !! Plastic coolant pipe under supercharger bursts from 100,000 km

    The plastic coolant crossover pipe running under the supercharger cracks suddenly from embrittlement. The engine is often irreparably overheated before the temperature warning appears. Very common cause of engine damage. Upgrade to aluminium pipes strongly recommended.

    Symptoms: Sudden coolant loss (often instantaneous), overheating warning, steam, potential engine damage
    1,500–8,000 $
  • !! Timing chain and guides wear from 110,000 km

    Like the V8 versions, the AJ126 has timing chains with plastic guides. From around 100,000 km guides and tensioners can deteriorate. The supercharger setup increases engine load and accelerates wear.

    Symptoms: Metallic rattling on cold start, P0008/P0016, engine light
    2,000–6,000 $
  • !! Supercharger torsional coupler wears out from 90,000 km

    The Eaton Roots supercharger torsional coupler breaks apart. The rattling sounds like gravel in the supercharger at idle and disappears under load. Land Rover TSB available. Typical failure around 90,000–110,000 km.

    Symptoms: Rattling from supercharger at idle, decreasing supercharger output, power drop
    800–2,500 $

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Velar P400 · Petrol Mild-Hybrid· 400 PS
2020 2026

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
    0–0 $
  • !! 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
    1,500–3,500 $
  • !! 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
    3,000–7,000 $

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Velar P400e · Petrol Plug-in-Hybrid· 404 PS
2020 2026

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
    0–0 $
  • !! 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
    3,000–7,000 $
  • !! 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
    800–3,500 $

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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
Touch Pro Duo — screen black or frozen

The dual touchscreen system freezes or shows a black screen while driving. Particularly affects models before MY2020. Software update 18D partially mitigated the problem.

Symptoms: Upper screen goes black, display does not tilt when switching off, lower screen flickers, all screens dark while driving, camera remains permanently active
from 30,000 km
High
!Retractable door handles jam or fail to retract

The electric retractable door handles remain extended after opening or fail to retract — especially in cold weather or frost. Lack of lubrication or faulty actuators are the causes.

Symptoms: Door handle remains extended while driving, snaps in loudly when closing, jams in frost, door handle does not extend on approach
from 30,000 km
Low
!Battery drain overnight — infotainment standby

The Touch Pro Duo system does not shut down completely when the vehicle is left unlocked. Battery drains overnight. Similar weakness to Range Rover Sport and Discovery 5.

Symptoms: Vehicle will not start in the morning, flat battery in the evening, 'vehicle battery low' warning, infotainment stays active after switching off
from 20,000 km
Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
96 complaints · 2017–2026
  1. 01 Engine
    34 ⚠ 1
  2. 02 Other
    26 ⚠ 3
  3. 03 Electrical
    25 ⚠ 1
  4. 04 Powertrain
    13
  5. 05 Fuel System
    7

Top Reported Issues

Engine (34 complaints)
Other (26 complaints)
Electrical (25 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 46 weaknesses have been documented for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 (2017–2026) — 38 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. 6 problem engines: 204DTD (2.0L Ingenium Diesel), DT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Diesel), 306DT (3.0L V6 Diesel), 204PT (2.0L Ingenium Benzin Turbo), AJ126 (3.0L V6 Supercharged), PT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Benzin Turbo). Typical issues affect Electronics, Suspension, Gearbox, Body.

Range Rover Velar (204DTD, 2017–2020) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretches prematurely, Oil dilution from DPF regeneration, Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation. Power: 241 PS.

Range Rover Velar (204DTD, 2017–2020) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretches prematurely, Oil dilution from DPF regeneration, Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation. Power: 179 PS.

Range Rover Velar (306DT, 2017–2020) — Stay Away!: Crankshaft bearing failure from design weakness, Timing chain and tensioner wear, Injector over-fuelling with piston damage. Power: 300 PS.

Range Rover Velar (306DT, 2018–2020) — Stay Away!: Crankshaft bearing failure from design weakness, Timing chain and tensioner wear, Injector over-fuelling with piston damage. Power: 275 PS.

Range Rover Velar (204PT, 2017–2020) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretches prematurely, Thermostat housing leak and coolant loss, Turbocharger failure. Power: 300 PS.

Range Rover Velar (204PT, 2017–2026) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretches prematurely, Thermostat housing leak and coolant loss, Turbocharger failure. Power: 250 PS.

Range Rover Velar (AJ126, 2017–2018) — Stay Away!: Plastic coolant pipe under supercharger bursts, Timing chain and guides wear, Supercharger torsional coupler wears out. Power: 381 PS.

Range Rover Velar (PT306, 2020–2026) — 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 Velar (PT306-PHEV, 2020–2026) — Be Careful: Recall N908: oil filter housing — fire risk, Turbocharger wear, PHEV: EV mode unavailable. Power: 300 PS.

Range Rover Velar (204DTD, 2020–2026) — Stay Away!: Timing chain stretches prematurely, Oil dilution from DPF regeneration, Turbocharger failure due to oil starvation. Power: 204 PS.

Range Rover Velar (DT306, 2020–2026) — Stay Away!: Recall N908: oil filter housing can crack — fire risk, Turbocharger actuator failure, Injector failure. Power: 300 PS.

What to watch out for with the Land Rover Range Rover Velar? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 have? +
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 has 38 known engine weaknesses and 8 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: PT306-PHEV (3.0L I6 Turbo + E-Motor). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the PT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Benzin Turbo). Problem engine: 204DTD (2.0L Ingenium Diesel) — stay away!
Which Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} The P400 makes the Velar something special. Inline-six sound, fast gearchanges, direct handling — all together producing a driving experience that does the Velar's design language justice. Premium atmosphere in every situation.
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 — 6 of 7 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'. The engine choice is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560? +
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar L560 is available with engine variants from 180 to 404 hp. Petrol: 204PT (2.0L Ingenium Benzin Turbo), AJ126 (3.0L V6 Supercharged), PT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Benzin Turbo), PT306-PHEV (3.0L I6 Turbo + E-Motor). Diesel: 204DTD (2.0L Ingenium Diesel), DT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Diesel), 306DT (3.0L V6 Diesel).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee