I was wondering about that too. I think it would be good to have if you bike bc mine doesn’t have a tow hitch and they quoted me like $5000 to add one

 

I have owned appr. 7 Rovers. I never even considered having the deployable steps.
But when I purchased my latest (b/c it had 3d row seats and OEM tow packages), it also had deployable steps which wasn't even advertised -- turned out to be a nice surprise! Very, very nice addition.
They open with the door and shut with the door. Flawless.
One drawback: When leaning into vehicle to get something out, you have to stand on it, or the step will kill your shins.

 

That is the downside and they have had some reliability issues. I have them but really never use them. And if you are taller and don’t use them when deployed they will get the back of your pants or leg dirty. They probably would help with elders to get in. You can also turn them off and on when you don’t need them. If you live with ice and snow I would have them off in those conditions as they could get stuck.

 

They are one of my favorite features on the car. When deployed they seem to stick out farther that "normal" running boards and make it much easier to get in to the car without having to drag yourself over the seat bolster, especially in the Winter when one has the car elevated to "off road" height for the snow.

IMO, a great feature, but at >4k$, definitely pricey.

 

My previous two did not have the deployable steps my 2020 came with them and I was pleasantly surprised how much I like them. I do not think I will order another one without them in the future.

 

Is it possible to disable the side steps during exit and enable them only for entering the car?

 

can they be fixed and not always be deployable?

 

Yes, but I can't remember what it is. When I don't want them to come out (for example when changing from winter/summer tires) I put the terrain selector to "mud ruts" which is one of the ones the don't come out on. Of course I also test it by opening and closing the doors before jacking up the car.

 

Last week my 70+ y.o. mother had some rides with me and I've noticed how challenging it was for her to get inside, even when the car was lowered. Now I get the point of having this feature. Would probably opt-in now if I could.

 

You can put them on at any time. We’re gonna pick up our car this Friday and discussed with the dealer for now we’ll leave them, and in a month or two we’ll see what we do.

 

My last 3 RRs had running boards and I can't imagine owning this car without them. I like fixed steps. Land Rover charges $5K for deployable steps option and $2K for fixed. I see aftermarket steps on Ebay $1K for deployable and $600 for fixed. I will buy them on Ebay for my next car.

 

I had the same thought about not "wasting money" to get the same steps as from the factory but just put them on myself. Then I watched a Youtube video on running the wiring, etc., to install the steps and said, "what a PITA, just buy them on the car". It would take me in my driveway at least a solid weekend to get that done.

 

Why would you buy $1K aftermarket something for $200K car?

 

You are very welcome to spend $5k instead of $1K if you'd like. I bought aftermarket running boards from Ebay for 2 of my previous RRs (2016 and 2019) and never noticed any difference.
And..I'm, not as rich as you are, my car does not cost $200K

 

Agreed. Deployables were conveniently unavailable to order for me at the time. Had to do it thru the dealership and even then was a hassle. They originally wanted almost 11-12k. Ultimately, I paid 7k in parts and 1k in labor. After the fact, I found out a shop that does that with aftermarket parts for 3k installed in the tristate area. Didn't even know that was an option.

Back to the OP, deployables or even fixed is a must on this car due to the height of egress. Sports model you can make do without imo. Regardless, get it if you have kids or elders.

 

We're also considering deployable steps on our MY24 L460. We've had the deployable steps on our L322 since 2015, and they've been excellent! Easy entry and exit, easy access to the roof bars / roof box, and the movement of the steps when opening the vehicle give an extra welcoming touch . But, they require regular greasing to avoid disfunction (salty winter roads).

However, I'm a bit concerned about the deployable steps on the new L460: @BradleyScott mentioned here that the steps were noisy on his new L460. Anyone else have these installed and experience similar noisy steps?

 

But, they require regular greasing to avoid disfunction (salty winter roads).

Good point about salt. We have same problem here - salt eats everything. How often should one grease it?

 

I have a ‘24 lwb and the deployable steps are not noisy. Our previous ‘23 was not noisy either.

 

I didn’t expect to like the deployable steps but I really do on my 2024 LWB AB. They are not noisy. The only issue, as noted, is being aware of reaching in the vehicle while deployed to avoid bumping your shins.

 

I got the fixed steps on my L405 and now the L460. I like the way it changes the profile of the the trucks look and its less cost and maintenance. Just be careful where you park with the deployable ones because I know of people with LR and other trucks that got them jammed on a high curb or pilled up ice/snow and it was a nightmare getting it fixed.

 

The deployable side steps are very needed for children or smaller adults. I don’t think my wife would want the vehicle without them.

 

I purchased mine off of eBay for around $1,000 delivered to California. Shipping was quick (maybe 7 days).

For those considering this modification/enhancement, I just installed them this morning completely by myself and had all four brackets installed in under 45 minutes. I did not use a lift, just put the vehicle in off-road high mode and was very easy to get to everything.This instructions that were provided are found on YouTube… don’t worry about the Chinese writing, your phone can easily translate it but you don’t need the words as the video shows everything (link below). Note - the motor arms go in the rear. Mounting the running boards took another 20 minutes. Connecting the aftermarket control module took under three minutes. You remove four 10 mm bolts from the trunk to get under the spare tire kit area and plug it into the existing wiring. You do not need to run any wires at all as the wiring is pre-ran from the factory from the trunk to the undercarriage. Reinstalling the undercarriage installation requires you to cutout a section to accommodate the motors but it’s easy with some strong shears and it is pre-cut from the factoryso you just cut along the lines.

Disclosure: the aftermarket controller deploys the steps when the doors are open and retracts when closed. This does not allow you to enable/disable the feature from Pivi like a factory option does. For that, I ordered an OEM control module off of eBay and am having the car coded for the option. My coder is out of town so it may be a month or so but I will post when complete. The OEM control module part should be VPLRP0486 for a 2024 RR LWB.

Install video link

 

I purchased mine off of eBay for around $1,000 delivered to California. Shipping was quick (maybe 7 days).

For those considering this modification/enhancement, I just installed them this morning completely by myself and had all four brackets installed in under 45 minutes. I did not use a lift, just put the vehicle in off-road high mode and was very easy to get to everything.This instructions that were provided are found on YouTube… don’t worry about the Chinese writing, your phone can easily translate it but you don’t need the words as the video shows everything (link below). Note - the motor arms go in the rear. Mounting the running boards took another 20 minutes. Connecting the aftermarket control module took under three minutes. You remove four 10 mm bolts from the trunk to get under the spare tire kit area and plug it into the existing wiring. You do not need to run any wires at all as the wiring is pre-ran from the factory from the trunk to the undercarriage. Reinstalling the undercarriage installation requires you to cutout a section to accommodate the motors but it’s easy with some strong shears and it is pre-cut from the factoryso you just cut along the lines.

Disclosure: the aftermarket controller deploys the steps when the doors are open and retracts when closed. This does not allow you to enable/disable the feature from Pivi like a factory option does. For that, I ordered an OEM control module off of eBay and am having the car coded for the option. My coder is out of town so it may be a month or so but I will post when complete. The OEM control module part should be VPLRP0486 for a 2024 RR LWB.

Install video link

looks like a much easier install vs the 405. ....I had to remove the entire back end of the flooring to run the wires from the aftermarket harness to the module that needed mounted etc

 

I don't have the side steps and have a 3 year old who has no problems climbing in and out of the car. Of course I have easy entry set and the car is always at the lowest ride height when entering and exiting.

 

My 4 year old also happily climbs in and out with no problem, but for older people it's harder.

 

Personally I'd go for fixed in the future. Have deployable right now and I don't think its worth the extra $3,200...

 

It's kinda funny, but in configurator for our country side steps are not available at all. I've tried different models and configurations - this option is just absent. No deployable, no fixed.

 

I am 5'1, do I need the steps in the 2024 Range Rover?

 

You definitely do not, especially with the vehicle in access height. My 8 year old can climb into the car… that said, it’s more difficult for him when he has a backpack and stuff in his hands and the vehicle is in normal or off-road height…

You do not need sidesteps but they can help and can also be added aftermarket

 

Actually, side steps are important for certain groups of people. My wife would not be pleased without a side step. That being said, you should experience climbing into a RR without side steps and decide for yourself.

 

My wife is 5 foot 2.5 inches, yes she made me include the 0.5. Get them and use them. Make it much easier. If you get them don’t get in or out without using them, it creates a hassle, dirties pant legs etc.

 

How good are the deployable side steps at not coming out when a curb or something else is detected?

 

They retract back up if they sense an obstacle...or if you step on them before fully deployed.. took a while to get the jist of it. I use them daily for easy in and out and I'm 5'11 height .

 

Agree with the above. Almost pinched my foot once being quick getting out of vehicle. They do retract if you step on them before being fully deployed. I learned to just slow a split second. I think that shows they are working and if something was there they would retract.

 

I can't find the fixed steps for my 2024 LWB. RR just sells the deployable ones now. Does anybody the part number? Does buying aftermarket side step void the extended warranty in any way?

 

There is no fixed steps for LWB from LR, but you can find them easily on EBay. Cost about $500. Your warranty will not be voided because of it.

 

Not necessary, can always set the car to access height and its not difficult to get in and out of. That being said, I splurged on the deployable side-steps and they are super fun. One of my favorite features and will get again.