2006 Land Rover LR3 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2006 Land Rover LR3 oil type depends on the engine: the Base takes 5W-30 (6.02 quarts with filter); the HSE takes 5W-30 (8.13 quarts with filter); the SE, 4.0 4 takes 5W-30 (6.02 quarts with filter); the SE, 4.4 5 takes 5W-30 (8.13 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base: 5W-30, 6.02 quarts with filter
- HSE: 5W-30, 8.13 quarts with filter
- SE, 4.0 4: 5W-30, 6.02 quarts with filter
- SE, 4.4 5: 5W-30, 8.13 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base — 4.0L Eng | API - CASTROL GTX SAE 5W-30 | 6.02 QTS. | — | Specification: WSS M2C929 A (GF4). |
| HSE — 4.4L Eng | API - CASTROL GTX SAE 5W-30 | 8.13 QTS. | — | Specification: WSS M2C205 A (GF3). |
| SE, 4.0 4 — 4.0L Eng | API - CASTROL GTX SAE 5W-30 | 6.02 QTS. | — | Specification: WSS M2C929 A (GF4). |
| SE, 4.4 5 — 4.4L Eng | API - CASTROL GTX SAE 5W-30 | 8.13 QTS. | — | Specification: WSS M2C205 A (GF3). |
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More specs & repair guides for your LR3
2006 Land Rover LR3 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.98 quarts (8.49 L) — 50/50 mixture of CASTROL Antifreeze SF and water. Specification: LRN2279.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2006 Land Rover LR3 take?
It depends on the engine: Base uses 5W-30; HSE uses 5W-30; SE, 4.0 4 uses 5W-30; SE, 4.4 5 uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2006 Land Rover LR3 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base holds 6.02 quarts with filter; HSE holds 8.13 quarts with filter; SE, 4.0 4 holds 6.02 quarts with filter; SE, 4.4 5 holds 8.13 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2006 Land Rover LR3?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2006 Land Rover LR3. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.