2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar — Full Specifications
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The 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is an SUV offered with 2 engines (2L 4-cyl turbo, 5L 8-cyl supercharged). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 28 mpg (UK) / 23 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 20–28 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Land Rover Range Rover Velar workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover page for the base Range Rover listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Compared with the 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Velar: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 28 mpg (UK) combined. No longer listed: 3L 6-cyl supercharged.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 2L 4-cyl turbo · 5L 8-cyl supercharged |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 28 combined / 24 urban / 31 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 23 combined / 20 city / 26 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 244 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 3 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,550 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar across 2 engines (2L 4-cyl turbo, 5L 8-cyl supercharged). Combined fuel economy ranges from 17 to 23 mpg (US), or 20 to 28 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. 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 (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 28 | 23 (20/26) | 244 | $3,550 |
| 5L 8-cyl supercharged | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 17 (15/20) | 318 | $4,850 |
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 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Running Costs: 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar at 28 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,299 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,550 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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2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (2), Seat belts (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Electrical system — campaign 26V599000, reported 17 September 2026. Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 26V248000, reported 17 April 2026. Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Seat belts — campaign 21V668000, reported 26 August 2021. Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (4), Unspecified (4), Engine (2). Complaints include 1 reported crash, 1 reported fire, 1 reported injury. That is close to the median of 12 complaints across the 9 Land Rover Range Rover Velar model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (2 recall campaigns · 4 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Seat belts (1 recall campaign · 2 owner complaints) — Check every belt latches and retracts properly and that any restraint recalls were completed.
- Engine (2 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
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 Range Rover Velar compare to similar SUVs? SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 1 mpg. Its 244 g/km CO₂ figure is 9 g/km lower 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 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar's 28 mpg is 3 mpg above that make average. Its 244 g/km CO₂ figure is 34 g/km lower than the 278 g/km Land Rover average.
Of the 9 Land Rover Range Rover Velar model years we cover, the 2021 ranks 3rd for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (28 mpg UK combined, against a high of 34 mpg). See every Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have?
EPA lists 2 engines for the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar: 2L 4-cyl turbo, 5L 8-cyl supercharged. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 2L 4-cyl turbo with a automatic (s8).
What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
The most efficient configuration returns around 28 mpg (UK) combined, or 23 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 20 to 28 mpg.
How much does the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,550 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 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns that include the 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (2), Seat belts (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 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
Among the 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (4 complaints), Unspecified (4 complaints), Engine (2 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Velar's fuel economy good for an SUV?
Yes — it returns around 28 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.