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2016 Land Rover LR4

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 LR4.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2016 Land Rover LR4 is a full-size SUV equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering EPA-estimated fuel economy of 15 mpg city, 19 highway, and 16 combined. In terms of reliability, this model year accumulated 32 owner complaints, with the engine emerging as the primary trouble spot, and was subject to two recalls.

Model year2016201520142013201220112010

Quick specs

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

EPA fuel economy15/19/16 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses 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.

Tire size235/70R17, 235/60R18, 255/55R19, 255/50R20OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7, 8, 8, 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterLR011298 alt LR011279
Engine air filterLR011593
Fuel filterLR043420
Spark plugLR050998
BatteryLR073414
Front wiper bladesLR154776
Serpentine beltLR011327 alt LR184641
ThermostatLR117568
Cabin air filterLR023977 alt JKR500010

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length190.2 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height74 in
Wheelbase113.8 in
Curb weight5617 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)49/51

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 19 / 16 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 LR4 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.5–6.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.50 sec — 2010 HSE
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2015HSE 3.0L Supercharger V66.70 sec15.20 sec340 hpAWD
2011HSE 5.0L V86.60 sec15.10 sec375 hpAWD
2010HSE 5.0L V86.50 sec15.00 sec375 hpAWD
2010HSE 5.0L V86.90 sec15.30 sec375 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 17.7 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidShell L12108
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil CapacityFront Differential 0.61, Rear Open Differential 1.25, Rear Differential with locking motor 1.76
Engine CoolantUse Extended Life Ethylene Glycol using OAT
Engine Coolant CapacityW/4 Zone AC
Engine Coolant CapacityWith 4 Zone System

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs94.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsUpper: 8.8 ft/lbs; Lower: 18.4 ft/lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts13.3
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug17.7 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) BoltsM12 nut: 56.0, M14 nut: 111.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug16.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug16.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug6.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 170.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel HubInstall a new nut and torque to 311.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerLand Rover
Spark Plug Gap.035 - .039 in
Spark Plug Torque16 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.43-2.00 lbs
Oil TypeSPA2
Oil Capacity2.70-4.40 oz

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum91.3 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)65.3 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 26; Rear: 26 Use
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 188; Rear: 84 /; Front: 202; Rear: 85
ABS Sensor Torque4 / NS
Minimum Pad Thickness0.118 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.063; Rear: .708
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .002 with; Rear: .003 with

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 96,000 mi.

Every 16,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Battery (inspect electrolyte level) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 32,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Door Stop (lubricate) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Hood Latch (inspect)
Every 64,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 80,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 96,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 128,000 miDrive Belt (replace)
At 160,000 miFuel 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.

Based on the federal record data available, the 20102011 period shows relatively modest complaint volumes (15–22 annually) with a consistent one recall per year and one investigation each year, alongside high TSB counts indicating active technical service bulletins. The 2016 target year data reveals a concerning shift: engine-related complaints dominate the top complaint areas (6 of the total), and notably, there are 6 fire-related complaints with zero crash complaints, suggesting a fire-risk pattern specific to this model year. The target year's complaint areas (engine, fuel system gasoline, electrical system) point to powertrain and electrical integrity concerns that align with Land Rover's historical reliability reputation for this generation. Since the 2016 LR4 represents the final production year of this platform generation, the data does not specify whether these issues stem from manufacturing drift, component aging, or design vulnerabilities. The concrete takeaway is that while the 2016 LR4 offers the last opportunity to own the traditional LR4 design, the fire complaint cluster and engine dominance in this specific year's data indicate this is not the strongest candidate within the generation—prospective buyers should prioritize a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on engine and electrical system health and verify any open recalls before committing.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
141
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
32
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 6 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 32 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine6
Unknown Or Other3
Fuel System, Gasoline3
Electrical System,Engine2
Electrical System2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Engine & Engine Cooling1
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 141 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
NAS19.07.0122021-07-27Power TrainA potential issue has been identified on certain Land Rover vehicles within the listed…
LTB00552NAS32021-01-25EquipmentRESCINDED - Windshield Wiper Noise / Judder / Streak - RESCINDED
SFCC_DEC2020_292020-12-16Power TrainThe engine is running rough. There is a hesitation. The Check Engine MIL goes on and off…
LTB00766NAS52020-12-04EquipmentDamage/marking may be evident on the surface of the Instrument Cluster (IPC) lens.
SFCC_OCT19_252019-10-28Fuel System, OtherThe Check Engine MIL is on There is a noise from the engine

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

VIN tools

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Frequently asked

Does the 2016 LR4 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the LR4 get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 19 highway / 16 combined mpg.