Underbody Protection
Underbody protection at DD Tuning includes model-specific skid plates for the engine oil pan, transmission, fuel tank, and the lower part of the body. They install into factory mounting points for a specific vehicle model. The biggest selection is for Land Rover and Range Rover (Evoque, Velar, Sport, Defender, Discovery Sport, Freelander II). We also offer protection for Lexus GS and LS, Mercedes G-Class, S-Class W221 and C-Class W205, Mitsubishi Outlander 2006–2012, Toyota Land Cruiser 100, and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro.
What underbody protection is available in the catalog
| What it protects | For which vehicles | What to pay attention to |
|---|---|---|
| Oil pan and engine | Range Rover Evoque 2012–2018 and 2018+, Velar 2017+, Sport 2005–2013 and 2022+, L322 2010–2012, L460 Autobiography Sport, Defender 2019+, Discovery Sport, Freelander II, Land Cruiser 100, Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 2023+, Mercedes C-Class W205 | for Evoque 2018+ there is a standard and an extended version; for Range Rover Sport 2022+ there are separate plates for the 3.0 and 4.4 engines |
| Body underfloor | Velar 2017+, Defender 2019+, Evoque 2012–2018 (rear underfloor), Mitsubishi Outlander 2006–2012, Mercedes S-Class W221 Long, Mercedes G-Class W465 | for Velar, the underfloor protection is available separately for 4WD and for 2WD (rear-wheel drive) |
| Transmission | Lexus GS 300, GS 350 2012+ with AWD, LS 460 AWD, Range Rover L322 2010–2012 | aluminum plates 4 or 5 mm thick — the thickness is specified in the product name |
| Tank and bumpers | Mercedes G-Class W463 1990–2018 | front bumper protection and rear bumper protection with fuel tank — made of stainless steel |
| Suspension and sills | Defender 2019+, Range Rover Sport 2022+ | suspension arm protection and body sill protection — listed as separate items |
The section is split into subcategories: oil pan protection, transmission protection, and tank protection.
How to choose underbody protection for your model
- Select the make and model in the filter: protection is designed for the mounting points of a specific body, and a part from a neighboring generation won’t fit.
- Match the engine and drivetrain. For some models there are dedicated versions for engine size (3.0 and 4.4) or for 4WD vs 2WD.
- Compare the shape in the photos with what’s installed under your vehicle. Land Rover product pages include OEM part numbers, which makes it easy to cross-check your setup.
- If you’re planning a bull bar, consider non-factory underbody protection: a solid plate under the bumper may require trimming or holes for the bar mounts.
Steel, aluminum, or plastic
The material depends on the model. Oil pan protection for Land Cruiser 100 and underbody protection for Outlander 2006–2012 are made of painted steel, Lexus transmission plates are aluminum, and Mercedes G-Class W463 protection is stainless steel. For C-Class W205 there is a DPT plastic shield with a length of 130 cm. Underbody protection for Mercedes S-Class W221 Long is a two-piece kit made of a fabric-mesh material similar to the factory part; it fits only the Long wheelbase version, and the mounting holes match the OEM locations.
Installation
Model-specific protection installs to factory mounting points under the vehicle. Before installation, inspect the mounting areas: if there’s already a non-factory shield or bracket installed, it should be removed. You can have it installed at DD Tuning’s network of certified service centers — your manager will help you find the nearest one. If you need protection for a pickup’s heavy-duty bumper, take a look at heavy-duty bumpers: on some of them, oil pan protection is already built into the design.
This description was prepared with the help of AI based on the analysis of over 1 million phone calls between DD Tuning managers and customers, as well as the company knowledge base. We collected the questions customers ask most often and practical, field-tested answers.



























