Land Rover Defender Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Land Rover Defender takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 7.4-9.3 qt with a filter change, on 2022-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2020-2021 models take 7.4-9.3 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2026 | 0W-20 | 7.4-9.3 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2020-2021 | 0W-20 | 7.4-9.3 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every Defender year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Land Rover Defender take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Land Rover Defender takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 7.4-9.3 qt with a filter change, on 2022-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2020-2021 models take 7.4-9.3 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Land Rover Defender take?
About 7.4-9.3 qt with a filter change on 2022-2026 models, and 7.4-9.3 qt on 2020-2021 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Land Rover Defender?
Yes. We record 2 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2022-2026: 0W-20; 2020-2021: 0W-20. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.