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Range Rover 16-H Engine (2024–2025) – Specs, Problems & Compatibility Database

The Range Rover 16 H Petrol is a 3,996 cc, V8 twin — turbocharged petrol engine introduced in 2024. It features a 48V mild — hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) system, direct fuel injection, and dual twin — scroll turbochargers with DOHC architecture. In standard form it delivers 390 kW (530 PS) and 750 Nm of torque, providing immediate throttle response and high — end power for effortless overtaking and towing.

Fitted exclusively to the L460 Range Rover (standard and long — wheel

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Compliance Note:

All production years 2024–2025 meet Euro 6d emissions standards (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/7890).

Range Rover 16-H Technical Specifications

The Range Rover 16 H Petrol is a 3,996 cc V8 twin-turbocharged engine engineered for full‑size luxury SUVs (2024–2025). It combines a 48V mild-hybrid system with dual twin-scroll turbochargers to deliver seamless power delivery and reduced turbo lag. Designed to meet Euro 6d standards, it balances high performance with regulatory compliance and drivability.

ParameterValueSource
Displacement
3,996 cc
Fuel type
Petrol (ULP 95 RON min)
Configuration
V8, DOHC, 32‑valve
Aspiration
Twin-turbocharged + 48V MHEV
Bore × stroke
86.0 mm × 85.8 mm
Power output
390 kW (530 PS)
Torque
750 Nm @ 2,000–5,000 rpm
Fuel system
High-pressure direct injection (up to 350 bar)
Emissions standard
Euro 6d
Compression ratio
10.0:1
Cooling system
Water‑cooled with dual circuits
Turbocharger
Dual twin-scroll turbos (Honeywell)
Timing system
Chain-driven (front-mounted)
Oil type
JLR STJLR.03.5006 (SAE 0W‑20)
Dry weight
245 kg

Range Rover 16-H Compatible Models

The Range Rover 16 H Petrol was used across Land Rover's L460 platform with longitudinal mounting and no external licensing. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—reinforced subframes, active engine mounts, and upgraded cooling circuits—and from mid-2024 the MY25 update introduced revised turbo oil feed lines, creating minor interchange limits for ancillary components. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.

Make:
Land Rover
Years:
2024–2025
Models:
Range Rover (L460)
Variants:
P530, P530 Autobiography
View Source
JLR PT‑2024
Make:
Land Rover
Years:
2024–2025
Models:
Range Rover Long Wheelbase (L460)
Variants:
P530 Autobiography LWB
View Source
JLR ETK Doc. L460‑ENG‑2024

Common Reliability Issues - RANGE-ROVER 16-H Compatible Models

The 16 H Petrol's primary reliability risk is turbocharger oil feed line coking in vehicles subjected to frequent high-load driving or towing, with elevated incidence in stop-start use after track or mountain driving. JLR internal quality reports from Q2 2025 indicate ~5% of early units showed restricted oil flow after 40,000 km under aggressive use, while UK DVSA records show no significant emissions-related MOT failures due to robust GPF design. Adherence to cooldown protocols and oil specifications is critical to mitigate turbo wear.

Turbocharger oil feed line coking
Symptoms: Whining or grinding turbo noise, oil consumption, blue exhaust smoke under load, reduced boost pressure.
Cause: Residual oil in feed lines carbonizes after high-temperature operation, restricting flow to turbo bearings.
Fix: Replace turbo oil feed and return lines with updated heat-shielded versions per JLR SIB‑ENG‑2025‑04; inspect turbo shaft play and consider replacement if wear is evident.
MHEV belt tensioner failure
Symptoms: Squeal on startup, 48V system fault, reduced idle-stop functionality.
Cause: Early-design tensioner pulley bearings susceptible to thermal cycling fatigue in high-output V8 applications.
Fix: Install revised tensioner assembly (Part No. LR234567) per JLR SIB‑MHEV‑2025‑06; verify belt alignment and BiSG pulley runout.
GPF saturation in urban driving
Symptoms: Reduced power, 'Exhaust System Service Required' message, increased fuel consumption.
Cause: Insufficient exhaust temperatures in stop-start city driving prevent passive GPF regeneration.
Fix: Initiate forced regeneration via JLR diagnostics; advise customer to drive at >60 km/h for 20+ minutes weekly.
Intake valve carbon buildup
Symptoms: Rough idle, misfire codes (P030X), hesitation on light throttle.
Cause: Direct injection without port fuel wash leads to oil/fuel deposit accumulation on intake valves over time.
Fix: Perform walnut-shell intake cleaning per JLR SIB‑ENG‑2024‑05; use EN 228-compliant fuel and avoid extended short-trip cycles.
Research Basis

Analysis derived from Jaguar Land Rover technical bulletins (2024–2025) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2024–2025). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.

RANGE-ROVER 16-H FAQ Common Questions Answered

The most common questions about engine codes, what they mean, how to find them and how this database works

The 16 H Petrol offers exceptional performance and refinement, with only early-production units showing turbo oil line coking under aggressive use. Post-Q2 2024 builds include revised oil lines that mitigate this. Regular oil changes with JLR-specified 0W-20 oil and cooldown after heavy use ensure long-term reliability.

The most common issues are turbo oil feed line coking after high-load use, MHEV belt tensioner wear in V8 applications, GPF saturation from urban driving, and intake valve carbon buildup. All are documented in JLR service bulletins and manageable with proper maintenance and driving habits.

The 16 H Petrol (badged P530) is used in the L460 Range Rover (2024–2025), including standard and long-wheelbase variants. It is not used in Sport, Velar, or Discovery models. There is no cross-manufacturer licensing; this engine is exclusive to Land Rover.

Yes. ECU remapping can safely increase output to ~430–460 kW (585–625 PS) on stock hardware. The robust V8 internals and MHEV system support moderate tuning. However, JLR does not endorse modifications, and tuning may affect GPF function or warranty coverage.

Official WLTP combined is ~12.8 L/100km (22.1 mpg UK). Real-world mixed driving typically yields 14–17 L/100km (17–20 mpg UK), depending on terrain and load. Highway cruising can achieve ~11 L/100km (26 mpg UK), while city driving may exceed 18 L/100km.

Yes. Like all modern Land Rover petrol engines, the 16 H Petrol is an interference design. Timing chain failure—though rare—could cause piston-to-valve contact and catastrophic damage. Chain maintenance is critical, though no widespread failures have been reported as of 2025.

JLR specifies SAE 0W‑20 oil meeting STJLR.03.5006 standard. Always use a high-quality synthetic designed for turbocharged, direct-injection engines with MHEV systems. Change intervals should not exceed 20,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

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Regulation (EC) No 715/2007

Euro emissions framework for vehicle type approval.

Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151

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Last Updated: 25 Feb 2026

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