Range Rover L405 4.4 SDV8 or 3.0TDV6 - Quietest?

[w8pmc]

Pintofbest said:

It does actually, not on hybrid or SD4 model or HSE but I have it on my autobiography dynamic as standard as a V6

It doesn't, Dynamic response isn't available on the TDV6. That said, you've mentioned SD4 & HSE so i assume you're referring to the RRS, not the FFRR which is the O/P's request.

From the SDV8:

Electronic cross linked air suspension with automatic load levelling and multiple modes, access, normal, intermediate off-road, extended height
Active rear locking differential
Dynamic Response
Adaptive Dynamics
Command Driving Position
8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Paddle Shift
Twin-speed transfer box (high/low range)
Terrain Response
Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
Diesel Misfuelling Protection Device

From the TDV6:

Electronic cross linked air suspension with automatic load levelling and multiple modes, access, normal, intermediate off-road, extended height
Adaptive Dynamics
Command Driving Position
Intelligent Stop/Start System
8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Paddle Shift
Twin-speed transfer box (high/low range)
Terrain Response
Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
Diesel Misfuelling Protection Device
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

[Pintofbest]

w8pmc said:

It doesn't, Dynamic response isn't available on the TDV6. That said, you've mentioned SD4 & HSE so i assume you're referring to the RRS, not the FFRR which is the O/P's request.

Apols, was talking RRS not FFRR.

[whitebeach]

Mulsanne-Speed said:

Very interested in your comments gizlaroc - Do you know much about the 3.0 Petrol Supercharged Range Rover? - Have you driven one or know someone who has?

I ask this as it's a model I would certainly consider. You're right about fuel consumption also - If you're not doing loads of miles, the saving with a diesel is likely to be negligible.

I currently run a 6.75 litre 2016 Mulsanne Speed, returning 10-12mpg around town (approx 22mpg on a steady motorway run) and the other perfect car in my life is my 2007MY Range Rover Vogue 4.4 Petrol (naturally aspirated) - A very rare car indeed! ( A photo of both can be seen below). In 2007 everyone went over to the diesel TDV8 or 4.2 Supercharged petrol, so this is a rare bird, almost silent to drive and a step up in handling from the earlier L322's. I'm still yet to find anyone else at all who has one, apparently most went to the U.S. market.

So as you can imagine, I'm not too bothered about fuel economy but I do like my cars to be quiet. I did read somewhere that the new Landrover 3.0 Petrol Supercharged engine made a dull noise which resonated through the car - Have you heard or experienced anything along these lines?

OLd post but was wondering what fuel economy you get with your 2007MY Range Rover Vogue 4.4 Petrol?
cheers
John

[Red Merle]

Mulsanne-Speed said:

I'm just looking to buy a newer Range Rover. A low milage L405 around 15, 16 or 17 plate.

Please can you share your opinions with me as to which is preferable, advantages / disadvantages of both?

To me the most important factor for me, is a smooth and quiet cabin - Should I go 4.4 SDV8 or 3.0TDV6

Or as another option, does anyone know anything about the new 3.0 Petrol engine?

Many thanks

Edited by Mulsanne-Speed on Tuesday 5th September 23:05

I bought a new SDV8 at exactly the time that you asked your original question (and have clocked up 60,000 miles in it since).

I’m curious to know: Did you buy one or other in the end? How did you get on with it if you did?

[Racer26]

I had a V8 diesel L405 and changed to a 2019 V6 diesel. The smaller engine is definitely smoother and gives ample if not startling performance. Economy is better too, but for some unfathomable reason the fuel tank is much smaller, so range is about the same.
The big problem, is the V6 does not have the dynamic suspension - so the car looses the uncanny supple ride, combined with flat cornering of the bigger engine, replaced with a rolling, wallowing, nauseating sensation, that makes the car thoroughly unpleasant.
I detest it - fortunately Mrs R doesn't mind it, so she's stuck with it.

[So]

Racer26 said:

I had a V8 diesel L405 and changed to a 2019 V6 diesel. The smaller engine is definitely smoother and gives ample if not startling performance. Economy is better too, but for some unfathomable reason the fuel tank is much smaller, so range is about the same.
The big problem, is the V6 does not have the dynamic suspension - so the car looses the uncanny supple ride, combined with flat cornering of the bigger engine, replaced with a rolling, wallowing, nauseating sensation, that makes the car thoroughly unpleasant.
I detest it - fortunately Mrs R doesn't mind it, so she's stuck with it.

Interesting.

We've got a 4.4 and it's been in three times for a " rolling, wallowing, nauseating sensation," I thought swapping it for a V6 may be the answer.

Obviously not.