Land Rover Range Rover Sport Mk2 (L494) Problems by Year

Vastly improved handling over the Mk1, but shares the same engine and suspension vulnerabilities as the L405.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

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Year Periods
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Known Issues
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Serious Faults
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Moderate Issues

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Buying Tips for the Land Rover Range Rover Sport Mk2 (L494)

  • Listen for SDV6 crankshaft knocking; ensure oil changes are frequent.
  • On later cars (2018+), test the Touch Pro Duo screens for freezing.
  • Check the boot for water ingress - seals can fail, damaging the audio amplifier or other modules.
  • Verify the soft-close door motors (if fitted) all operate correctly.