2013 Land Rover LR2 — Full Specifications
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The 2013 Land Rover LR2 is an SUV powered by a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 24 mpg (UK) / 20 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Land Rover LR2 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2012 Land Rover LR2: Fuel economy improves from 22 to 24 mpg (UK) combined on the most efficient configuration. EPA lists new engine options for 2013: 2L 4-cyl turbo. No longer listed: 3.2L 6-cyl.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 24 combined / 20 urban / 29 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 20 combined / 17 city / 24 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 280 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,100 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2013 Land Rover LR2, all with the 2L 4-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (17/24) | 280 | $4,100 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2013 Land Rover LR2
Running Costs: 2013 Land Rover LR2
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2013 Land Rover LR2 at 24 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,515 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $4,100 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2013 Land Rover LR2 Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2013 Land Rover LR2 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Air bags — campaign 14V395000, reported 1 July 2014. Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, if the air bag is disabled, the air bag may not deploy or may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Land Rover LR2. The most-reported areas are Air bags (5), Engine (4), Power train (2). That is close to the median of 10 complaints across the 6 Land Rover LR2 model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2013 Land Rover LR2
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Air bags (1 recall campaign · 5 owner complaints) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Engine (4 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Land Rover LR2 compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 24 mpg figure is 3 mpg below that average. Its 280 g/km CO₂ figure is 27 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
At 24 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 25 mpg average for Land Rover models in our database.
Of the 6 Land Rover LR2 model years we cover, the 2013 is the most economical on its best configuration (24 mpg UK combined). See every Land Rover LR2 year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2013 Land Rover LR2 have?
It's fitted with a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Land Rover LR2?
The most efficient configuration returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, or 20 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2013 Land Rover LR2 cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $4,100 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2013 Land Rover LR2 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2013 Land Rover LR2 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2013 Land Rover LR2?
Among the 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Air bags (5 complaints), Engine (4 complaints), Power train (2 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Land Rover LR2's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.