The 3.0-liter diesel engine Land Rover 306DT and 30DDTX or Discovery 3.0 TDV6 and SDV6 has been produced since 2009 and is installed on Land Rover models, as well as Jaguar under the AJV6D index. On Peugeot-Citroen cars, this diesel power unit is known as the 3.0 HDi.
Land Rover-Ford diesel family: 224DT, 276DT, 306DT, 368DT, 448DT.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2009 |
| Displacement, cc | 2993 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 211 (one turbocharger) 245 – 306 (two turbochargers) |
| Torque output, Nm | 520 (one turbocharger) 600 – 700 (two turbochargers) |
| Cylinder block | cast iron V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 84 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 90 |
| Compression ratio | 16.1 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chains & belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | Garrett GTB1749VK Garrett GTB1749VK + GT1444Z |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.9 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Land Rover Discovery 4 TDV6 2012) — city — highway — combined |
9.8 8.1 8.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 230 |
The engine was installed on:
- Land Rover Discovery 4 (L319) in 2009 – 2017, Discovery 5 (L462) since 2017;
- Land Rover Range Rover Sport 1 (L320) in 2009 – 2013, Range Rover Sport 2 (L494) in 2013 – 2020;
- Land Rover Range Rover 4 (L405) in 2012 – 2020;
- Land Rover Range Rover Velar 1 (L560) since 2017.
Disadvantages of the Land Rover 306DT engine
- The Bosch fuel system with piezo injectors is reliable, but there are cases of replacing high-pressure fuel pumps;
- Often there is cracking of valve covers and wedge geometry of the turbine;
- And the most serious problem is a sudden wedge of the engine with a broken crankshaft;
- There are three belts in the motor and you need to strictly follow the replacement schedule every 130,000 km;
- Weak points include heat exchanger, crankshaft front oil seal, EGR valve.
Frequently asked questions about the Land Rover 306DT
How much power does the Land Rover 306DT make?
Power output of the Land Rover 306DT, hp: 211 (one turbocharger); 245 - 306 (two turbochargers). Torque, Nm: 520 (one turbocharger); 600 - 700 (two turbochargers).
How much oil does the Land Rover 306DT take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 5.9 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.
Does the Land Rover 306DT have a timing belt or chain?
Timing drive of the Land Rover 306DT: chains & belt.
Is the Land Rover 306DT turbocharged?
Yes, the Land Rover 306DT is turbocharged (Garrett GTB1749VK; Garrett GTB1749VK + GT1444Z).
Does the Land Rover 306DT need valve clearance adjustment?
No, the Land Rover 306DT has hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances do not need to be adjusted.
How long does the Land Rover 306DT last?
The typical lifespan of the Land Rover 306DT is ~350 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Land Rover 306DT?
Land Rover Discovery 4 TDV6 2012: city 9.8, highway 8.1, combined 8.8 L/100 km.
What cars was the Land Rover 306DT installed on?
Land Rover Discovery 4 (L319) in 2009 - 2017, Discovery 5 (L462) since 2017; Land Rover Range Rover Sport 1 (L320) in 2009 - 2013, Range Rover Sport 2 (L494) in 2013 - 2020; Land Rover Range Rover 4 (L405) in 2012 - 2020; Land Rover Range Rover Velar 1 (L560) since 2017.
What are the common problems of the Land Rover 306DT?
The Bosch fuel system with piezo injectors is reliable, but there are cases of replacing high-pressure fuel pumps. Often there is cracking of valve covers and wedge geometry of the turbine. All known problems.
