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Verdict
A luxury SUV rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2022, offered in France as a mild-hybrid diesel (D250, D300, D350), a V8 petrol (P530) and plug-in hybrids (P440e, P510e). A recall targeted a poorly machined oil gallery on the camshaft bearing housing (fire risk): check with the serial number that it has been dealt with. Sources on the reliability of this generation remain scarce.
- Reliability
- not rated
- Indicative prices
- €39,900 – €142,900
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: D250, D300.
D250
✓ RecommendedDiesel · Automatic · 249 hp · Crit'Air 2
183 kW, 600 Nm 3.0 six-cylinder mild-hybrid diesel (48 V), automatic gearbox, all-wheel drive.
D300
✓ RecommendedDiesel · Automatic · 300 hp · Crit'Air 2
300 hp 3.0 six-cylinder mild-hybrid diesel, automatic gearbox.
D350
Diesel · Automatic · 350 hp · Crit'Air 2
350 hp 3.0 six-cylinder mild-hybrid diesel, automatic gearbox.
P530 V8
Petrol · Automatic · 530 hp · Crit'Air 1
530 hp 4.4 twin-turbo V8 petrol, automatic gearbox.
P440e hybride rechargeable
Hybrid · Automatic · 440 hp · Crit'Air 1
440 hp plug-in hybrid, 3.0 six-cylinder petrol engine and electric motor, 8-speed automatic gearbox.
P510e hybride rechargeable
Hybrid · Automatic · 510 hp · Crit'Air 1
510 hp plug-in hybrid, 38.2 kWh battery (31.8 kWh usable), automatic gearbox.
Market prices
€39,900 – €142,900
Indicative range: 2022 to 2026, yearly medians of 837 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Camshaft bearing housing oil gallery poorly machined (recall)
Manufacturer recallA recall concerns a poorly machined oil gallery on the camshaft bearing housing of the Range Rover Sport: an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can cause a fire. Dealers inspect the housing and replace it if necessary (recall N763 in Australia, recall 2023039 in Canada for 2023 models). Check with the serial number whether your car is affected and whether the work has been carried out.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- D250, D300, D350, P530 V8, P440e hybride rechargeable, P510e hybride rechargeable
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Land Rover Range Rover Sport”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Inspection checklist
Land Rover Range Rover Sport III — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Check with the serial number at a Land Rover dealer that the recall on the camshaft bearing housing oil gallery has been dealt with.
- Ask for the complete servicing history within the dealer network and the recalls already carried out.
- Test the central screen and cameras (parking, rear view): everything must display without freezing.
- Plug-in hybrid: ask for the battery health test and the original charging cable.
- Extended test drive: the automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive must be free of jerks and abnormal noise.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has the recall on the camshaft bearing housing oil gallery been dealt with? Do you have proof?
- Has servicing always been carried out in the Land Rover network? Can you provide the invoices?
- For the plug-in hybrid: how was it charged and has the battery been checked?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Land Rover Discovery
V · since 2017
- Price
- €18,700 – €34,000
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Fuel types
- Diesel, Petrol
Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0
Lexus RX
V · since 2022
- Price
- €33,000 – €84,900
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport III (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
What Euro NCAP rating did the Range Rover Sport III get?
5 stars in 2022, with 85% for adult occupant protection and 85% for children according to the Euro NCAP data sheet (plug-in hybrid version tested).
What is the boot capacity of the Range Rover Sport III?
647 litres according to Automobile Dimension, for 5 seats.
Has the Range Rover Sport III been subject to a major recall?
Yes: a recall targets a poorly machined oil gallery on the camshaft bearing housing, with a fire risk in the event of an oil leak (Australia, Canada). Check with the serial number that it has been dealt with.
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