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2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 Range Rover Sport.

Body SUV

The 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is an SUV that requires 8.5 qt of 5W‑20 oil for its engine. Its ownership record shows 59 total complaints, with structural problems accounting for the majority and seven recall actions documented. In the broader complaint timeline from 2005 to 2024, the 2010 model’s complaint count falls below the peak 82 complaints recorded in 2011 but remains higher than the recent low of 10 complaints in 2021. Consequently, the 2010 model year sits in the middle of the model’s reliability history, reflecting a moderate level of reported issues.

Model year2025 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2010

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity8.5 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-20OEM · 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 filter	LR011298 alt LR011279
Engine air filter	LR011593
Fuel filter	LR043420
Spark plug	LR032080
Battery	LR018608
Front wiper blades	LR154776
Serpentine belt	LR011327 alt LR012663
Thermostat	LR032135
Cabin air filter	LR023977

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	188.6 in
Overall width	76 in
Overall height	71.7 in
Wheelbase	108.3 in
Curb weight	5467 lb
Track (front / rear)	64.6 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	59/41

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 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.10 sec — 2010 Supercharged

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2010	Supercharged 5.0L Supercharger V8	5.10 sec	13.70 sec	510 hp	AWD
2006	Supercharged 4.2L Supercharger V8	6.90 sec	15.30 sec	390 hp	AWD
2006	HSE 4.4L V8	8.70 sec	16.70 sec	300 hp	AWD
2006	HSE 4.4L V8	8.80 sec	16.40 sec	300 hp	AWD

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 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 Fluid	Shell M1375.4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	9.0-11.0
Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	2.2 Pints
Engine Oil	5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity	8.5 qt
Engine Oil	5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity	8.5 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	18.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	13.3 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Transfer Case Fill Plug	21.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	21.0 ft-lbs
Automatic Transmission Drain Plug	7.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	169 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	311 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order

1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.54 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	3.70 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	720 cca

Brakes

Brake Application	WITH 14.20 inch DISC / WITH 15.00 inch DISC
Torque Caliper to Bracket	26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	202 ft-lbs / 85 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	0.118 in
Brake Application	WITH 14.20 inch DISC / WITH 15.00 inch DISC
Rotor Runout Limit	0.002 in / 0.003 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.181 in / 1.339 in / 0.787 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	1.181 in / 1.339 in / 0.787 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

148 ft. lbs., step 2: 180

148 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.

1	Bolts 1-10	15 ft. lbs
2	Bolts 1-10	25.8 ft. lbs
3	Bolts 1-10	120 degrees
4	Top larger recessed bolts	18 ft. lbs
5	Two lower bolts below recessed bolts	9 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.

Every 15,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Active Suspension System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Body Lock Cylinders (lubricate) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level)
Every 75,000 mi	Active Suspension System Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 105,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Fuel Filter (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

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 2010 Range Rover Sport sits at the peak of the complaint and recall trend for this generation, with 59 complaints and 7 recalls—higher than the 44 complaints and 4 recalls of 2008, but lower than the 82 complaints of 2011. Investigations in 2010 (2) match the 2011 level, indicating a consistent scrutiny period. The top complaint areas—Structure (11), Fuel System, Gasoline (7), Engine (6), and Fuel/Propulsion System (5)—show that structural and powertrain issues dominated this year, while crash complaints remained zero and fire complaints were minimal (1). Compared to the preceding and following years, 2010’s numbers suggest a slightly worse but not extreme position within the overall arc. Given the relatively high complaint count and the specific focus on structural and fuel system problems, a 2010 model may warrant a careful pre‑purchase inspection, but it remains a reasonable choice if a thorough condition check is performed.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

401

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 1 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09’10’11 ’12 ’13 ’20 ’21 ’22 ’23 ’24

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 59 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Structure11

Fuel System, Gasoline7

Engine6

Fuel/Propulsion System5

Air Bags2

Service Brakes2

Electrical System2

Power Train1

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 401 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
SSM76411 - 10MAR26	2026-03-10	Electrical System	Smart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and unable to start their vehicle
SSM76317ATT - 28APR25	2025-04-28	Engine	Engine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
SSM76317 - 28APR25	2025-04-28	Engine	Engine Will Crank, No Start When At Operating Temperature
TUCC_APR2025_18	2025-04-11	Electrical System	Leaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.
SFCC_MAR2025_20	2025-03-14	Service Brakes	There 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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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 94R battery Vehicles taking 8.5 qt Engine oil filter LR011298 Engine air filter LR011593 Fuel filter LR043420 Spark plug LR032080

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2010 Range Rover Sport take?

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

Does the 2010 Range Rover Sport have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.