1997 Land Rover Defender 90 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 7.1 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 7.1 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic | API - SG, SH or RES.22.OL.G4 or ACEA A2:96, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 | 7.10 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| Standard | API - SG, SH or RES.22.OL.G4 or ACEA A2:96, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 | 7.10 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
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1997 Land Rover Defender 90 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
13.5 quarts (12.77 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 take?
The 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SG, SH or RES.22.OL.G4 or ACEA A2:96, SAE 5W-30, 5W-40), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 take?
The 1997 Land Rover Defender 90 holds 7.1 quarts with a filter change, or 6.5 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1997 Land Rover Defender 90?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1997 Land Rover Defender 90. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.