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Land Rover Range Rover Sport Service Costs & Schedule

What a Land Rover Range Rover Sport actually costs to service, what needs doing at each interval, and where you can save. If you're buying one, we also cover how to check whether the previous owner actually kept up with the schedule.

L320 (2005–2013)2.7 TDV6, 2.9 TDV8, 3.6 TDV8, 4.2 V8, 4.2 TDV8
L494 (2013–2022)2.0 Ingenium, 2.0 P400e, 2.0 Ingenium, 3.0 SDV6, 3.0 SC V6

Land Rover Range Rover Sport service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer interval 16,000 miles or 12 months.
L320, L494
 16,000 miles or 1 year
£80–£150
Dealer: £180–£280
Air filter
Replace every 20,000 miles or 2 years. More frequent replacement needed in dusty conditions. Blocked filter reduces performance and increases fuel consumption.
L320, L494
 20,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£50
Dealer: £50–£90
Cabin pollen filter
Replace every 20,000 miles or 2 years. Blocked filter causes poor HVAC performance and can damage blower motor. Often requires dashboard trim removal for access.
L320, L494
 20,000 miles or 2 years
£40–£80
Dealer: £80–£140

Major service items

These are the big-ticket items. Miss them and you risk engine or gearbox damage. The costs are higher but the consequences of skipping are much worse.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Automatic transmission fluid
Manufacturer claims lifetime fill but specialists recommend change at 150,000 miles.
L320, L494
 150,000 miles
£300–£500
Dealer: £600–£900

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Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Brake fluid
Change every 2 years regardless of mileage.
L320, L494
 2 years
£60–£100
Dealer: £120–£180
Coolant flush
Manufacturer specifies 150,000 miles or 10 years.
L320, L494
 150,000 miles or 10 years
£120–£200
Dealer: £250–£400
Differential fluid
Front and rear differentials both require service at 150,000 miles.
L320, L494
 150,000 miles
£200–£350
Dealer: £450–£650
Transfer box fluid
Change at 150,000 miles using Land Rover approved transfer case fluid.
L320, L494
 150,000 miles
£150–£250
Dealer: £300–£450
Air suspension compressor service
Compressor air filter and desiccant service every 60,000 miles or 5 years.
L320, L494
 60,000 miles or 5 years
£200–£400
Dealer: £500–£800

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Land Rover Range Rover Sport, ranked by severity.

dangerous
Brake hose ferrule corrosion (L320/L494)
Brake hose ferrules (the metal crimped fittings where flexible hoses connect to brake lines) are prone to corrosion on Range Rover Sport models.
major
Air suspension failure (L320)
The air suspension system uses electronically controlled air springs, a compressor, and height sensors to maintain ride height and provide variable damping.
major
Timing chain issues (L494)
The 3.0 SDV6 and 4.4 SDV8 diesel engines use timing chains to drive the camshafts and high-pressure fuel pump.
major
Transmission shaft bearing wear (L320/L494)
The complex 4WD system uses front and rear differentials plus a transfer box with multiple bearings supporting transmission shafts.

3 more known issues tracked. Check a specific Land Rover Range Rover Sport's service records — a missed service on one of these issues could mean an expensive surprise.

Buying a used Land Rover Range Rover Sport? Check its service history first.

A Range Rover Sport with a patchy service history can cost you thousands in missed timing belts, skipped oil changes, and hidden neglect. We pull the franchised dealer records — every visit, every stamp, every mileage reading — so you can see exactly what's been done and what's been skipped.

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport service FAQs

How often does a Land Rover Range Rover Sport need servicing?

A Land Rover Range Rover Sport needs servicing every 16,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer interval 16,000 miles or 12 months.

What does a Land Rover Range Rover Sport service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage costs £80–£150. Main dealer servicing runs £180–£280. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more. Independent garages are typically 30 to 50% cheaper for the same work.

Is a Land Rover Range Rover Sport expensive to maintain?

Routine servicing starts from £80 at an independent garage, which is about average for this class of car. The bigger costs come from periodic items like timing belts, brake fluid changes, and transmission servicing. Keeping on top of the schedule avoids expensive failures.

How do I check a Land Rover Range Rover Sport's service history?

You can check any Land Rover Range Rover Sport's official dealer service records online using just the registration number. The check retrieves every logged dealer visit, including dates, mileage, and work done, so you can see whether the schedule has been followed or if there are gaps. It costs £6.99 and you get a full refund if no records are found.