1993 Land Rover Defender 110 Oil Type & Capacity

The 1993 Land Rover Defender 110 takes 10W-40 motor oil — 5.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

10W-405.0 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Defender 110API - SG, SAE 10W-40 or 10W-505.00 QTS.4.50 QTS.

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1993 Land Rover Defender 110 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

22.5 quarts (10.64 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 1993 Land Rover Defender 110 take?

The 1993 Land Rover Defender 110 takes 10W-40 motor oil (API - SG, SAE 10W-40 or 10W-50), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 1993 Land Rover Defender 110 take?

The 1993 Land Rover Defender 110 holds 5.0 quarts with a filter change, or 4.5 quarts without changing the filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 1993 Land Rover Defender 110?

Yes. 10W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1993 Land Rover Defender 110. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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