2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.7 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 5.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSE | SAE 5W-30 meeting specs WSS-M2C-913-C | 5.70 QTS. | — | Capacities are approximate and provided as a guide only. All oil levels must be checked using the dipstick, level plugs or driver information module, as applicable. In an emergency, if the oil specification is unavailable, top up with a maximum of 2 pts. (1l) of 5W-30 oil meeting specification ILSAC GF-5 API. Castrol SYNTEC 5W-30 oil exceeds this specification. |
| HSE Lux | SAE 5W-30 meeting specs WSS-M2C-913-C | 5.70 QTS. | — | Capacities are approximate and provided as a guide only. All oil levels must be checked using the dipstick, level plugs or driver information module, as applicable. In an emergency, if the oil specification is unavailable, top up with a maximum of 2 pts. (1l) of 5W-30 oil meeting specification ILSAC GF-5 API. Castrol SYNTEC 5W-30 oil exceeds this specification. |
| SE | SAE 5W-30 meeting specs WSS-M2C-913-C | 5.70 QTS. | — | Capacities are approximate and provided as a guide only. All oil levels must be checked using the dipstick, level plugs or driver information module, as applicable. In an emergency, if the oil specification is unavailable, top up with a maximum of 2 pts. (1l) of 5W-30 oil meeting specification ILSAC GF-5 API. Castrol SYNTEC 5W-30 oil exceeds this specification. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Discovery Sport
2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.3 quarts (8.8 L) — 50/50 mixture of HAVOLINE XLC Antifreeze and Water. Capacities are approximate and provided as a guide only. All oil levels must be checked using the dipstick, level plugs or driver information module, as applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport take?
The 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 5W-30 motor oil (SAE 5W-30 meeting specs WSS-M2C-913-C), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport take?
The 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport holds 5.7 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.