This is a Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale in fairly used condition: a complete 306DT twin turbo V6 diesel, taken from a running vehicle, checked, tested and ready to ship anywhere in the world. It fits the Discovery 4, Discovery 5, Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models built with the 3.0 diesel from 2009 onward.
We match the engine number and VIN to your vehicle and send photos of the real engine before you pay. Given this engine’s history, we also check the bottom end and oil very carefully, and we tell you exactly what we found.
What Comes With This Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 Engine for Sale
A complete engine normally includes:
- Compacted graphite iron block with crankshaft, pistons and rods
- Both aluminium cylinder heads with camshafts
- Cam belt and fuel pump belt drive
- Primary and secondary turbochargers
- Common rail, piezo injectors and high pressure pump
- Intake manifold, EGR valve and EGR cooler where fitted
- Oil pan, oil cooler and front covers
- Photos, test notes and secure packing
Starters, alternators, AC compressors and wiring vary. Your quote lists exactly what is on the Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale you are buying. Long blocks are available too.
Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 Engine Specifications
| Engine code | 306DT (TDV6 and SDV6) |
| Type | 60 degree V6 twin turbo diesel, DOHC, 24 valves |
| Displacement | 2,993 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Bore x stroke | 84.0 x 90.0 mm |
| Compression | About 16.0:1 |
| Block | Compacted graphite iron |
| Turbos | Parallel sequential twin turbo |
| Fuel system | Common rail, piezo injectors, about 2,000 bar |
| Power | About 211 hp up to about 306 PS |
| Torque | About 520 to 700 Nm |
| Emissions | EGR and DPF, SCR on some later engines |
| Condition | Fairly used, tested |
For a full overview of this engine, its faults and how to look after it, read our Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 buying guide.
Vehicles This Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 Engine for Sale Fits
- Land Rover Discovery 4 (L319), 2009 to 2016
- Range Rover Sport L320 from 2010 and L494
- Range Rover L405 TDV6 and SDV6
- Land Rover Discovery 5 (L462) Td6 and Sd6
- Range Rover Velar 3.0 diesel
The older 2.7 TDV6 (276DT) is a different engine and not a straight swap. Jaguar 3.0 diesel engines share the core but use a different sump and ancillaries. Send your VIN and engine number, and we will confirm which Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale is right for your vehicle.
TDV6 and SDV6 Versions
TDV6, 211 PS. The standard Discovery 4 and early Range Rover Sport rating, about 520 Nm.
SDV6, 245 to 256 PS. The higher early rating with about 600 Nm.
Later TDV6 258 PS and SDV6 292 to 306 PS. Used in the newer Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Discovery 5.
Turbos, injectors, software, sumps and emissions parts change between versions. Your quote states exactly which one you are getting.
Condition: What Fairly Used Means
Fairly used means the engine came from a running vehicle, not from a fire or flood. It shows normal wear for its mileage, it is not rebuilt, and it is priced as a used engine. Anything we notice, such as an oil weep at the turbo return, is noted before you pay.
How We Check Each Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 Engine for Sale
- Record the engine number, version, mileage and donor vehicle where known
- Compression test on all six cylinders
- Drain and inspect the oil for metal, coolant and fuel dilution
- Check the filter and sump for bearing debris
- Check both turbos for play and oil
- Inspect belts and look for oil and coolant leaks
- Inspect block and heads for cracks or repairs
- Photograph the engine from every side
- Drain, cap and pack for transport
Known 3.0 TDV6 Weak Points
- Crankshaft and bearings. The best known fault. Usually linked to low oil pressure, fuel thinned oil from repeated DPF regenerations, and long oil change intervals. This is why we check the bottom end so carefully on every Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale.
- Turbos. Sensitive to dirty oil and poor oil feed.
- Oil leaks. Turbo oil return seal, cam covers, oil cooler and rear crank seal.
- EGR and DPF. Short trips clog both.
- Belts. Cam and fuel pump belts must be changed on time.
- Coolant pipes. Can leak with age.
Price and What Affects It
The price shown is for a complete, fairly used TDV6. The final price can change with:
- Version and power rating
- Mileage
- Complete engine or long block
- Included parts such as turbos and injectors
- Shipping method and destination
Your quote lists the engine, parts and freight separately. Our guide to replacement engine cost helps you plan, which matters here because many Discovery and Range Rover Sport swaps need the body lifted off the chassis.
Complete Engine or Long Block?
A complete engine includes the turbos, injectors, pump and intake and is quickest to fit. A long block is the core only. A long block Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale costs less and suits you if your own turbos and fuel system are healthy.
Used, Rebuilt or Remanufactured?
This listing is a fairly used engine, the quickest and cheapest option. Rebuilt engines usually get a new or reground crank, bearings and belts. Remanufactured engines cost the most. Our guide to remanufactured vs rebuilt engines explains the choice.
How to Protect Your New Engine
- Change the oil about every 10,000 km or once a year.
- Use the exact low ash oil Land Rover lists.
- Give the vehicle regular long highway runs so the DPF can clean itself.
- Deal with DPF warnings early.
- Check the oil level often. A rising level can mean fuel dilution.
- Change belts on time.
Follow these rules and a Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale from us can give years of strong, smooth driving.
Fitting Advice
- Find out what killed the old engine and fix the cause.
- Flush the oil cooler and replace turbo oil feed pipes after any bearing or turbo failure.
- Clean or replace the intercooler and pipes after a turbo failure.
- Check the DPF and EGR system.
- Fit new belts if their history is unknown.
- Prime the oil system before first start.
- Make sure the software suits the engine version.
Notes for Overlanders
Discovery 4s and Range Rover Sports are popular for long trips on rough roads. When fitting the new engine, change the air filter, check the intake for dust or water damage, and clean the radiator and intercooler. If you tow or carry heavy loads, shorten service intervals further.
Notes for Workshops and Importers
We can quote several engines together and ship them in one load. Trade buyers often pair a Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale with Land Rover Td5 engines and other 4×4 diesels. Each engine is labelled with its number and quote reference, with photos and test notes.
Why Replace Like for Like
The Discovery 4 and Range Rover Sport are built tightly around this engine. The wiring, engine computer, cooling, exhaust and aftertreatment all expect a 306DT of a particular version. Fitting anything else turns a big job into a much bigger one. If your vehicle left the factory with the 3.0 diesel, a Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale of the same version is the cleanest and usually cheapest route back on the road.
Signs a Replacement Makes Sense
Some faults are repairs: a turbo, an EGR valve, a leaking oil cooler. A replacement engine is usually the better choice when you have:
- A spun bearing or broken crankshaft.
- Metal throughout the oil system.
- A snapped belt with valve damage.
- Serious damage after a turbo failure.
- Coolant in the oil after a big overheat.
Because the body often has to come off the chassis to reach the engine, it pays to fit a good engine once. Send the symptoms and we will tell you honestly whether a Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale is the right move.
What Your Workshop Will Need
This is a job for a workshop that knows Land Rover well. Plan for fresh coolant, the correct low ash oil, new fuel filters, new belts if their history is unknown, and new seals for parts moved across. After a crank or turbo failure, the oil cooler and turbo oil lines must be flushed or replaced, or debris from the old engine can damage the new one. With that done, fitting a Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale is well within the skills of a good specialist.
Matching the Engine to Your Vehicle
Send your VIN and a photo of the engine number on the old block. From those we check the model, year, version and power rating, then confirm the Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale in writing before you pay. If we do not have a true match, we tell you and keep looking for the right Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale instead of sending something close enough.
Warranty
Every Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale ships with a written warranty, with the terms on your quote. See our used engine warranty page and refund and returns policy.
Worldwide Shipping
We ship to North, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and the Pacific, by sea or air. Each engine is drained, capped, strapped down and packed on a pallet or crate, then shipped with tracking and export paperwork. Read our shipping policy.
How to Order
- Send your VIN and engine number through the contact page, or call +1 (209) 733-0882.
- We confirm the match and send photos.
- You get a written quote with engine, parts and shipping.
- Pay by bank transfer. It is the only payment method we accept. See our billing terms.
- We ship with tracking and send the documents.
Read how to buy a used engine online for more tips.
When Your Engine Arrives
- Photograph the crate before opening.
- Match the engine number to your quote.
- Check all listed parts are there.
- Turn the engine by hand.
- Contact us within the time on your quote if anything is wrong.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a new engine?
No. It is a fairly used, tested engine from a running vehicle.
Can a 3.0 replace my 2.7 TDV6?
Not as a simple swap. Wiring, mounts, cooling and software differ.
Does this Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale include the turbos?
The complete engine does. A long block does not.
Is there a warranty on this Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale?
Yes, a written warranty with the terms on your quote.
How do I pay?
Bank transfer only.
Do you ship to my country?
Yes, worldwide by sea or air with tracking.
Get Your Quote Today
A Discovery or Range Rover on the drive with a dead engine is no use to anyone. Send your VIN and engine number and we will confirm the match, send photos and give you a clear price on a tested Land Rover 3.0 TDV6 engine for sale, delivered wherever you are.
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