Engine Family
AJD-V6 (Lion / DT17)
The Jaguar AJD-V6 is a 2.7/3.0 V6 turbodiesel - a strong torque monster, but crankshaft and oil pump failures are well-documented. Backed by 1,680+ real UK enquiries in 2025 [JAG-VERIFIED].

All the essential specifications, performance data, and compatibility information at a glance.
Engine Family
AJD-V6 (Lion / DT17)
Fuel
Diesel
Configuration / Displacement
60° V6, 2.7L (2,720cc) / 3.0L (2,993cc)
Power Range
190–306 PS (140–225 kW)
Years Produced
2004–2020
Models Fitted (Jaguar)
6 models
Cross-Brand Fitment
Also fitted to Land Rover
Overall Engine Score
60/100
Rating:
Total Engine Score
0 / 100
Best for:
Avoid if:
Jaguar AJD-V6 (Lion / DT17) engines are fitted across 6 models from 2004–2020.
Jaguar Exclusive Engine
This is an exclusive Jaguar engine. No cross-platform sharing.

S-Type
Generation
X200Variant/Badge
2.7D V6
Years
2004–2008
XF
Generation
X250Variant/Badge
2.7D / 3.0D V6
Years
2008–2015
XF
Generation
X260Variant/Badge
3.0D V6
Years
2015–2020
XJ
Generation
X350/X358Variant/Badge
2.7D V6
Years
2005–2009
XJ
Generation
X351Variant/Badge
3.0D V6
Years
2010–2019
F-Pace
Generation
X761Variant/Badge
3.0D V6
Years
2016–2020
Other Jaguar Models
AJD-V6 (Lion / DT17) also appears in limited variants and markets.
Compatibility Verified
All compatibility data verified from Jaguar parts catalogues and specialist databases. [JAGUAR-VERIFIED]
Also powers the Land Rover Discovery 3/4, Range Rover Sport, and Range Rover L405 → [link to Land Rover 276DT/<a href='https://jaguarengines.uk/engine/306dt-306ps'>306DT</a> pages].
All prices are estimates from UK specialists [JAGUAR-QUOTE]
Fitting an AJD-V6 typically takes 12–16 hours at £65–£95/hr (independent) or £110–£160/hr (London/SE dealer) [JAG-QUOTE].
Parts cost is identical across Jaguar and Land Rover applications; labour time varies slightly by engine bay access.
USED
Supply Only
£2,800–£4,500
Fitted (Indie)
£3,500–£5,500
RECONDITIONED
Supply Only
£4,500–£6,000
Fitted (Indie)
£5,500–£7,500
REBUILT
Supply Only
£6,000–£9,500
Fitted (Indie)
£7,500–£11,000
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[JAGUAR-QUOTE]
USED
Supply Only
£2,800–£4,500
Fitted (Indie)
£3,500–£5,500
Warranty
3–6 monthsRECONDITIONED
Supply Only
£4,500–£6,000
Fitted (Indie)
£5,500–£7,500
Warranty
12 months unlimited mileageREBUILT
Supply Only
£6,000–£9,500
Fitted (Indie)
£7,500–£11,000
Warranty
12–24 monthsFitting an AJD-V6 typically takes 12–16 hours at £65–£95/hr (independent) or £110–£160/hr (London/SE dealer) [JAG-QUOTE].
Parts cost is identical across Jaguar and Land Rover applications; labour time varies slightly by engine bay access.
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