How much does a Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 V8 engine replacement cost in the UK?

A reconditioned Range Rover 4.4 V8 engine costs £4,000–£6,500 supply only (AJ-V8 era), or £3,000–£5,500 (M62 era). Fitting adds £1,400–£2,200. These are specialist-only replacements — the engine must match the vehicle's year. A timing chain guide job on the M62 costs £2,000–£4,000.

Is the Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 V8 reliable?

That depends on which engine your L322 has. The BMW M62 (2002–2005) is a fine V8 but has a well-documented timing chain guide failure risk — at 60,000–100,000 miles, the plastic guides shatter. The Jaguar AJ-V8 (2005–2009) is significantly more reliable, but coolant crossover pipes are a known weakness. Post-2005 is the better bet.

What are the common problems with the Range Rover 4.4 V8?

BMW M62: timing chain guide failure (cold-start rattle, £2,000–£4,000 repair). Jaguar AJ-V8: coolant crossover pipe failure (coolant loss, £800–£2,000 repair) and timing chain tensioner wear on pre-2010 examples (£1,500–£3,500 repair).

Is it worth replacing a Range Rover 4.4 V8 engine, or should I scrap the car?

L322 values range from £3,000–£15,000 depending on condition and mileage. A £4,000–£6,500 reconditioned engine represents 25–65% of vehicle value — our 60% Land Rover scrap threshold means careful evaluation is required. For a well-maintained, post-2005 example, replacement is often justified. For a high-mileage pre-2005 car with other issues, assess scrap value first.

How do I find my Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 V8 engine code?

The L322 used two engines: BMW M62B44 (2002–2005, 282bhp) and Jaguar AJ-V8 4.4 (2005–2009, 305bhp). Check your VIN or registration year — pre-2005 is BMW, 2005–2009 is Jaguar. The code is stamped on the engine block.

Can I repair the M62 timing chain guides, or does it need replacement?

Yes — if caught early. Timing chain guide replacement costs £2,000–£4,000 and is significantly cheaper than a full engine replacement (£3,000–£5,500). The job requires engine removal on the L322, making it a major but worthwhile investment. At the first sign of cold-start rattle, book an inspection immediately — ignored guide wear can lead to catastrophic piston-valve contact.

Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 V82002–2009Two Engine Generations

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Range Rover 4.4 V8 Engines — from £2,500 to £8,500Codes: BMW M62B44 / Jaguar <a href='https://landroverengine.uk/engine/aj-v8-42-44-sc'>AJ-V8 4.4</a>

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Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 V8 — Which Engine Does Your Car Actually Have?

Four generations. Four eras. One guide to reliability, costs and what really matters.

Era Note

BMW-sourced M62 — timing chain guides are the key watchpoint

GenerationYearsEngine CodeReliabilityRecon CostEra Note

L322 (BMW-era) BMW 320d L322 (BMW-era)

2002–2005BMW M62B44 (4.4L V8)★★★½☆ [NEWLY ASSIGNED — see Data Note]£3,000–£5,500 [PLACEHOLDER — confirm vs cost sheet]BMW-sourced M62 — timing chain guides are the key watchpoint

L322 (Jaguar-era) BMW 320d L322 (Jaguar-era)

2005–2009AJ-V8 4.4L (Jaguar-sourced)★★★★☆ [NEWLY ASSIGNED — see Data Note]£3,500–£6,500 [PLACEHOLDER — confirm vs cost sheet]Jaguar AJ-V8 — smoother, more reliable, cooling system needs attention

Why use this era map?

This table is the single source every other section on this page matches — Sections 2, 4 and 6 reference it rather than restating conflicting figures.

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Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 V8 Engine Replacement Costs

Supply Only£4,000–£6,500

Fitted (Indie)£5,400–£8,100

Warranty12–24 months

Best ForMost owners — best cost/warranty balance

Engine TypeSupply OnlyFitted (Indie)WarrantyBest For

Used Engine£2,500–£4,500£3,900–£6,1001–6 monthsBudget priority; lower-mileage donor

Reconditioned Engine£4,000–£6,500£5,400–£8,10012–24 monthsMost owners — best cost/warranty balance

Rebuilt Engine£5,500–£7,500£6,900–£9,10012–24 monthsLong-term ownership; 5+ year horizon

Main Dealer NewN/A — NLA from LRN/AN/ASpecialist rebuild only

Figures above reflect the later AJ-V8 era, the most common quote request today. BMW-era M62 pricing typically runs lower on the used market. See the Era Map above for era-specific context.

Labour estimate: Fitting a Range Rover 4.4 V8 engine typically takes 14–18 hours at £80–£120/hr (independent Land Rover specialist) or £140–£190/hr (London/SE dealer).

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Common Problems

1. Timing Chain Guide Failure (BMW M62 — 2002–2005)

2. Coolant Crossover Pipe Failure (Jaguar AJ-V8 — 2005–2009)

3. Timing Chain Tensioner Wear (AJ-V8 — Pre-2010 Models)

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Range Rover 4.4 V8 — Repair, Buy, or Replace?

Every 320d has a story. Make the right call with clear data, real-world costs, and honest guidance from UK specialists.

Range Rover 4.4 V8 — Repair, Buy, or Replace?

Every 320d has a story. Make the right call with clear data, real-world costs, and honest guidance from UK specialists.

Can It Be Repaired?

ProblemRepairable?Typical CostWhen It Makes SenseM62 timing chain guides✅ Yes£2,000–£4,000Worth it on a well-maintained L322 with good body/transmissionAJ-V8 coolant pipes✅ Yes£800–£2,000Fit metal pipes for a permanent fixAJ-V8 chain tensioners✅ Yes£1,500–£3,500Preventative maintenance on pre-2010 examplesM62 VANOS issues⚠️ Sometimes£1,000–£2,500Viable if caught early; rebuild often requiredMajor internal failure (crank/block)❌ Usually NoEngine replacement requiredReplacement often £3,000–£6,500 — assess vehicle value carefully

Buying This Range Rover 4.4 V8? Check These First

Buy If

Post-2005 model with AJ-V8 — the better all-round engine in the L322
AJ-V8 with documented timing chain and coolant pipe history
M62 with timing chain guides already replaced
Any 4.4 V8 with full service history and low-mileage (under 80,000)

Avoid If

M62 (2002–2005) with no chain guide history — the risk is real
AJ-V8 with evidence of coolant loss (crossover pipe failure imminent)
Poor service history on either engine — both are unforgiving of neglect
Any 4.4 with engine warning light and no diagnosis

Closing Verdict

The Range Rover 4.4 V8 is really two different engines sharing a badge. The BMW M62 (2002–2005) is a fine engine with a serious timing chain guide Achilles heel; the Jaguar AJ-V8 (2005–2009) is smoother, more reliable, and our recommended choice. Buy a 2005–2006 post-facelift car with the AJ-V8, check the coolant pipes, and maintain it properly — this is the sweet spot of L322 V8 ownership.

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Buying Checklist

Before you buy a used Land Rover Range Rover 4.4 V8 (or before you commit to an engine replacement), check these:

Cold Start — Any rattle? M62 chain guide rattle sounds metallic; AJ-V8 tensioner rattle is softer

Service History — Check the year to identify which engine — pre-2005 = BMW, 2005+ = Jaguar

Coolant Level — Check for any loss — AJ-V8 coolant pipes are the key risk

Timing Chain History — M62: guides replaced? AJ-V8: tensioners checked?

Oil Pressure — M62s can suffer from oil pump issues; listen for ticking

VANOS Operation — On M62, check for low-end power; VANOS seals degrade

Engine Warning Light — Have codes been read? Resolve before buying

MOT History — Check for emissions-related failures (both engines can suffer catalyst/sensor issues)

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Engine Codes

This table's rows match Section 1B's Era Map exactly.

BMW M62B44 (4.4L V8)

Years2002–2005

Power282 bhp

2025 Enquiries— (pattern data — heritage)

Avg. Recon Cost£3,000–£5,500 [PLACEHOLDER]

Engine CodeYearsPower2025 EnquiriesAvg. Recon Cost

BMW M62B44 (4.4L V8)2002–2005282 bhp— (pattern data — heritage)£3,000–£5,500 [PLACEHOLDER]

AJ-V8 4.4L (Jaguar-sourced)2005–2009305 bhp— (pattern data — heritage)£3,500–£6,500 [PLACEHOLDER]

Technical Specs

AJ-V8 4.4L

Displacement4,398 cc

CylindersV8, 32-valve DOHC with double VANOS

Compression Ratio10.0:1

Fuel SystemSequential multi-point injection

TurbochargerNaturally aspirated

Displacement4,397 cc

CylindersV8, 32-valve DOHC with VVT

Compression Ratio10.5:1

Fuel SystemSequential multi-point injection

TurbochargerNaturally aspirated

Additional specifications

Maximum torque (M62)440 Nm @ 3,600 rpm

Maximum torque (AJ-V8)440 Nm @ 4,000 rpm

Transmission5-speed automatic (GM 5L40-E, 2002–2005) / 6-speed automatic (ZF 6HP26, 2005–2009)

Kerb weight~2,600–2,700 kg

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Market Intelligence

Most Common Failure

M62: timing chain guide failure (~60% of M62 enquiries) / AJ-V8: coolant pipe failure (~45% of AJ-V8 enquiries)

[PATTERN DATA — specialist workshop consensus]

Average Enquiry Mileage

85,000

miles

[PATTERN DATA]

Average Replacement Cost

£5,000

reconditioned (AJ-V8 era), supply only

[PLACEHOLDER — confirm vs cost sheet]

Most Requested Engine Code

AJ-V8 4.4L (the post-2005 engine is more sought-after)

[PATTERN DATA]

Peak Enquiry Season

Spring/Summer — owners prepare L322s for summer use

[PATTERN DATA]

Regional Demand

South East25%

South West20%

Midlands15%

PATTERN DATA

Regional Demand Breakdown

25%South East

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