2011 Land Rover LR4 — Full Specifications
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The 2011 Land Rover LR4 is an SUV powered by a 5L 8-cyl premium gasoline engine. It returns around 17 mpg (UK) / 14 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Land Rover LR4 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2010 Land Rover LR4: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 17 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 5L 8-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 17 combined / 16 urban / 20 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 14 combined / 13 city / 17 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 394 g/km |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $5,850 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2011 Land Rover LR4, all with the 5L 8-cyl 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 14 (13/17) | 394 | $5,850 |
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 2011 Land Rover LR4
Running Costs: 2011 Land Rover LR4
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2011 Land Rover LR4 at 17 mpg combined, expect roughly 2,139 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $5,850 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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2011 Land Rover LR4 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 2011 Land Rover LR4 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Fuel system — campaign 21V635000, reported 12 August 2021. Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Land Rover LR4. The most-reported areas are Fuel/propulsion system (7), Fuel system (5), Engine and engine cooling (2). Complaints include 1 reported crash, 1 reported fire. That is close to the median of 17 complaints across the 7 Land Rover LR4 model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2011 Land Rover LR4
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Fuel system (1 recall campaign · 12 owner complaints) — Ask whether any fuel-pump or fuel-system recalls were completed, and watch for hard starting or stalling.
- Engine cooling (2 owner complaints) — Check coolant level, look for leaks and make sure the temperature stays steady in traffic.
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 LR4 compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 17 mpg figure is 10 mpg below that average. Its 394 g/km CO₂ figure is 141 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Land Rover models in our database average about 25 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2011 Land Rover LR4's 17 mpg is 8 mpg below that make average. Its 394 g/km CO₂ figure is 116 g/km higher than the 278 g/km Land Rover average.
Of the 7 Land Rover LR4 model years we cover, the 2011 ranks 4th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (17 mpg UK combined, against a high of 19 mpg). See every Land Rover LR4 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 2011 Land Rover LR4 have?
It's fitted with a 5L 8-cyl premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s6) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Land Rover LR4?
The most efficient configuration returns around 17 mpg (UK) combined, or 14 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2011 Land Rover LR4 cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $5,850 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 2011 Land Rover LR4 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign that include the 2011 Land Rover LR4 (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Fuel system (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 2011 Land Rover LR4?
Among the 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Fuel/propulsion system (7 complaints), Fuel system (5 complaints), Engine and engine cooling (2 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Land Rover LR4's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 17 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.