2016 Land Rover Range Rover
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.

- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- Evoque 4dr SUV, Evoque Coupe 3dr SUV, Lwb 4dr SUV, Sport Se/Hse
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl
- Horsepower
- 240–510 hp
- Transmission
- 9-speed automatic, 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Diesel
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 22 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 171.7–204.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,616–5,710 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 14 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- 14 recallsMore than similar models (about 0). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Land Rover Range Rover is a small SUV offered with 4 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl and 5.0L 8-cyl) and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 172 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,902 lb (Evoque 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway), 4% better than the 2016 small SUV average of 23 MPG, for an estimated $3,400 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 14 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 203 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
What changed for 2016
- New body dimensions: 19.2 in shorter, wheelbase −10.3 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- New diesel version
- Engine added: 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Range Rover →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Halewood, England · Solihull, England
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2016 Range Rover configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evoque 4dr SUV | 171.7 in | 77.6 in | 64.6 in | 104.7 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 3,902 lb | 59/41 |
| Evoque Coupe 3dr SUV | 171.7 in | 77.6 in | 63.4 in | 104.7 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 3,616 lb | 59/41 |
| Lwb 4dr SUV | 204.7 in | 81.5 in | 72.4 in | 122.8 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 5,320 lb | 48/52 |
| Sport Se/Hse | 190.9 in | 78 in | 70.1 in | 115 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 5,487 lb | 49/51 |
| Sport Supercharged/Autobiography | 190.9 in | 78 in | 70.1 in | 115 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 5,710 lb | 49/51 |
| Swb 4dr SUV | 196.9 in | 81.5 in | 72.4 in | 115 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 5,137 lb | 48/52 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Range Rover Evoque | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | +4% | $3,400 | 372 |
| Range Rover TDV6 Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 24 | +28% | $4,000 | 412 |
| Range Rover Sport TDV6 Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 24 | +28% | $4,000 | 412 |
| Range Rover Evoque Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 28 / 23 | 0% | $3,550 | 390 |
| Range Rover | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | +2% | $4,350 | 468 |
| Range Rover LWB | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | +2% | $4,350 | 468 |
| Range Rover Sport | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | +2% | $4,350 | 468 |
| Range Rover | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -14% | $5,150 | 570 |
| Range Rover LWB | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -14% | $5,150 | 570 |
| Range Rover Sport | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -14% | $5,150 | 552 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover.
Similar 2016 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Land Rover Range Rover (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 14 |
| 2016 BMW M | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (14)
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm · Aug 13, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V527000 · 14 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover vehicles. The front suspension knuckles may have been replaced with incorrect parts during a prior recall remedy repair.
- Risk
- An incorrect suspension knuckle may not perform as expected, possibly resulting in a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front suspension knuckles, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 30, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D148.
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm · Aug 8, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V514000 · 121,509 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The front suspension upper knuckle joint may crack, which can result in suspension arm detachment.
- Risk
- Suspension arm detachment can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install a retaining bracket or replace the knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D019, N759, D041, and D027. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall number 24V840.
Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm · Nov 7, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V840000 · 16,759 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Range Rover vehicles. The front suspension upper knuckle joint may crack, which can result in suspension arm detachment.
- Risk
- Suspension arm detachment can cause a loss of vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the front suspension knuckles and install a retaining bracket or replace the knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risks were mailed December 18, 2024. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are N759 and D025. This recall has been superseded by NHTSA recall number 25V514.
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Apr 5, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V219000 · 14,812 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The driver's seat belt emergency locking retractor may not lock as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies" and 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- During hard braking before a crash, the seat belt emergency locking retractor may not lock as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N678. This recall replaces NHTSA recall number 19V-350. Vehicles previously inspected under recall 19V-350 that did not receive a replacement seat belt assembly will need to have this new recall remedy performed.
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch · Jul 2, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V387000 · 6,211 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Range Rover and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under Recall 19V-392, however the repair may not have been completed properly. Due to a problem with the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch), the doors may appear to be closed but may be unlatched.
- Risk
- Unlatched doors may open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for any issues with the KV system, disabling the KV mechanisms if necessary, and update the KV Latch software, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Land Rover's number for this recall is N476.
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch · Jun 4, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V325000 · 785 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under Recall 19V-390, however the repair may not have been completed properly. A spring in the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch) may get stuck, causing the left hand door to remain unlatched when the door is closed.
- Risk
- An unlatched door may open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and inspect the KV latches, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N459.
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch · May 24, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V392000 · 65,385 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ranger Rover and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles. Due to a problem with the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch), the doors may appear to be closed but may be unlatched.
- Risk
- The unlatched door may open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for any issues with the KV system, disabling the KV mechanisms if necessary, and update the KV Latch software, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N335. Note: Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under recall number 15V-385 and need to be remedied again.
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch · May 23, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V390000 · 28,671 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. A spring in the Keyless Vehicle Latching System (KV Latch) may get stuck, causing the left hand door to remain unlatched when the door is closed.
- Risk
- The unlatched door may open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the software, and inspect the KV latches, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N336.
Seat Belts · May 9, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V350000 · 16,186 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The driver's seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Risk
- If the driver brakes prior to a crash, the ELR will not lock at the correct g-force level, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assembly, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N333.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Mar 9, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V154000 · 205 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The passenger frontal air bag inflator initiator may fail to ignite during a crash.
- Risk
- If the air bag inflator initiator fails to ignite, the passenger frontal air bag will not deploy, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N026.
Seat Belts › Pretensioner · Dec 29, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V942000 · 13,500 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles and 2016-2017 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles. The affected vehicles have seatbelt pretensioners that may not function properly in the event of a crash.
- Risk
- If the front seat seatbelt pretensioners do not function properly, the seat occupants may not be adequately restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat belt assemblies, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P095.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Dec 29, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V941000 · 550 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2016 Land Rover Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles and 2017 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. The affected vehicles have a front passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, the front passenger air bag may not deploy as required, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P094.
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm · Dec 9, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V889000 · 220 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles manufactured May 30, 2016, to August 24, 2016, and 2016-2017 Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles have front lower control arm fasteners that may fail due to an assembly error, possibly resulting in separation of the steering knuckle.
- Risk
- If the fasteners were to fail causing the knuckle to separate, vehicle handling may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hardware that connects the front lower control arm to the knuckle, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is Q650/Q651.
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch · Jun 17, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V385000 · 65,372 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Range Rover vehicles manufactured July 26, 2012, to March 9, 2015, and 2014-2016 Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured February 18, 2013, to March 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the doors may unlatch unexpectedly when closed.
- Risk
- If a vehicle door unlatches, the distraction may increase the risk of a crash and/or a vehicle occupant may fall out of the vehicle if they are not wearing a seatbelt, increasing their risk of injury.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the keyless entry software, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P068.
Not every 2016 Land Rover Range Rover is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Land Rover Range Rover buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 14 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Steering — 59 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Suspension — 31 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Engine — 24 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 57,000 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 2016 Land Rover Range Rover. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Range Rover years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Range Rover | 22 | – | Not rated | 5 | 1 |
| 2026 Range Rover | 23 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 5 | 1 |
| 2025 Range Rover | 23 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 7 | 26 |
| 2024 Range Rover | 23 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 12 | 35 |
| 2023 Range Rover | 23 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 17 | 58 |
| 2022 Range Rover | 23 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 17 | 31 |
| 2021 Range Rover | 24 | 171.7 in | Not rated | 11 | 44 |
| 2020 Range Rover | 24 | 171.7 in | Not rated | 23 | 144 |
| 2019 Range Rover | 28 | 171.7 in | Not rated | 8 | 80 |
| 2018 Range Rover | 28 | 171.7 in | Not rated | 8 | 134 |
| 2017 Range Rover | 24 | 171.7 in | Not rated | 10 | 173 |
| 2015 Range Rover | 24 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 11 | 190 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Land Rover. How we calculate this →