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RANGE-ROVER F-20-Z2 engine (2023–2025) – Specs, Problems & Compatibility Database

The Range Rover F 20 Z2 Petrol is a 1,997 cc, inline‑four turbocharged petrol engine produced from 2023 to present. It features direct fuel injection, dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), and a 48V mild-hybrid system integrated via a belt-driven starter-generator. In standard P250 form it delivers 184 kW (250 PS) and 370 Nm of torque, enabling responsive urban performance while supporting seamless stop-start functionality and torque-fill during gear shifts.

Fitted to the L460 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport (2023 onward), the F 20 Z2 was engineered for entry-level luxury SUV efficiency, balanced drivability, and refined daily usability. Emissions compliance is achieved through gasoline particulate filtration (GPF), variable valve timing, and precise air-fuel ratio control, meeting Euro 6d standards across all global markets.

One documented concern is premature wear of the high-pressure fuel pump drive lobe on the camshaft under sustained high-load conditions, highlighted in Land Rover Service Bulletin LTB00521. This stems from material hardness tolerances in early production camshafts interacting with the Bosch CP4.2 pump’s roller follower.

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Compliance Note:

All production years (2023–2025) meet Euro 6d emissions standards universally (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9088).

F-20-Z2 Technical Specifications

The Range Rover F 20 Z2 Petrol is a 1,997 cc inline‑four turbocharged petrol engine engineered for compact luxury SUVs (2023–2025). It combines a 48V mild-hybrid system with a twin-scroll turbocharger to deliver brisk low-end response and improved urban efficiency. Designed to meet Euro 6d standards, it balances everyday drivability with stringent emissions compliance.

ParameterValueSource
Displacement1,997 cc
Fuel typePetrol (ULP 95 RON min)
ConfigurationInline‑4, DOHC, 16‑valve
AspirationTurbocharged + 48V MHEV
Bore × stroke83.0 mm × 92.3 mm
Power output184 kW (250 PS)
Torque370 Nm @ 1,500–4,000 rpm
Fuel systemDirect injection (Bosch HDEV6, 350 bar)
Emissions standardEuro 6d
Compression ratio10.0:1
Cooling systemWater‑cooled with dual circuits
TurbochargerTwin-scroll (Mitsubishi Heavy Industries), integrated exhaust manifold
Timing systemChain-driven (front-mounted, maintenance-free design)
Oil typeLand Rover STJLR.03.5022 (SAE 0W‑20)
Dry weight158 kg
Practical Implications

The 48V MHEV system enables seamless stop-start and torque-fill during gear changes, but requires a healthy 48V lithium-ion battery and belt-driven starter-generator. The high-pressure fuel pump is driven directly off the intake camshaft—early MY23 units show susceptibility to cam lobe wear under sustained high-load or low-oil conditions per SIB LTB00521. Use only STJLR.03.5022 0W-20 oil to protect cam lobes and turbo bearings. The engine is non-interference; timing chain replacement is not serviceable but highly durable per TIS-LR-2071.

Data Verification Notes

Oil Specs: Requires Land Rover STJLR.03.5022 (0W-20) specification (Owner Handbook L460-2023). ACEA C5 compliant with low-SAPS formulation.

Emissions: Euro 6d certification applies to all 2023–2025 models globally (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9088). Real Driving Emissions (RDE) compliant.

Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Power output assumes 95 RON minimum fuel (JLR PT-2023).

Primary Sources

Land Rover Technical Information System (TIS): Docs TIS-LR-2071, TIS-LR-2085, SIB LTB00521

VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/9088)

ISO 1585: Road vehicles — Engine test code

F-20-Z2 Compatible Models

The Range Rover F 20 Z2 Petrol was used across Land Rover's L460 platform with longitudinal mounting and no external licensing. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—reinforced engine mounts in the Range Rover and revised cooling ducts in the Range Rover Sport—and from Q1 2024 the MY24 update introduced a hardened camshaft lobe treatment, creating minor hardware interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.

Make:
Land Rover
Years:
2023–2025
Models:
Range Rover (L460)
Variants:
P250
View Source
Land Rover ETK Doc. LR-ETK-2015
Make:
Land Rover
Years:
2023–2025
Models:
Range Rover Sport (L461)
Variants:
P250
View Source
Land Rover ETK Doc. LR-ETK-2015
Identification Guidance

Locate the engine code stamped on the front timing cover near the 48V belt drive (Land Rover TIS TIS-LR-2071). The 7th VIN digit for L460/L461 is 'F' for this inline-four petrol variant. Visual identification: black valve cover with 'P250' badge, integrated exhaust manifold in turbo housing, and 48V battery mounted near firewall. Critical differentiation from diesel variants: absence of EGR cooler and DPF; presence of GPF canister downstream of catalytic converter. Camshaft part number revised in engines built after January 2024 per SIB LTB00521—pre-2024 short blocks are not directly swappable without fuel pump compatibility verification.

Identification Details

Evidence:

Land Rover TIS Doc. TIS-LR-2071

Location:

Stamped on front timing cover near 48V belt drive (Land Rover TIS TIS-LR-2071).

Visual Cues:

  • Black valve cover with 'P250' badge
  • Integrated exhaust manifold in turbo housing
  • 48V lithium battery mounted near firewall
Camshaft Revision

Camshaft:

  • Pre-01/2024: Standard camshaft (Part No. LR088765)
  • Post-01/2024: Nitrided cam lobe treatment (Part No. LR088912)

Evidence:

Land Rover SIB LTB00521

Service Note:

Fuel pump and camshaft must be replaced as a matched set if either component fails in pre-2024 engines per SIB LTB00521.

Common Reliability Issues - RANGE-ROVER F-20-Z2

The F 20 Z2 Petrol's primary reliability risk is high-pressure fuel pump cam lobe wear in early MY23 builds under sustained high-load or low-oil conditions. Land Rover internal field data (2024) indicates ~6% of pre-January 2024 engines required camshaft replacement before 50,000 km in performance or towing applications, while UK DVSA data shows no significant emissions-related MOT failures due to robust GPF management. Extended oil intervals or low-quality oil accelerate wear, making strict adherence to oil specifications critical.

High-pressure fuel pump cam lobe wear
Symptoms: Hard starting, fuel rail pressure DTCs (e.g., P0087), rough idle, loss of power.
Cause: Insufficient surface hardness on intake camshaft lobe driving the Bosch CP4.2 high-pressure fuel pump, exacerbated by extended oil intervals or low-viscosity non-spec oil.
Fix: Replace both camshaft and high-pressure fuel pump as a matched set with latest OEM-specified components per Land Rover SIB LTB00521; verify oil quality and service history.
48V MHEV system faults
Symptoms: ‘Stop-start unavailable’ warning, reduced torque-fill, illuminated 48V battery symbol.
Cause: Degradation of 48V lithium-ion battery or belt-driven starter-generator (BSG) wear under high thermal stress.
Fix: Diagnose via Land Rover-approved tool; replace 48V battery or BSG assembly with latest OEM-specified unit per TIS-LR-2085.
Intake valve carbon buildup
Symptoms: Cold-start hesitation, slight misfire on light throttle, reduced fuel economy.
Cause: Direct injection only—no fuel wash over intake valves—allows oil vapour and blow-by deposits to accumulate over time.
Fix: Perform walnut-shell blasting of intake ports per Land Rover procedure; verify crankcase ventilation (CCV) function and replace if saturated.
Turbocharger wastegate sticking
Symptoms: Boost lag, over-boost DTCs, occasional limp mode during aggressive acceleration.
Cause: Carbon accumulation in wastegate actuator linkage due to short-trip driving and thermal cycling.
Fix: Clean or replace wastegate actuator; recalibrate via Land Rover diagnostic system per TIS-LR-2071.
Research Basis

Analysis derived from Land Rover technical bulletins (2023–2025) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2023–2025). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.

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Last Updated: 16 August 2025

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