2015 Land Rover Range Rover
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.

- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- Sport Se/Hse, Sport Supercharged/Autobiography, Evoque 4dr SUV Pure/Prestige/Dynamic/Autobiography, Evoque Coupe 3dr SUV Pure/Prestige/Dynamic/Autobiography
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-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, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 21 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 171.7–204.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,616–5,710 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 11 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Strong performanceUp to 510 hp, versus about 300 hp for similar 2015 models.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- Many owner complaints190 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 23 for similar models — most often about the steering.
- 11 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 Land Rover Range Rover is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl and 5.0L 8-cyl) and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,487 lb (Sport Se/Hse).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway), 6% better than the 2015 small SUV average of 22.6 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 11 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 190 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
What changed for 2015
- New body dimensions: 19.2 in longer, wheelbase +10.3 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 Range Rover →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Halewood, England · Solihull, England
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2015 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Evoque 4dr SUV Pure/Prestige/Dynamic/Autobiography | 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 Pure/Prestige/Dynamic/Autobiography | 171.7 in | 77.6 in | 63.4 in | 104.7 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 3,616 lb | 59/41 |
| Lwb Supercharged/Autobiography4dr SUV | 204.7 in | 81.5 in | 72.4 in | 122.8 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 5,320 lb | 48/52 |
| Swb Hse/Supercharged/Autobiography4dr 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.
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| 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 | +6% | $3,400 | 372 |
| Range Rover | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | +4% | $4,350 | 466 |
| Range Rover LWB | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | +4% | $4,350 | 466 |
| Range Rover Sport | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | +4% | $4,350 | 469 |
| Range Rover Sport | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $5,150 | 566 |
| Range Rover FFV FFV | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $5,150 | 570 |
| Range Rover L FFV FFV | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $5,150 | 570 |
| Range Rover Sport FFV FFV | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -12% | $5,150 | 552 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Land Rover Range Rover.
Similar 2015 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Land Rover Range Rover (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2015 Porsche Cayenne | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2015 BMW X5 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2015 BMW X3 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2015 Lexus RX | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Audi Q7 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2015 Porsche Macan | 19 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
Recalls (11)
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.
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 · 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.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Aug 23, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V614000 · 10,455 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LCC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Discovery Sport manufactured September 17, 2014 through November 3, 2014 and 2014-2015 Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured July 15, 2013 through July 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles the transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral.
- Risk
- If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the automatic transmission serial number and if required, will update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge. The recall is expected to began October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P091.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly · Sep 25, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V600000 · 856 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured June 2, 2015, to June 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the second row seat back may not latch properly, especially in the center section.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, if the seat back is not properly latched, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the second row seat mechanism, replacing it as required, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P072.
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.
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs · Feb 18, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V092000 · 28 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and LR4 vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to January 23, 2015. The affected vehicles have wheel lug nuts that may crack and detach from the wheel hub stud.
- Risk
- If one or more of the wheel lug nuts crack or detach from the wheel hub, the remaining lug nuts may be unable to keep the wheel secured to the vehicle. If the wheel detaches, loss of vehicle control would result, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel nuts with new wheel nuts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P056.
Air Bags · Feb 18, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V093000 · 61,793 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to February 5, 2015, and 2014-2015 Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured June 16, 2013, to February 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a light weight adult front seat passenger may be improperly classified by the occupant classification system (OCS) and, as a result, the front seat passenger air bag may be disabled.
- Risk
- If the front passenger air bag is disabled during a vehicle crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P059.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine · Feb 6, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V069000 · 2 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling one model year 2015 Range Rover Sport vehicle manufactured November 16, 2014, and one 2015 LR4 vehicle manufactured November 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the 3.0L V6 supercharged engines may have improperly torqued connecting rod bolts. As a result, the connecting rod may separate from the crankshaft and the engine may seize.
- Risk
- If the engine seizes there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected engines, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P055.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Jan 28, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V042000 · 29,311 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured August 16, 2012, to January 8, 2014, and 2014-2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vehicles manufactured May 7, 2013, to February 12, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the brake vacuum hose may have been incorrectly routed allowing a hole to be worn ito it.
- Risk
- If a hole is worn into the brake vacuum hose, a complete loss of braking assistance could occur, lengthening the distance required to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake vacuum hose and correctly route it, as necessary, free of charge. Any brake vacuum hose that is damaged will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2015. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is P052.
Not every 2015 Land Rover Range Rover is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2015 Land Rover Range Rover buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 11 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Steering — 60 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Engine — 40 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Suspension — 35 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 63,000 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 2015 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 | 143 |
| 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 |
| 2016 Range Rover | 24 | 171.7 in | Not rated | 14 | 203 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Land Rover. How we calculate this →