The 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbo engine Land Rover PT153 has been produced since 2020 for the plug-in hybrid Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport P300e. It belongs to the Ingenium family and produces 160-200 hp; Jaguar uses it as the AJ20P3.
Ingenium family: 204DTA, 204DTD, PT204, 204PT, PT153, PT306, 204DTY, DT306.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2020 |
| Displacement, cc | 1498 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 160 – 200 |
| Torque output, Nm | 260 – 280 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R3 |
| Block head | aluminum 12v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 83 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 92.29 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual VCT |
| Turbocharging | Borgwarner B01G |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.9 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6d |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Range Rover Evoque P300e 2023) — city — highway — combined |
2.0 3.2 2.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 94 |
The engine was installed on:
- Land Rover Discovery Sport 1 (L550) since 2020;
- Land Rover Evoque 2 (L551) since 2020.
Disadvantages of the Land Rover PT153 engine
- The hybrid system causes a lot of trouble: forums are full of complaints about faults and fast battery discharge, while the engine itself rarely causes problems;
- VCT camshaft timing valves were replaced under warranty on some early engines;
- Outside the main markets, specialists and spare parts are scarce.
Frequently asked questions about the Land Rover PT153
How much power does the Land Rover PT153 make?
The Land Rover PT153 develops 160 - 200 hp and 260 - 280 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Land Rover PT153 take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 5.9 liters. Recommended oil: 0W-20.
Does the Land Rover PT153 have a timing belt or chain?
The Land Rover PT153 uses a timing chain.
Is the Land Rover PT153 turbocharged?
Yes, the Land Rover PT153 is turbocharged (Borgwarner B01G).
Does the Land Rover PT153 need valve clearance adjustment?
No, the Land Rover PT153 has hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances do not need to be adjusted.
How long does the Land Rover PT153 last?
The typical lifespan of the Land Rover PT153 is ~300 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Land Rover PT153?
Range Rover Evoque P300e 2023: city 2.0, highway 3.2, combined 2.1 L/100 km.
What cars was the Land Rover PT153 installed on?
Land Rover Discovery Sport 1 (L550) since 2020; Land Rover Evoque 2 (L551) since 2020.
What are the common problems of the Land Rover PT153?
The hybrid system causes a lot of trouble: forums are full of complaints about faults and fast battery discharge, while the engine itself rarely causes problems. VCT camshaft timing valves were replaced under warranty on some early engines. All known problems.
