Model year guide

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 85 on record.

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints16
Combined17–23 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar recalls 2

Seat Belts:front:retractor NHTSA Campaign #21V668000 · manufacturer #N630 · 26/08/2021

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N630.

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #21V117000 · manufacturer #N556 · 25/02/2021

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, …

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar MPG & running costs

Combined17–23 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,167
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbo + supercharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,833 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,835
Fuel only$20,835
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
189.0 in
Width
79.9 in
Height
65.7 in
Wheelbase
113.0 in
Curb weight
4,513 lb
Front track
64.6 in
Rear track
65.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 396

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 396.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.

Bulletin N881 Range Rover 18SEP26 · Power Train · Sep 2026

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.

Bulletin N881 Range Rover 21AUG26 · Power Train · Aug 2026

Exhaust System Oxygen (O2) Sensors - Extended Warranty

Bulletin E002 - 20JUL26 · Jul 2026

Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update

Bulletin N881 Range Rover 17JUL26 · Power Train · Jul 2026

Unable to select Navigation when pressing the navigation Tile on theTouchscreen.

Bulletin SSM76468 - 03JUL26 · Jul 2026

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off

Bulletin N881 Range Rover 16JUN26 · Power Train · Jun 2026

Driver or Passenger seat harness replacement has been performed to rectify the concern, but no evidence indicating how the harness has faulted is provided in claims.

Bulletin SSM76458 - 22MAY26 · May 2026

Body Control Module (BCM) does not fully meet US importation requirements. The BCM requires replacement with a new component which fully meets the US importation requirements.

Bulletin N906v2 - 18MAY26 · May 2026

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.

Bulletin N881 Range Rover 15MAY26 · Power Train · May 2026

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may illuminate if the vehicle is refueled within 15 seconds of turning the engine off.

Bulletin N881 Range Rover 17APR26 · Power Train · Apr 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the RANGE ROVER VELAR 4WD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure a child seat. Note: The vehicle's lower universal anchorage system (UAS) is not affected by this defect and may still be used to secure a child seat. Safety Risk: A seat belt that is used to secure a…

Transport Canada #2021533 · Aug 2021

Lights And Instruments

Issue: On certain vehicles, when the Automatic High Beam (AHB) system is turned on, the AHB tell-tale indicator on the instrument panel may not turn on. This could lead you to drive without knowing that high beam lights can turn on automatically. Canadian regulations require a tell-tale indicator to turn on when the automatic high beams are activated. Safety Risk: A driver that…

Transport Canada #2021102 · Feb 2021

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar is a crossover SUV produced by British automotive company Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) under their Land Rover marque. The fourth model in the Range Rover line, the Velar was unveiled on 1 March 2017 in London, England. The Velar was released in the summer of 2017. The name Velar had previously been used for a series of pre-production first-generation Range Rovers in 1969.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar trims & engines on record

Trims
S R-Dynamic

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vehicles on record

Other Land Rover Range Rover Velar model years

2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar — frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?

Across all 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar get?

The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar has U.S. EPA estimates of 17–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.