2018 Land Rover Discovery Oil Type & Capacity
The 2018 Land Rover Discovery oil type depends on the engine: the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (8.5 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (8.5 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 5W-30 (6.3 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (8.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 6.3 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 8.5 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 6.3 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 8.5 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 5W-30, 6.3 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 8.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L — Diesel | SAE 5W-30 meeting specs ST JLR.03.5005 | 6.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Gas | SAE 0W-20 meeting specs ST JLR.51.5122 | 8.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Diesel | SAE 5W-30 meeting specs ST JLR.03.5005 | 6.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Gas | SAE 0W-20 meeting specs ST JLR.51.5122 | 8.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Diesel | SAE 5W-30 meeting specs ST JLR.03.5005 | 6.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — Gas | SAE 0W-20 meeting specs ST JLR.51.5122 | 8.50 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Discovery
2018 Land Rover Discovery factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
1.6 quarts (1.51 L) — 50/50 mixture of HAVOLINE XLC Antifreeze and Water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2018 Land Rover Discovery take?
It depends on the engine: 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 5W-30; 3.0L uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2018 Land Rover Discovery take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 3.0L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 8.5 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 8.5 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 6.3 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 8.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2018 Land Rover Discovery?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2018 Land Rover Discovery. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.