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2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 Range Rover Sport.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic (S6)

The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is an SUV equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission and rated at 12 city, 17 highway, and 14 combined mpg by the EPA, with routine service requiring 8.5 quarts of 5W-20 oil. In the context of the model's 2005–2024 complaint history, this year's 50 owner complaints and five recalls—engine issues leading the way—place it just past 2011's peak of 82 complaints and far above the 10 recorded in 2021, signaling that the 2012 still falls within the Sport's most problematic period. For researchers, that means this model year warrants close attention to engine-related reliability rather than being treated as a refined or trouble-free option.

Model year202520232022202120202019201820172012

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
BatteryLR180618 alt LR104508
Front wiper bladesLR154776
Serpentine beltLR012663 alt LR011327
ThermostatLR032135
Cabin air filterJKR500010 alt LR023977

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 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

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum65.3 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum91.3 psi

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 engine oil and filter every 15,000 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant every 15,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 15,000 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 miBattery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Seat Belt System (inspect) · Vehicle Wiring Harnesses (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 75,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (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.

Across this generation, federal records reveal a sharp escalation in issues beginning in 2010, with complaints leaping from 14 in 2009 to 59 in 2010 and peaking at 82 in 2011. The 2012 model year sits squarely within this troubled arc, offering a slight reprieve with 50 complaints and 1 investigation compared to 2011, though its 458 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) indicate persistent mechanical complexities. For the 2012 specifically, complaints concentrate heavily in the Engine, Fuel System Gasoline, Fuel/Propulsion System, and Power Train categories, accompanied by 2 crash and 2 fire complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes. While 2012 fares better than the 2011 apex, it immediately precedes a massive surge in 2013 TSBs (1,315) and investigations (4), suggesting unresolved vulnerabilities across this era. Given its position deep within the generation's most problematic window, the 2012 Range Rover Sport is a risky used purchase and not a recommended year to buy.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
458
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
50
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 2 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 50 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine6
Fuel System, Gasoline6
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Power Train5
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System4
Suspension2
Unknown Or Other2
Air Bags2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 458 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 2012 Range Rover Sport take?

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

Does the 2012 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.