DecodedCars2011 Land Rover LR2
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 4WD Hse
- Engines
- 3.2L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 177.2 in
- Curb weight
- 4,255 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Overview
The 2011 Land Rover LR2 is a SUV - offered with a 3.2L 6-cyl 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 4,255 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway), 5% worse than the 2011 SUV - average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,700 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2011
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2010 LR2 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2010; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2010 LR2 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Solihull, England
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2011 LR2 configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 4WD Hse | 177.2 in | 75.2 in | 68.5 in | 104.7 in | 63 / 63 in | 4,255 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 | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | -5% | $3,700 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2011 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2011 Land Rover LR2.
Similar 2011 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Land Rover LR2 (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 BMW X3 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2011 Acura RDX | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
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.
Air Bags › Frontal · Nov 12, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V581000 · 2,956 vehicles
- Problem
- LAND ROVER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 LR2 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 12, 2009, THROUGH AUGUST 23, 2010. THE SHORTING BAR IN THE CLOCK SPRING MAY BECOME DISCONNECTED WHEN THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE CONNECTOR IS INSTALLED.
- Risk
- THE DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED OR AT ALL AND THEREFORE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPACER INTO THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING HARNESS CONNECTOR. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 800-637-6837.
Not every 2011 Land Rover LR2 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2011 Land Rover LR2 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Power Train — 4 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine — 1 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 70,400 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 2011 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 →