DecodedCars2013 Land Rover LR2
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 4WD Se/Hse/Hse Lux
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 177.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,913 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints11 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 76 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2013 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2013 Land Rover LR2 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 177 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,913 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 7% worse than the 2013 small SUV average of 21.4 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2013
- Engine added: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 3.2L 6-cyl
- Best combined MPG up from 18 to 20
- Lightest version 342 lb lighter
Compared with 2012; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2012 LR2 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 4WD Se/Hse/Hse Lux | 177.2 in | 75.2 in | 68.5 in | 104.7 in | 63 / 63 in | 3,913 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LR2 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | -7% | $4,100 | 450 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Land Rover LR2.
Similar 2013 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Land Rover LR2 (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2013 BMW X3 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2013 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2013 Volvo XC60 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2013 Acura RDX | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Lincoln MKX | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Air Bags · Jul 1, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V395000 · 40,551 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A component within the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may fail, resulting in the front seat passenger air bag being totally or partially disabled.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, if the air bag is disabled, the air bag may not deploy or may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Restraint Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P046.
Not every 2013 Land Rover LR2 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2013 Land Rover LR2 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 5 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Power Train — 2 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 45,821 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Land Rover LR2. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other LR2 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Land Rover. How we calculate this →