The 3.0-liter Land Rover 306PS or 30HD0D 3.0 Supercharged engine has been assembled since 2012 and is installed on such popular models of the company as the Range Rover Sport, Discovery and Velar. This V6 is basically a cut down AJ-V8 and is also known as the Jaguar AJ126.
AJ-V8 family: 306PS, 428PS, 448PN, 508PN, 508PS.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2012 |
| Displacement, cc | 2995 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 340 – 400 |
| Torque output, Nm | 450 – 460 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 84.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 89 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | on both shafts |
| Turbocharging | Eaton M112 |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 7.25 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Range Rover Sport 2018) — city — highway — combined |
13.4 8.4 10.5 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~280 000 |
| Weight, kg | 190 |
The engine was installed on:
- Land Rover Discovery 4 (L319) in 2013 – 2017, Discovery 5 (L462) since 2017;
- Land Rover Range Rover 5 (L460) in 2013 – 2019;
- Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2 (L494) in 2013 – 2019;
- Land Rover Range Rover Velar 1 (L560) since 2017.
Disadvantages of the Land Rover 306PS engine
- The most famous weak point of such units are timing chain tensioners;
- Quite often here the blower drive fails and needs to be replaced;
- Rarely, but sometimes there is a loss of valve seats and a blown cylinder head gasket;
- Periodic cleaning here requires fuel injectors and throttle;
- The pump and an additional cooling fan are distinguished by a modest resource.
Frequently asked questions about the Land Rover 306PS
How much power does the Land Rover 306PS make?
The Land Rover 306PS develops 340 - 400 hp and 450 - 460 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Land Rover 306PS take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 7.25 liters. Recommended oil: 0W-20.
Does the Land Rover 306PS have a timing belt or chain?
The Land Rover 306PS uses a timing chain.
Is the Land Rover 306PS turbocharged?
Yes, the Land Rover 306PS is turbocharged (Eaton M112).
Does the Land Rover 306PS need valve clearance adjustment?
Yes, there are no hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances have to be checked and adjusted periodically.
How long does the Land Rover 306PS last?
The typical lifespan of the Land Rover 306PS is ~280 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Land Rover 306PS?
Range Rover Sport 2018: city 13.4, highway 8.4, combined 10.5 L/100 km.
What cars was the Land Rover 306PS installed on?
Land Rover Discovery 4 (L319) in 2013 - 2017, Discovery 5 (L462) since 2017; Land Rover Range Rover 5 (L460) in 2013 - 2019; Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2 (L494) in 2013 - 2019; Land Rover Range Rover Velar 1 (L560) since 2017.
What are the common problems of the Land Rover 306PS?
The most famous weak point of such units are timing chain tensioners. Quite often here the blower drive fails and needs to be replaced. All known problems.
