2021 Land Rover Defender Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Land Rover Defender oil type depends on the engine: the 110 takes 0W-20 (7.42 quarts qt with filter); the 110 S takes 0W-20 (7.42 quarts qt with filter); the 110 SE takes 0W-20 (9.3 quarts qt with filter); the 110 X takes 0W-20 (9.3 quarts qt with filter); the 110 X-Dynamic HSE takes 0W-20 (9.3 quarts qt with filter); the 110 X-Dynamic SE takes 0W-20 (9.3 quarts qt with filter); the 90 takes 0W-20 (7.42 quarts qt with filter); the 90 First Edition takes 0W-20 (9.3 quarts qt with filter); the 90 S takes 0W-20 (7.42 quarts qt with filter); the 90 X takes 0W-20 (9.3 quarts qt with filter); the 90 X-Dynamic S takes 0W-20 (9.3 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 110: 0W-20, 7.42 quarts with filter
- 110 S: 0W-20, 7.42 quarts with filter
- 110 SE: 0W-20, 9.3 quarts with filter
- 110 X: 0W-20, 9.3 quarts with filter
- 110 X-Dynamic HSE: 0W-20, 9.3 quarts with filter
- 110 X-Dynamic SE: 0W-20, 9.3 quarts with filter
- 90: 0W-20, 7.42 quarts with filter
- 90 First Edition: 0W-20, 9.3 quarts with filter
- 90 S: 0W-20, 7.42 quarts with filter
- 90 X: 0W-20, 9.3 quarts with filter
- 90 X-Dynamic S: 0W-20, 9.3 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 — 2.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 7.42 QTS. | — | — |
| 110 S — 2.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 7.42 QTS. | — | — |
| 110 SE — 3.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 9.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 110 X — 3.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 9.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 110 X-Dynamic HSE — 3.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 9.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 110 X-Dynamic SE — 3.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 9.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 90 — 2.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 7.42 QTS. | — | — |
| 90 First Edition — 3.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 9.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 90 S — 2.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 7.42 QTS. | — | — |
| 90 X — 3.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 9.30 QTS. | — | — |
| 90 X-Dynamic S — 3.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 Engine oil conforming to Land Rover oil specification: STJLR 03.5006 | 9.30 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
N/A (N/A) — 50/50 mixture of HAVOLINE XLC Antifreeze and Water. Contact the dealer for further references.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Land Rover Defender take?
It depends on the engine: 110 uses 0W-20; 110 S uses 0W-20; 110 SE uses 0W-20; 110 X uses 0W-20; 110 X-Dynamic HSE uses 0W-20; 110 X-Dynamic SE uses 0W-20; 90 uses 0W-20; 90 First Edition uses 0W-20; 90 S uses 0W-20; 90 X uses 0W-20; 90 X-Dynamic S uses 0W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2021 Land Rover Defender?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 110 holds 7.42 quarts with filter; 110 S holds 7.42 quarts with filter; 110 SE holds 9.3 quarts with filter; 110 X holds 9.3 quarts with filter; 110 X-Dynamic HSE holds 9.3 quarts with filter; 110 X-Dynamic SE holds 9.3 quarts with filter; 90 holds 7.42 quarts with filter; 90 First Edition holds 9.3 quarts with filter; 90 S holds 7.42 quarts with filter; 90 X holds 9.3 quarts with filter; 90 X-Dynamic S holds 9.3 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2021 Land Rover Defender?
Most 2021 Land Rover Defender owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Land Rover recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Land Rover Defender?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Land Rover Defender. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.