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The Range Rover L320: Love It or Loathe It?
Second-hand L320s are affordable- but maintenance isn’t. People hate it for the very reason others love it: It’s a beautifully flawed machine.
A Cult Classic with Character
Between 2005 and 2013, Land Rover unleashed a machine that changed the game: the Range Rover Sport L320. For the first time, performance and prestige met practicality in a luxury SUV. Built on a Discovery 3 chassis but slimmed down by over 800 pounds, the L320 featured aggressive suspension tuning and powerful engines, including the torque-heavy 2.7 TDV6 and the fire-breathing 4.2 Supercharged V8.
It wasn’t just a new model... it was Land Rover’s answer to the Porsche Cayenne and BMW X5. And in doing so, it created something rare: a Range Rover that felt like a hot hatch on steroids.
Why the L320 Deserves Love
1. Supercar Spirit in an SUV Shell
The L320 could launch from 0–60 mph in under 7.5 seconds, wild for a 2.5-ton beast. The high-output TDV6 and V8 engines delivered satisfying power, especially when paired with the air-sprung sport chassis.
2. A Jack-of-All-Terrain
Whether it was cobbled city streets in Belgium, snowy trails in Sweden, or motorway blasts in Germany, the L320 delivered. Terrain Response, hill descent control, and off-road prowess were all standard.
3. It’s Fixable (and Worth It)
Unlike newer models, the L320 is still mechanically accessible. Budget Parts helps keep them alive with affordable rebuild kits, air suspension fixes, and TDV6-specific components, no dealership markup required.
And Why It Breaks Your Heart
1. The TDV6 Timebomb
Crankshaft failures on early 2.7/3.0 TDV6 engines are the stuff of legend and not in a good way. Undersized journals, poor maintenance, and low-speed use lead to bearing fatigue, oil pressure drops, and total engine failure. At Budget Parts, we stock crank kits, rebuild bundles, and correct 5W30 C1 oils to fight back.
2. Suspension That Gives Up Before You Do
The air suspension system is smooth when it works, but prone to sagging, compressor failure, and sensor glitches. We offer strut kits, relay packs, and compressor rebuild parts designed for EU roads and climates.
3. Electrical “Features”
Ask any owner: the L320 comes with a personality. Random warning lights, parking sensor meltdowns, and failing alternators are common. Budget Parts carries exact-fit sensors, upgraded battery straps, and contact-protected wiring kits for these issues.
Why Budget Parts is the Fix, Not the Problem
Most L320 owners fall into two camps:
- DIYers who love the challenge
- Dreamers who didn’t budget for repairs
We support both. Our customers can count on us for:
• Localized fitment advice (rust-resistant fasteners, winter-grade clamps, etc.)
• Timing chain kits tailored to high-speed use
• Rebuild parts for the 2.7 TDV6 (and soon, 3.0 TDV6)
• Responsive customer service with real L320 expertise
Hate It or Love It… But Keep It Running
The L320 isn’t perfect. But it’s iconic, attainable, and unlike anything else on the road. With the right parts and a bit of mechanical love, it’ll give you performance, presence, and just the right amount of drama.
So.... do you love it or loathe it? Either way, Budget Parts makes sure it won’t leave you stranded.