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Is the 2013–2021 Land Rover Range Rover reliable?

Scored from 6 documented faults · reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team

Quick answer

5.6/ 10
Mixed

On our documented-fault scoring the Land Rover Range Rover rates 5.6 out of 10 · mixed. We hold 6 known faults for it and 2 are rated high severity, so the risk is real but contained. The weak points cluster around engine, suspension and electrical. A well-serviced example with evidence for the big-ticket items is usually a safe buy; the score describes the model, not the specific car in front of you.

Verdict · Negotiate · budget for the known faults

What the score is built from

Critical
0
High
2
Medium
4
Low
0

Weak points cluster around engine, suspension, electrical, cooling.

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The faults that decide it

SuspensionHigh

Air suspension leaks and compressor failure, car sitting low after standing

Typically appears
60,000+ miles
What to inspect
Leave parked for an hour and check every corner stays level; listen for the compressor running constantly
Typical repair
Suspension refresh (per axle) · £250–£1,100
EngineHigh

3.0 TDV6/SDV6 crankshaft and oil-pump problems on poorly serviced engines

Typically appears
70,000+ miles
What to inspect
Check oil changes were done on time and listen for a knock on start-up
Typical repair
Significant repair · £400–£1,400
EngineMedium

DPF and EGR blockage on short-trip diesels

Typically appears
50,000+ miles
What to inspect
Ask about journey type and look for DPF warnings on the dash
Typical repair
DPF forced regen or replacement · £250–£1,600
ElectricalMedium

Infotainment freezing, battery drain and keyless entry faults

Typically appears
Age-related
What to inspect
Use every screen function and check the battery has been replaced recently
Typical repair
Infotainment repair or software fix · £120–£1,200
CoolingMedium

Coolant leaks from plastic pipes and the water pump

Typically appears
60,000+ miles
What to inspect
Check the coolant level and look for pink crust around pipes
Typical repair
Cooling component replacement · £220–£750

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