Is the Land Rover Range Rover Sport D350 engine reliable?

The D350 is powered by JLR's 3.0-litre Ingenium straight-six diesel - a meaningfully more robust engine than the troubled 2.0-litre diesel. However, it has known issues: front engine cover oil leaks (a known JLR warranty pattern), timing chain stretch (oil dilution from DPF regeneration is a contributing factor), DPF clogging (urban use), and EGR cooler failures. Regular maintenance (12,000-mile oil changes with 0W-30 JLR-spec oil) is essential.

What are the common problems with the Land Rover Range Rover Sport D350?

The most frequently reported issues are front engine cover oil leaks (a known warranty pattern affecting Defenders, Discoveries and Range Rovers with the Ingenium engine), timing chain stretch (accelerated by oil dilution from DPF regeneration), DPF clogging (short urban journeys), and EGR cooler failures. The 3.0-litre is less prone to these issues than the 2.0-litre, but vigilance is still required.

Is it worth replacing a Range Rover Sport D350 engine, or should I scrap the car?

Depends on vehicle value. Against a well-kept £60,000–£90,000 Range Rover Sport, a £7,000 recon is 8–12% of the car's value - definitely worth it. Against a high-mileage £35,000 example, the same recon approaches our 60% Land Rover threshold - get a scrap valuation first.

How do I find my Range Rover Sport D350 engine code?

Listed on the VIN plate and vehicle documentation. The D350 carries the engine code AJ20D6 (also referred to as DT306 in some documentation). It's a 3.0-litre straight-six twin-turbo diesel with a 48V mild-hybrid system, used in the L494 (2020–2022) and L461 (2022–present) Range Rover Sport.

Can I repair the timing chain, or does it need full engine replacement?

Yes - if caught early. A preventative timing chain and tensioner replacement costs £1,200–£2,500. Oil dilution from failed DPF regenerations is a key contributor to timing chain wear. If ignored and the chain snaps, the engine is an interference design - pistons and valves collide, resulting in catastrophic engine damage. At the first sign of cold-start rattle, book an inspection immediately. Regular oil changes using 0W-30 JLR-spec oil are the single most effective preventative measure.

Land Rover Range Rover Sport D3502020–present3.0 Ingenium Twin-Turbo Diesel MHEV

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ERA MAP

The D350 THROUGH TIME - Era Map

Four generations. Four eras. One guide to reliability, costs and what really matters.

GenerationYearsEngine CodeReliabilityRecon CostEra Note

L494 Range Rover Sport

2020–2022AJ20D6 / DT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Twin-Turbo Diesel MHEV)★★★☆☆ [NEWLY ASSIGNED - see Data Note]£5,500–£8,500 [PLACEHOLDER - confirm vs cost sheet]Proven 3.0 Ingenium diesel; front-cover oil leaks a known pattern

L461 Range Rover Sport

2022–presentAJ20D6 / DT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Twin-Turbo Diesel MHEV)★★★☆☆ [NEWLY ASSIGNED - see Data Note]£5,500–£8,500 [PLACEHOLDER - confirm vs cost sheet]Same engine hardware; modern L461 platform

Why use this era map?

This table is the single source every other section on this page matches - Sections 2, 4 and 6 reference it rather than restating conflicting figures.

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REPLACEMENT COSTS

Land Rover Range Rover Sport D350 Engine Replacement Costs

Engine TypeSupply OnlyFitted (Indie)WarrantyBest For

Used Engine£3,500–£5,500£4,800–£7,2001–6 monthsBudget priority; lower-mileage examples

Reconditioned Engine£5,500–£8,500£6,800–£10,00012–24 monthsMost owners - best cost/warranty balance

Rebuilt Engine£6,500–£9,500£7,800–£11,00012–24 monthsLong-term ownership; 3+ year horizon

Main Dealer New£10,000–£14,000+£11,500–£16,000+24–36 monthsInsurance jobs, warranty claims

Figures above reflect the AJ20D6 3.0-litre Ingenium diesel. Most Range Rover Sport engine replacements range between £4,500 and £12,000 depending on engine type and specification.

Labour estimate: Fitting a Range Rover Sport D350 engine typically takes 15–25 hours at £70–£100/hr (independent) or £120–£180/hr (London/SE dealer).

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COMMON PROBLEMS

Common Problems

1. Front Engine Cover Oil Leak

Symptoms: Oil spots on the garage floor, oil smell from the engine bay, low oil level warning, visible oil residue around the front of the engine.

Typical mileage: 15,000–30,000 miles (can occur on nearly new vehicles)

Repair cost: £800–£1,500 (front cover + crank seal replacement)【PLACEHOLDER - confirm vs cost sheet】

Replacement cost: N/A - repair only

🟠 Check - book inspection urgently

Our recommendation:

This is a known JLR warranty issue affecting Defenders, Discoveries and Range Rovers with the Ingenium diesel. The remedy involves replacing the front engine cover and front crank seal. If your D350 is exhibiting oil leaks, have it inspected promptly - while not catastrophic if caught early, ignoring it can lead to low oil levels and potential engine damage. The repair, once done in a workshop rather than on the production line, is reportedly better than when it came out of the factory.

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2. Timing Chain Stretch & Oil Dilution

Symptoms: Rattling noise on cold start, metallic ticking from the engine, engine warning light, DPF filling prematurely.

Typical mileage: 50,000–100,000 miles

Repair cost: £1,200–£2,500 (chain + tensioner replacement)【PLACEHOLDER - confirm vs cost sheet】

Replacement cost: £5,500–£9,500 (if chain skips and valves contact pistons)

🔴 Immediate - if you hear rattle, book an inspection today

Our recommendation:

Oil dilution from failed DPF regeneration is a key contributor to lubrication degradation in Ingenium engines, accelerating timing chain wear. Stretched timing chains can cause the DPF to fill prematurely, creating a cascade of failures. At the first sign of cold-start rattle, get the chain and tensioners inspected immediately. Regular oil changes using the correct 0W-30 spec oil are the single most effective preventative measure.

Read the full timing chain failure guide

3. DPF Clogging & EGR Cooler Failures

Symptoms: DPF warning light, reduced performance, increased fuel consumption, failed regeneration cycles, white smoke from exhaust.

Typical mileage: 40,000–80,000 miles (urban-driven vehicles)

Repair cost: £300–£900 (forced regeneration, DPF clean, or EGR cooler replacement)

Replacement cost: N/A - repair only

🟡 Monitor - book inspection soon

Our recommendation:

The Ingenium diesel's DPF is sensitive to short urban journeys. Cracked EGR coolers can allow coolant to enter the combustion system. If you predominantly drive in town, ensure the vehicle completes regular regeneration cycles - a motorway run at 2,000+ rpm for 20 minutes at least once a week is recommended. The 3.0-litre is less prone to these issues than the 2.0-litre, but they remain a known pattern.

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REPAIR OR REPLACE

Range Rover Sport D350 - Repair, Buy, or Replace?

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Range Rover Sport D350 - Repair, Buy, or Replace?

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Can It Be Repaired?

ProblemRepairable?Typical CostWhen It Makes SenseFront engine cover oil leak✅ Yes£800–£1,500Warranty-covered on many examples; straightforward fixTiming chain stretch✅ Yes£1,200–£2,500Preventative - catches the fault before catastrophic failureDPF clogging✅ Yes£300–£900Forced regeneration or DPF clean - less than replacementEGR cooler failure✅ Yes£600–£1,200Specialist repair availableChain snap (valve contact)❌ Usually No£5,500–£9,500Typically requires full engine replacement or complete rebuild

Buying This D350? Check These First

Buy If

Documented front engine cover inspection or replacement (warranty work completed)
Full service history with 0W-30 JLR-spec oil at 12,000-mile (or less) intervals
Evidence of DPF-friendly driving - regular motorway runs
No cold-start rattle - a quiet startup suggests healthy timing chain

Avoid If

Oil leaks with no documented front cover repair history
No proof of regular oil changes - the Ingenium diesel is unforgiving of neglect
DPF warning light with no regeneration history
Engine warning light with timing, EGR, or DPF codes and no diagnosis

Closing Verdict

The D350 is the high-output diesel in the Range Rover Sport line-up, powered by JLR's 3.0-litre Ingenium straight-six. It's a meaningfully more robust engine than the troubled 2.0-litre diesel, but it's still a modern diesel with modern diesel problems - front-cover oil leaks, timing chain vigilance, and DPF/EGR maintenance are the price of entry. Buy on documented history, not on faith. A well-maintained D350 is a £60,000–£90,000 luxury SUV; a neglected one is a £7,000 engine replacement waiting to happen.

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BUYING CHECKLIST

Buying Checklist

Before you buy a used Land Rover Range Rover Sport D350 (or before you commit to an engine replacement), check these:

Cold Start

Listen for rattling or metallic ticking on startup (timing chain wear warning)

Service History

including the D350 era and confirmed oil-change intervals using 0W-30 JLR-spec oil

Oil Leak Check

Any history of oil leaks? (front engine cover is a known weak point)

DPF Check

Check for DPF warning light or evidence of regeneration issues (urban-driven vehicles are high risk)

Smoke Check

White smoke on startup can indicate EGR coolant leak

Oil Level

Check the dipstick; any evidence of oil dilution from failed DPF regenerations?

Engine Warning Light

Have codes been read? Any unresolved timing, EGR, DPF, or injector issues?

MOT History

Check for emissions-related failures (DPF, EGR, or injector-related)

Buy smart. Drive with confidence.

A few checks today can save thousands tomorrow. Use this checklist to avoid the most common pitfalls.

Buy smart. Drive with confidence.

A few checks today can save thousands tomorrow. Use this checklist to avoid the most common pitfalls.

ENGINE CODES

Engine Codes

This table's rows match Section 1B's Era Map exactly.

AJ20D6 / DT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Twin-Turbo Diesel MHEV)

Years2020–present

Power350 PS (345 HP / 257 kW) @ 4,000 rpm · 700 Nm @ 1,500 rpm

2025 Enquiries- (pattern data)

Avg. Recon Cost£5,500–£8,500 [PLACEHOLDER - confirm vs cost sheet]

Engine CodeYearsPower2025 EnquiriesAvg. Recon Cost

AJ20D6 / DT306 (3.0L Ingenium I6 Twin-Turbo Diesel MHEV)2020–present350 PS (345 HP / 257 kW) @ 4,000 rpm · 700 Nm @ 1,500 rpm- (pattern data)£5,500–£8,500 [PLACEHOLDER - confirm vs cost sheet]

Technical Specs

AJ20D6 / DT306

Displacement2,997 cc

CylindersStraight-6, 4 valves per cylinder

Compression Ratio15.5:1

Fuel SystemDirect injection

TurbochargerTwin-turbocharged with 48V MHEV system

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MARKET INTELLIGENCE

Market Intelligence

Most Common Failure

Front engine cover oil leaks

known JLR warranty issue affecting Ingenium diesel vehicles

Average Enquiry Mileage

40,000

–70,000 miles

[PATTERN DATA]

Average Replacement Cost

£5,500

–£8,500 reconditioned, supply only

[PLACEHOLDER - confirm vs cost sheet]

Most Requested Engine Code

AJ20D6 / DT306

[PATTERN DATA]

Peak Enquiry Season

Winter

cold starts expose timing chain wear【PATTERN DATA】

Regional Demand

South East20%

South West16%

Midlands14%

PATTERN DATA

Regional Demand Breakdown

20%South East

16%South West

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