Types Of Gas A Land Rover Range Rover Takes (Explained)

On this blog, we do a lot of research regarding specific questions about different cars. Today we’ll look at the Land Rover Range Rover and answer what kind of gas this car requires. To find the answer, we’ve gone through the owners’ manuals of the third, fourth, and fifth generations (L322/L405/L460/P400e). Here’s a quick answer:

All generations of Land Rover Range Rover (including the hybrids) manufactured from 2001 onwards use premium, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91. Gasoline with an octane rating of 87 can be used temporarily when 91 octane is unavailable.

However, that doesn’t tell the whole story. Below we’ll dive into what kind of gas this car takes. We’ll talk about reformulated gasoline, E-85, and gasoline with additives. Should or shouldn’t you use this for the Land Rover Range Rover? We’ll also talk about the fuel mileage of each generation as well as possible knocking noises and so much more. Read on!

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Does The Range Rover Need Premium Gasoline?

One thing to note immediately is that premium gasoline is recommended for all generations of the Land Rover Range Rover that have been produced since 2002. This is a typical indication that Ranger Rovers are luxury vehicles that typically take 91 octane or higher.

As stated, 87 octane can be used when 91 octane is unavailable. We wouldn’t recommend you to pick 87 octane as a standard. Some people tend to use 87 octane anyway because it’s slightly cheaper. However, when used over the long term, this increases the wear and tear of the engine and the fuel system as a whole. Therefore, stick to the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Furthermore, many people wonder whether it’s not better to use gasoline with an even higher octane rating (e.g., 93 – 95 octane). Even though this would be possible, and it’s not harmful to the engine, it’s also completely useless.

Only engines designed for 93 – 95 octane can derive performance benefits and/or a longer lifespan from this type of fuel. Instead, all you’ll do in the case of the Range Rover is pay for more expensive fuel. Therefore, stick to the 91 octane recommendations.

What Types Of Gasoline Can And Can’t Be Used?

Furthermore, it’s important to discuss different types of gasoline and additives available on the market. It’s essential to discuss which ones have merit for your engine and which ones will only hurt it.

Reformulated Gasoline

Let’s start with reformulated gasoline. Reformulated gasoline is a gasoline that’s designed to burn more cleanly than regular gasoline. Therefore, it’s better for the environment than other types of gasoline that are non-reformulated.

In some areas of the United States, reformulated gasoline is mandatory, and it’s the only available thing. In other parts of the United States, there’s still a difference between reformulated and non-reformulated.

It’s good to know that all generations of the Land Rover Range Rover are capable of running on reformulated gasoline. Furthermore, Land Rover recommends using reformulated gasoline whenever it’s available. This is because it’s better for the environment, and it doesn’t diminish the lifespan or the car’s performance in any way.

Gasoline/Oxygenated Blends Or E-85

Another aspect of gasoline we need to discuss is the use of oxygenated blends. Typically, oxygenated blends of gasoline contain ethanol or methanol. Both of these chemicals are made from natural sources, and therefore they’re cleaner to burn. However, certainly not every car is compatible with these types of gasoline.

As a general rule of thumb, it’s good to know the following: Land Rover Range Rover manufactured between 2002 – 2015 can take gasoline with a maximum percentage of 10% ethanol. Land Rover Range Rover manufactured from 2016 onwards can take gasoline with a maximum percentage of 15% ethanol. No generation of the Land Rover Range Rover is compatible with methanol.

It’s important to know here that owners’ manuals of the Range Rover aren’t widely available online. Therefore, we went with the recommendations that we are sure of. We read that the 2002 version of this car can only take 10% ethanol, whereas the 2016 manual states it can take 15% ethanol.

It’s difficult to state precisely where the Range Rover becomes more compatible with ethanol, but it’s better to be on the safe side. Please check the manual if you want to know it for your own Range Rover.

Gasoline With Added Materials

Many people wonder if adding materials to your fuel can be beneficial. This is a very standard question to have, given that there are many products on the market that are supposed to either improve the performance of your vehicle or its durability.

However, let it be clear that adding additives to your gasoline is strongly advised against by Land Rover and all other carmakers. Some of these additives will contain silicon or forms of metal that won’t ‘help clean your engine’ but will damage your car’s fuel system.

Instead, it’s advised that you buy gasoline that already has all the proper additives mixed into it. This type of fuel is typically referred to as TOP TIER. Gasoline from TOP TIER retailers has more than the minimum amount of additives mixed into it.

Furthermore, these retailers are regulated by their organization, and research has shown that the engine does stay cleaner (and therefore performs better) when using fuel from these retailers. You can find a retailer in your area via toptiergas.com.

What If I Hear A Knocking Noise From The Engine After Refilling?

Hearing a knocking noise in a car is a normal occurrence. However, it’s important to listen carefully to the loudness of the knocking noise. A slight knocking noise is normal, especially in instances where the car is achieving peak performance (such as when towing or driving up a hill).

However, a loud knocking noise is definitely a problem, especially if you just refilled the car. In this case, it’s very likely you’re using gasoline with a lower than recommended octane level, and the car is not handling this well.

In this instance, the best thing to do is to stop the car and call your dealer or garage. It’s very likely the car needs to be drained from its fuel, and the fuel filter will need to be changed. Ignoring the knocking noise will result in severe mechanical damage.

You might even hear a knocking noise after refilling with 87 octane. Even though 87 octane can be used, it’s not ideal. Again, you have to listen to how loud the knocking noise is. A faint knocking noise is expected with 87 octane, especially if you use this kind of fuel over a more extended period of time. However, if this noise becomes very audible, you must take the necessary precautions.

Also read: 12 Common Problems Of A Land Rover Range Rover (L405)

Does the Range Rover Have Good Gas Mileage?

Now that you know all this, we also feel it’s essential to have an overview of the fuel economy of the Land Rover Range Rover over the past decades. It won’t come as a surprise that, in general, this model of car is not that fuel-efficient. However, Range Rover started adding a hybrid here in the past years, which do have a lot better fuel economy than the regular gasoline versions.

2003 – 2011

Engine	Combined	City	Highway
4.4	13	11	16
5.0	15	12	19

2012 – 2021

Engine	Combined	City	Highway
3.0 MHEV	21	19	24
5.0	16	14	20

Engine	Gas + Electric	Gasoline Only
2.0 PHEV	42	19

2022 – Present

Engine	Combined	City	Highway
3.0 MHEV	21	18	26
4.4	18	16	21
5.0	18	16	21
5.0 SVA	15	13	19

What’s The Gas Tank Size Of A Range Rover?

As you can see above, the fuel economy of these cars isn’t the best. Therefore, it is no surprise that Range Rovers typically have a sizeable fuel tank capacity. Below, we’ve outlined the gas tank size for Land Rover Range Rovers with a gasoline engine.

Generation	Fuel Tank Capacity (US Gal.)
2002 – 2005	26.4
2006 – 2012	27.6
2013 – 2021	27.7
2022 – Present	27.6

How Much Does It Cost To Fill Up A Range Rover?

Below, we’ll give you a rough overview of what it costs to fill up different kinds of Land Rover Range Rover models. This is, of course, subject to the gasoline prices in your area. We’ll calculate this with an average price of $4 per gallon.

• It costs $105,60 to fill up a Land Rover Range Rover manufactured between 2002 – 2005.
• It costs $110,40 to fill up a Land Rover Range Rover manufactured between 2006 – 2012 and 2022 – Present.
• It costs $110,80 to fill up a Land Rover Range Rover manufactured between 2013 – 2021.

Sources

• https://gimmemanuals.com/owners/2021/land-rover/2002-range-rover-owners-manual.pdf
• https://www.ownerinfo.landrover.com/document/LK/2016/T23579/18686_en_GBR/proc/G1800021
• https://fueleconomy.gov/