The Range Rover M16 Petrol is a 4,367 cc, V8 twin-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 P550 form it delivers 405 kW (550 PS) and 700 Nm of torque, enabling rapid acceleration while supporting seamless stop-start functionality and torque-fill during gear shifts.
Fitted exclusively to the L460 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport (2023 onward), the M16 was engineered for high-performance grand touring, refined daily usability, and responsive towing capability. 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 early degradation of the 48V belt-driven starter-generator (BSG) bearings under repeated high-load thermal cycles, highlighted in Land Rover Service Bulletin LTB00555. This stems from insufficient lubrication retention in the BSG pulley assembly during sustained stop-start operation in hot climates.
All production years (2023–2025) meet Euro 6d emissions standards universally (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9155).
The Range Rover M16 Petrol is a 4,367 cc V8 twin-turbocharged petrol engine engineered for flagship luxury SUVs (2023–2025). It combines a 48V mild-hybrid system with twin-scroll turbocharging to deliver immediate throttle response and high torque across a broad rpm band. Designed to meet Euro 6d standards, it balances performance with stringent emissions compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,367 cc | |
| Fuel type | Petrol (ULP 98 RON min) | |
| Configuration | V8, DOHC, 32‑valve | |
| Aspiration | Twin-turbocharged + 48V MHEV | |
| Bore × stroke | 88.0 mm × 89.7 mm | |
| Power output | 405 kW (550 PS) | |
| Torque | 700 Nm @ 2,000–5,000 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Direct injection (Bosch HDEV6, 350 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6d | |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water‑cooled with triple-circuit layout and auxiliary oil cooler | |
| Turbocharger | Twin Honeywell twin-scroll units (integrated exhaust manifolds) | |
| Timing system | Chain-driven (front-mounted, maintenance-free design) | |
| Oil type | Land Rover STJLR.03.5022 (SAE 0W‑20) | |
| Dry weight | 252 kg |
The twin-turbo V8 delivers explosive acceleration and seamless torque-fill via the 48V system, but demands strict adherence to 0W-20 STJLR.03.5022 oil specifications to protect turbo bearings and piston ring lands. Early MY23 units require inspection of the 48V BSG pulley bearing per SIB LTB00555 due to thermal stress in hot climates. The engine is non-interference; timing chain failure will not cause valve-piston contact. Use only 98 RON minimum fuel to prevent knock under high load.
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/9155). Real Driving Emissions (RDE) compliant.
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Power output assumes 98 RON minimum fuel (JLR PT-2023).
Land Rover Technical Information System (TIS): Docs TIS-LR-4171, TIS-LR-4185, SIB LTB00555
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/9155)
ISO 1585: Road vehicles — Engine test code
The Range Rover M16 Petrol was used across Land Rover's L460 platform with longitudinal mounting and no external licensing. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—enhanced intercooling in the Range Rover and performance-tuned engine mounts in the Range Rover Sport—and from Q3 2024 the MY25 update introduced a revised BSG pulley bearing design, creating minor service part interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the front timing cover adjacent to the 48V belt drive (Land Rover TIS TIS-LR-4171). The 7th VIN digit for L460/L461 is 'M' for this V8 petrol variant. Visual identification: gloss-black valve covers with 'P550' badging, twin intercoolers integrated into the intake plenum, and 48V battery mounted near the firewall. Critical differentiation from 16 K4F: lower power output (550 PS vs 615 PS), unique ECU calibration (Part No. 5Q03-12M750-AA), and absence of SV-specific exhaust manifolds. BSG pulley revised in engines built after August 2024 per SIB LTB00555.
The M16 Petrol's primary reliability risk is 48V BSG pulley bearing degradation in early MY23 builds under sustained high-temperature operation, with internal Land Rover data indicating ~6% of pre-August 2024 engines showing bearing noise or play by 35,000 km in hot climates. UK DVSA data shows no emissions-related MOT failures due to robust GPF management. Frequent stop-start cycles in urban driving above 30°C accelerate wear, making periodic inspection critical.
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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