Land Rover Range Rover Sport service: key facts
- Oil service every 16,000 miles or 1 year
- Basic service costs £80–£280 depending on garage
- Automatic transmission fluid: £300–£500 — don't skip this one
- 2 generations from 2005 to 2022
- 9 tracked service items across routine, major, and periodic schedules
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 item | Interval | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
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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
|
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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 item | Interval | Typical 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
|
Periodic maintenance
Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.
| Service item | Interval | Typical 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
|
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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
|
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Land Rover Range Rover Sport service FAQs
How often should a Land Rover Range Rover Sport be serviced?
A Land Rover Range Rover Sport should have an oil service every 16,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer interval 16,000 miles or 12 months.
How much does a Land Rover Range Rover Sport service cost?
A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£150. Main dealer servicing is usually £180–£280. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.
Can I service a Land Rover Range Rover Sport at an independent garage?
Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.