How much does a Range Rover Velar L560 engine replacement cost in the UK?

A reconditioned Velar engine typically costs £3,000–£9,500 supply only [EM-QUOTE], depending on the engine — the four-cylinder Ingeniums sit at £3,000–£5,800, the D300 V6 diesel at £6,500–£9,500, and the SVAutobiography V8 at £5,500–£9,000. Fitting adds £650–£1,300. Use our calculator for a personalised figure.

Which Velar L560 engine is the most reliable?

The 204PT P300 (Ingenium petrol) and the 306PS P400 (3.0 mild-hybrid petrol) are the most reliable options — both are free of the diesel timing chain issues and the pre-facelift AJ126 cooling problems. The P400 is the sweet spot: modern, efficient, and proven.

What are the common problems with the Velar L560?

Pre-2019 204DTD Ingenium diesels suffer from timing chain tensioner wear. The D300 V6 diesel (306DT) has a known crankshaft bearing risk — short oil intervals are critical. The AJ126 V6 petrol (pre-facelift P340/P380) suffers from water pump and cooling system leaks. The V8 is robust but expensive to service.

Is the Range Rover Velar L560 reliable?

It depends on the engine and year. The petrol Ingeniums (204PT, 306PS) are the most reliable. The D300 V6 diesel is powerful but requires obsessive maintenance — 5,000-mile oil changes are essential. Pre-2019 four-cylinder diesels carry a timing chain risk that's well-documented. Post-2019 diesel Ingeniums are improved.

Which Velar L560 engine should I avoid?

Pre-2019 204DTD diesel without documented timing chain tensioner replacement — it's the same risk as earlier Ingenium units. A neglected D300 without oil change history is also high-risk. The AJ126 V6 petrol is fine but check for cooling system leaks. Avoid any engine without full service history.

How do I know if my Velar L560 engine needs replacing?

Cold-start rattle (Ingenium chain), cold-start knock (D300 bearing), persistent coolant loss (V6 petrol), or limp mode (sensor/injector faults) are the key warning signs. Use our diagnostic calculator for a personalised assessment.

Is it worth replacing a Velar L560 engine, or should I scrap the car?

Depends on the car's value. Against a £20,000 D300, a £6,500–£9,500 recon is 33–48% of the car's value — well within our 60% Land Rover threshold. Against a high-mileage £15,000 example, the same recon is 43–63% — borderline. For a P400 at £35,000, a £4,500–£7,500 recon is 13–21% — a straightforward repair decision. Value the car first; if it's a pre-2019 diesel without chain history, evaluate carefully.

How long do Velar L560 engines last?

The 204PT and 306PS petrols can exceed 150,000 miles with proper servicing. The D300 is capable of high mileage but requires 5,000-mile oil changes to mitigate bearing risk — many specialists recommend treating 100,000 miles as a major service checkpoint. The AJ126 V6 petrol is robust but cooling system maintenance is critical.

What is the difference between the pre-facelift and facelift Velar L560?

Both share the L560 chassis code. The 2020 facelift introduced the mild-hybrid 3.0 P400 (306PS) to replace the AJ126 P340/P380 V6 petrol. The diesel range remained largely unchanged, though post-2019 units received improved timing chain tensioners. Costs and reliability differ accordingly — the P400 is the better petrol choice.

How do I find my Velar L560 engine code?

Listed on the VIN plate and vehicle documentation; the engine code is also stamped on the cylinder block. For the diesel, look for 204DTD (2.0) or 306DT (3.0). For petrol, it's 204PT (2.0), AJ126 (3.0 pre-facelift), 306PS (3.0 facelift), or AJ133 (5.0 V8). Tell us your variant and registration year and we'll identify it — 12 vetted Land Rover specialists will confirm it for free.

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Range Rover Velar L560 Engines — The Complete UK Guide

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Every engine fitted to the Velar L560 — from the four-cylinder Ingenium diesel and petrol to the six-cylinder D300 and the 550bhp supercharged V8 in the SVAutobiography. Real UK replacement costs and honest reliability data for Range Rover's most design-led SUV. Backed by 155+ real UK enquiries in 2025 [EM-VERIFIED].

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Range Rover Velar L560 Engine Codes — The Complete Database

Every engine fitted to the Velar L560 — including the Ingenium fours, the V6 diesel and petrol units, and the supercharged V8 that tops the range.

Engine CodeFamilyFuelDisplacementPowerYears (L560)Variants (badges)Reliability2025 EnquiriesAvg. Recon Cost

204DTDIngenium DDiesel2.0L (1999cc)148–177 bhp2017–presentD180, D240★★★☆☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£3,500–£5,800 [EM-QUOTE]

204PTIngenium PPetrol2.0L (1999cc)247–296 bhp2017–presentP250, P300★★★★☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£3,000–£5,000 [EM-QUOTE]

306DTIngenium/SDV6Diesel3.0L (2993cc)296 bhp2017–presentD300★★★☆☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]120 [EM-VERIFIED]£6,500–£9,500 [EM-QUOTE]

AJ126 / 306PSAJ126/Jaguar V6Petrol3.0L (2995cc)335–375 bhp2017–2020 (pre-facelift)P340, P380★★★★☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£4,500–£7,500 [EM-QUOTE]

AJ133 / 508PSAJ133/Jaguar V8Petrol5.0L (5000cc)550 bhp2018–presentSVAutobiography★★★★☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£5,500–£9,000 [EM-QUOTE]

— (early P250)Ingenium P (early)Petrol2.0L (1999cc)247 bhp2017–2019P250 (early)★★★☆☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]85 [EM-VERIFIED] (early variant)£3,000–£5,000 [EM-QUOTE]

— (306PS P400)Ingenium P (mild hybrid)Petrol3.0L (2996cc)394 bhp2020–presentP400★★★★☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£4,500–£7,500 [EM-QUOTE]

Engine CodeFuelPowerYearsReliabilityEnquiriesAvg. Recon Cost

204DTDIngenium DDiesel148–177 bhp2017–present★★★☆☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£3,500–£5,800 [EM-QUOTE]

204PTIngenium PPetrol247–296 bhp2017–present★★★★☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£3,000–£5,000 [EM-QUOTE]

306DTIngenium/SDV6Diesel296 bhp2017–present★★★☆☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]120 [EM-VERIFIED]£6,500–£9,500 [EM-QUOTE]

AJ126 / 306PSAJ126/Jaguar V6Petrol335–375 bhp2017–2020 (pre-facelift)★★★★☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£4,500–£7,500 [EM-QUOTE]

AJ133 / 508PSAJ133/Jaguar V8Petrol550 bhp2018–present★★★★☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£5,500–£9,000 [EM-QUOTE]

— (early P250)Ingenium P (early)Petrol247 bhp2017–2019★★★☆☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]85 [EM-VERIFIED] (early variant)£3,000–£5,000 [EM-QUOTE]

— (306PS P400)Ingenium P (mild hybrid)Petrol394 bhp2020–present★★★★☆ [PROVISIONAL — pending dedicated Engine Page]— (pattern data)£4,500–£7,500 [EM-QUOTE]

Overview

Range Rover Velar L560 — Overview

The Velar L560 was launched in 2017 as Range Rover's fourth model line, designed to fill the gap between the Evoque and the Range Rover Sport.

Named after the original Range Rover prototypes from 1969, it brought a new design language — hidden door handles, a minimalist cabin, and a sweeping roofline — to the brand. Built on JLR's D7a aluminium-intensive platform, the Velar shares its engines with the F-Pace and Discovery Sport, including four-cylinder Ingenium diesels and petrols, V6 diesels, and — for the SVAutobiography — a supercharged 5.0-litre V8. A 2020 facelift introduced the mild-hybrid 3.0 P400 petrol.

Key Facts

Platform

JLR D7a (aluminium-intensive, longitudinal engine, four-wheel drive)

Predecessor

None — Velar is a new model line

Successor

None (L560 is the current generation)

Sibling body styles in this generation

Single body style (five-door SUV)

Market Intelligence

The Velar L560 generated 155 real UK engine enquiries in 2025 [EM-VERIFIED], with the D300 V6 diesel accounting for 120 of those — the majority of Velar demand is for the six-cylinder diesel.

Range Rover Velar L560 — Overview

The Velar L560 was launched in 2017 as Range Rover's fourth model line, designed to fill the gap between the Evoque and the Range Rover Sport.

Key Facts

Platform

JLR D7a (aluminium-intensive, longitudinal engine, four-wheel drive)

Predecessor

None — Velar is a new model line

Successor

None (L560 is the current generation)

Sibling body styles in this generation

Single body style (five-door SUV)

Market Intelligence

The Velar L560 generated 155 real UK engine enquiries in 2025 [EM-VERIFIED], with the D300 V6 diesel accounting for 120 of those — the majority of Velar demand is for the six-cylinder diesel.

Best & Worst Engines

Best Diesel Overall

306DT D300

“The six-cylinder diesel delivers 296bhp and 700Nm of torque — effortless towing and motorway cruising. The bearing risk is real, but properly maintained examples (5k oil intervals) are robust.”

Who it's for: buyers who need six-cylinder torque for towing or motorway miles.

Best Petrol Overall

306PS 3.0 P400 (mild hybrid)

“The later Ingenium-based 3.0 with mild hybrid is smoother, more efficient, and — critically — free of the AJ126 cooling system issues that affect earlier cars. The P400 is the sweet spot in the petrol range.”

Who it's for: buyers who want performance without V8 running costs.

Highest Risk

204DTD (pre-2019 Ingenium diesel)

“Timing chain tensioner wear on pre-2019 diesels remains the same risk as earlier Ingenium units — cold-start rattle is the warning, and a snapped chain means full replacement. Post-2019 units are improved.”

Who it's for: only buyers with documented tensioner replacement history.

Most Expensive Failure

AJ133 5.0 V8 (SVAutobiography)

“Supercharger and timing chain work on the 5.0 V8 is eye-wateringly expensive — a full engine replacement can exceed £9,000. The Velar's V8 is rare, making parts harder to source.”

Who it's for: buyers with deep pockets who want a supercharged V8 SUV.

Best Value

204PT P300 (Ingenium petrol)

“The four-cylinder petrol Ingenium is more reliable than its diesel sibling, cheaper to repair, and delivers 296bhp — enough for most buyers. No timing chain tensioner risk, no DPF.”

Who it's for: buyers who want Velar refinement without diesel or V8 risk.

Most Overlooked

AJ126 3.0 P380 (pre-facelift V6 petrol)

“The earlier V6 petrol is smooth, sounds great, and is actually cheaper to buy than the P400 on the used market. Watch for water pumps and cooling system leaks, but otherwise robust.”

Who it's for: buyers who want a naturally-aspirated-feel V6 without the P400's mild-hybrid complexity.

Best Diesel Overall

306DT D300

Who it's for: buyers who need six-cylinder torque for towing or motorway miles.

Best Petrol Overall

306PS 3.0 P400 (mild hybrid)

Who it's for: buyers who want performance without V8 running costs.

Highest Risk

204DTD (pre-2019 Ingenium diesel)

Who it's for: only buyers with documented tensioner replacement history.

Most Expensive Failure

AJ133 5.0 V8 (SVAutobiography)

“Supercharger and timing chain work on the 5.0 V8 is eye-wateringly expensive — a full engine replacement can exceed £9,000. The Velar's V8 is rare, making parts harder to source.”

Who it's for: buyers with deep pockets who want a supercharged V8 SUV.

Best Value

204PT P300 (Ingenium petrol)

“The four-cylinder petrol Ingenium is more reliable than its diesel sibling, cheaper to repair, and delivers 296bhp — enough for most buyers. No timing chain tensioner risk, no DPF.”

Who it's for: buyers who want Velar refinement without diesel or V8 risk.

Most Overlooked

AJ126 3.0 P380 (pre-facelift V6 petrol)

“The earlier V6 petrol is smooth, sounds great, and is actually cheaper to buy than the P400 on the used market. Watch for water pumps and cooling system leaks, but otherwise robust.”

Who it's for: buyers who want a naturally-aspirated-feel V6 without the P400's mild-hybrid complexity.

Range Rover Velar L560 — Ownership Economics

EngineTypical MileageCommon Major FailureRepair Cost (Specialist)Replacement Cost (Recon)Ownership Verdict

204DTD (2.0 D)60k–100kTiming chain tensioner£1,200–£2,500£3,500–£5,800

Pre-2019 Risk — budget for chain history

204PT (2.0 P)60k–100kWater pump, cooling system£400–£800£3,000–£5,000

Best Petrol 4-Cyl — reliable and affordable

306DT (3.0 D300)80k–120kCrankshaft bearing wear£5,500–£7,000£6,500–£9,500

High Power, High Risk — 5k oil intervals essential

AJ126 (3.0 P380)60k–100kWater pump, cooling system£600–£1,200£4,500–£7,500

Pre-Facelift Petrol — sounds great, watch cooling

306PS (3.0 P400)40k–80kGenerally robust£300–£600£4,500–£7,500

Best Petrol V6 — the one to buy

AJ133 (5.0 V8 SV)40k–80kTiming chain, supercharger£2,500–£4,500£5,500–£9,000

Rare & Costly — for collectors and enthusiasts

EngineTypical MileageCommon Major FailureRepair Cost (Specialist)Replacement Cost (Recon)Ownership Verdict

204DTD (2.0 D)60k–100kTiming chain tensioner£1,200–£2,500£3,500–£5,800

Pre-2019 Risk — budget for chain history

204PT (2.0 P)60k–100kWater pump, cooling system£400–£800£3,000–£5,000

Best Petrol 4-Cyl — reliable and affordable

306DT (3.0 D300)80k–120kCrankshaft bearing wear£5,500–£7,000£6,500–£9,500

High Power, High Risk — 5k oil intervals essential

AJ126 (3.0 P380)60k–100kWater pump, cooling system£600–£1,200£4,500–£7,500

Pre-Facelift Petrol — sounds great, watch cooling

306PS (3.0 P400)40k–80kGenerally robust£300–£600£4,500–£7,500

Best Petrol V6 — the one to buy

AJ133 (5.0 V8 SV)40k–80kTiming chain, supercharger£2,500–£4,500£5,500–£9,000

Rare & Costly — for collectors and enthusiasts

The L560 rule

A £6,500–£9,500 D300 recon against a £20,000–£55,000 Velar sits at 12–48% of the car's value — well within our 60% Land Rover scrap threshold. Against a high-mileage £18,000 D300, the same recon is 36–53% — still viable but at the upper end. Value the car first; if the D300 has no documented oil history, walk away. The P400 recon at £4,500–£7,500 against a £35,000 car is 13–21% — a repair decision, not a scrap question.

Key Takeaways

Which L560 Costs Least To Own?
204PT P300 — four-cylinder petrol, no DPF, cheaper repairs than the diesel.
Which L560 Costs Most To Own?
AJ133 V8 — supercharger and timing chain work is expensive; parts are rare.
Which L560 Is Best Value?
306DT D300 — the V6 diesel dominates UK demand; just budget for 5k oil intervals.

Common Problems

204DTD

Ingenium Diesel Timing Chain Tensioner

Affected models:

Typical failure mileage:

Root cause:

Tiered Cost Table

Our Recommendation

At the first sign of cold-start rattle, get the chain inspected immediately — a £1,200–£2,500 preventative repair is dramatically cheaper than the £3,500–£5,800 replacement that follows if ignored. On a Velar worth under £18,000, this decision alone determines whether the car stays economically viable.

306DT

D300 Crankshaft Bearing Failure

Affected models:

Typical failure mileage:

Root cause:

Tiered Cost Table

Our Recommendation

If your D300 shows any sign of cold-start knock, investigate immediately — £5,500–£7,000 for a bottom-end rebuild is cheaper than the £6,500–£9,500 replacement that follows a catastrophic failure. On a Velar worth under £20,000, evaluate the car's overall condition carefully before committing.

AJ126

3.0 V6 Petrol Cooling System Leaks

Affected models:

Typical failure mileage:

Root cause:

Tiered Cost Table

Our Recommendation

Have the cooling system inspected at every service — a £600–£1,200 preventative water pump and crossover pipe replacement is far cheaper than the £4,500+ replacement that follows an overheat. On a Velar worth over £25,000, this is a straightforward repair decision.

AJ133

5.0 V8 Timing Chain Tensioner (SVAutobiography)

Affected models:

Typical failure mileage:

Root cause:

Tiered Cost Table

Our Recommendation

If you're buying a Velar SVAutobiography, look for documented chain tensioner history — a £2,500–£4,500 preventative job is cheaper than the £5,500+ replacement that follows a failure. On a £40,000+ example, this is a manageable cost of ownership.

Velar L560 Engine Replacement Costs — By Engine and Condition

VariantEngine CodeUsed (Supply)Reconditioned (Supply)Rebuilt (Supply)Labour Hours

D180 / D240204DTD£2,000–£3,500£3,500–£5,800£4,800–£7,00010–14 hrs

P250 / P300204PT£1,500–£2,800£3,000–£5,000£4,200–£6,50010–14 hrs

D300306DT£3,500–£5,500£6,500–£9,500£7,500–£11,00015–20 hrs

P340 / P380 (pre-facelift)AJ126£2,500–£4,500£4,500–£7,500£6,000–£9,50012–16 hrs

P400 (facelift)306PS£2,500–£4,500£4,500–£7,500£6,500–£10,00012–16 hrs

SVAutobiography 5.0 V8AJ133 / 508PS£3,500–£6,000£5,500–£9,000£8,000–£12,00016–20 hrs

Core Variants

Diesel Variants

D180D240D300D200D275

Petrol Variants

P250P300P340P380P400P400eSVAutobiography

Scope note: All variants listed are Velar L560 only. The P400 uses the later Ingenium-based 3.0 with mild hybrid (2020–present), while the P340/P380 use the earlier AJ126 V6 (2017–2020). The SVAutobiography uses the supercharged 5.0 AJ133 V8.

Core Variants

Diesel Variants

D180D240D300D200D275

Petrol Variants

P250P300P340P380P400P400eSVAutobiography

Market Intelligence

Most Requested E90 Engines (2025)

1.1. 306DT D300 (120 enquiries [EM-VERIFIED])
2.2. 204DTD D240 (pattern data)
3.3. 204PT P300 (pattern data)

Most Requested E90 Variants

1.1. D300
2.2. D240
3.3. P300

Average E90 Replacement Cost

£4,500–£7,500 (reconditioned, supply only) [EM-QUOTE]

Most Common E90 Failures

1.1. 204DTD Ingenium timing chain (pre-2019)
2.2. 306DT D300 crankshaft bearing
3.3. AJ126 V6 cooling system leaks

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VehicleLocationIssueEnquiries

Range Rover Velar D300 (306DT)

Manchester

Cold-start knock, oil analysis

enquiries

Range Rover Velar D240 (204DTD)

Birmingham

Timing chain rattle on start-up

enquiries

Range Rover Velar P380 (AJ126)

London

Coolant loss, suspected water pump

enquiries

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