The first-generation Range Rover Sport L320 ran from 2005 to 2013. It was built on the Discovery 3 platform and used the same security architecture as Discovery 3 and 4 models of the same era. Key replacement on the L320 requires JLR SDD but is a simpler process than current KVM-based Sport models.
L320 Key System
The L320 used a conventional remote key with a transponder. Immobiliser functions were managed via the BCM, not the KVM introduced in 2013. Programming requires SDD to update the BCM’s transponder list. The L320 did not have PEPS passive entry — locking and unlocking required button presses on the remote.
Key Types on the L320
Most L320 models used a standard JLR remote key of the era. Some later high-specification L320 models had a proximity key option, but the majority used the conventional press-button remote. Confirming the exact key type requires a VIN check, which we do at every booking.
| Service | AJ Auto Price | Main Dealer Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Range Rover Sport L320 spare key | From £120 | £300 to £600+ |
| Range Rover Sport L320 all keys lost | From £190 | £500 to £900+ |
For all Range Rover Sport key services including the current L494 and L461, see the Range Rover Sport key replacement page.
What We See in Practice
The L320 is a platform we see frequently on callouts, both because of the volume sold during its production run from 2005 to 2013 and because owners of older vehicles tend to have fewer keys in their possession. The profile we encounter most often is a private owner who bought the vehicle secondhand, drove it for a year, and then lost the only key they were given at sale. The L320 is a mature platform that we program keys for reliably, but because it is no longer in production, parts lead times for uncommon key variants can run longer than for current models. Having a spare made before that situation arises is straightforwardly the better outcome. We carry the key hardware for L320 models as a standard item in our stock, which avoids any delay on the day for the most common key variants across this generation. Spare keys for the L320 are available and the job is completed on site without any need for the vehicle to visit a workshop. Spare keys for the L320 are available and the job is completed on site without the vehicle needing to visit a workshop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What generation is the L320 Range Rover Sport?
The L320 is the first generation Range Rover Sport, produced from 2005 to 2013. It is a well-established platform and all key types used across its production run are still fully supported for programming.
Does the L320 use the same key as the full-size Range Rover L322?
The key hardware is similar in some model year overlaps but the programming process must be carried out specifically for each vehicle. Keys are not interchangeable between the full-size and Sport models.
Are L320 keys still available to buy?
Yes, genuine and quality aftermarket remotes for the L320 are available. Because the platform is mature, parts supply is consistent and the cost is typically lower than for current-generation models.
Is an L320 all keys lost situation still recoverable on site?
Yes. All keys lost on an L320 is handled the same way as any other model. The specialist attends on site, gains access, clears the key database and programs new keys without towing.
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