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2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2011 Range Rover Sport.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2011 Range Rover Sport is an SUV configured with an Automatic (S6) transmission and an engine requiring 8.5 quarts of 5W-20 oil, a specification that accompanies EPA fuel economy ratings of 12 mpg city and 17 mpg highway. Its substantial fluid capacity and consumption figures reflect the mechanical demands of its architecture. Within the 2005-to-2024 production timeline, this model year marks the peak of reported issues, generating 82 owner complaints—the highest volume in the model's history against the 2021 low of 10—with structural deficiencies cited as the primary concern and five recalls on record, establishing it as the most reliability-challenged iteration in the Sport's two-decade span.

Model year202520232022202120202019201820172011

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity8.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque98 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy12/17/14 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 720 CCA battery, OE oil filter LR011298. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 720 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterLR011298 alt LR011279
Engine air filterLR011593
Fuel filterLR043420
Spark plugLR032080
BatteryLR018608
Front wiper bladesLR154776
Serpentine beltLR012663 alt LR011327
ThermostatLR032135
Cabin air filterLR023977 alt JKR500010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length188.6 in
Overall width76 in
Overall height71.7 in
Wheelbase108.3 in
Curb weight5467 lb
Track (front / rear)64.6 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined12 / 17 / 14 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Range Rover Sport of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.1–8.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.10 sec — 2010 Supercharged
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2010Supercharged 5.0L Supercharger V85.10 sec13.70 sec510 hpAWD
2006Supercharged 4.2L Supercharger V86.90 sec15.30 sec390 hpAWD
2006HSE 4.4L V88.70 sec16.70 sec300 hpAWD
2006HSE 4.4L V88.80 sec16.40 sec300 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 8.5 qt of 5W-20 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 98 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidShell M1375.4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0-11.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.2 Pints
Engine Oil5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 qt
Engine Oil5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts13.3 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts98 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug21.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug21.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug7.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub169 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub311 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.54 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.70 oz
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance720 cca

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH 14.20 inch DISC / WITH 15.00 inch DISC
Torque Caliper to Bracket26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle202 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle85 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.118 in
Brake ApplicationWITH 14.20 inch DISC / WITH 15.00 inch DISC
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in / 0.003 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148 ft. lbs., step 2: 180148 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts with engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

1Bolts 1-1015 ft. lbs
2Bolts 1-1025.8 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-10120 degrees
4Top larger recessed bolts18 ft. lbs
5Two lower bolts below recessed bolts9 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Active Suspension System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Power Steering Line (inspect) · Power Steering System (inspect) · Seat Belt System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 45,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed)
Every 75,000 miActive Suspension System Air Filter (replace) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 90,000 miBrake Line (replace)
At 105,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Filter (replace) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport sits at the peak of the complaint arc for its generation, recording 82 federal complaints — the highest of any year in the dataset and a sharp increase from 2009's 14 and 2010's 59. Recalls held steady at five (matching 2009 and 2012), and investigations remained at two year-over-year, suggesting the spike was driven by consumer-reported issues rather than regulatory escalation. The top complaint areas — Structure (21), Fuel/Propulsion System (10), Fuel System, Gasoline (9), and Air Bags (7) — are broad and the data does not specify root causes, though the presence of two crash complaints and one fire complaint indicates some safety-relevant concerns. Notably, complaints dropped to 50 in 2012, which may suggest the 2011 model carried specific issues that were addressed in the following model year, though the data alone cannot confirm this. With TSBs at 389 (nearly flat versus 2010's 401 but roughly double the 2005–2009 range), the manufacturer was clearly aware of widespread service needs. **Bottom line: the 2011 is the worst complaint year in this generation's federal record — a buyer should prioritize a 2012 or later, or insist on documented evidence that all relevant TSBs and recalls have been completed before purchasing a 2011.**

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
389
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
82
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 82 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Structure21
Fuel/Propulsion System10
Fuel System, Gasoline9
Air Bags7
Engine4
Service Brakes4
Unknown Or Other3
Electrical System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V635000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump:Mounting Plate/FlangeReported 12/08/2021

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Range Rover Sport and 2010-2016 LR4 vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 or 5.0L V8 engines. The fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank may… Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel outlet flange, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2022…

20V623000Structure:BodyReported 08/10/2020

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Range Rover Sport vehicles. The upper cover on the rear spoiler may detach from the vehicle. Remedy: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spoiler assembly. If the spoiler has not delaminated, a new adhesive will be applied to fully secure the upper spoiler…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 389 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM76411 - 10MAR262026-03-10Electrical SystemSmart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and unable to start their vehicle
SSM76317ATT - 28APR252025-04-28EngineEngine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
SSM76317 - 28APR252025-04-28EngineEngine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
TUCC_APR2025_182025-04-11Electrical SystemLeaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.
SFCC_MAR2025_202025-03-14Service BrakesThere have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2011 Range Rover Sport take?

8.5 qt of 5W-20 MEETING LAND ROVER SPECIFICATION WSS-M2C925A, per the factory manual.

Does the 2011 Range Rover Sport have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Range Rover Sport get?

EPA figures are 12 city / 17 highway / 14 combined mpg.