Land Rover Velar P400e
The 3.0L I6 turbocharged petrol combined with an electric motor as a plug-in hybrid. Combustion engine weaknesses same as the PT306, plus PHEV-specific issues: EV mode refusal, battery degradation, and oil dilution when running predominantly on electric power.
Velar P400e: electric elegance
The PHEV Velar pairs distinctive design with urban electric culture. A quiet, agile vehicle in EV mode. The I6 petrol sets the direction on longer runs. For Velar drivers with a charge point, the most versatile choice.
Engine Weaknesses 5
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
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
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
The PHEV battery loses capacity over time. Electric range drops from roughly 50 km to 30–35 km. Charge port and on-board charger failures are also reported.
Symptoms: Reduced electric range, charging errors, charge port unresponsive
When the PHEV is driven predominantly on electricity, the combustion engine starts rarely and never reaches operating temperature. Fuel enters the sump unburnt.
Symptoms: Fuel smell in engine oil, oil level above max mark, early service warning
Vehicle Weaknesses 8
The dual touchscreen system freezes or shows a black screen while driving. Particularly affects models before MY2020. Software update 18D partially mitigated the problem.
Air suspension bellows become porous and lose air. The compressor has to work more frequently and wears faster. Vehicle drops after prolonged standing.
'Transmission Fault' message appears spontaneously and triggers limp mode. Faulty gearbox control unit or valve body must be replaced. Repair costs substantial.
Vehicles with 2.0-litre petrol engines built in 2018 were recalled due to leaking fuel rail connectors. Fuel can escape and create a fire risk. Free replacement at the dealer.
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.
The panoramic roof develops spontaneous cracks that spread. Water enters through the cracks. Full glass roof replacement required. Affects several model years.
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.
Water enters the interior through faulty windscreen, A-pillar or tailgate seals. Electronic control units can be damaged.