This is the AJ20D6, the 3.0L Ingenium inline-six turbo-diesel from Jaguar Land Rover that powers the diesel Defender, as the live page describes. It is engineered for efficiency, smooth operation, and off-road capability, mounted longitudinally with six cylinders and four valves each, high-pressure common-rail direct injection, and twin variable-geometry turbocharging for responsive power with minimal lag. A 48V mild-hybrid system assists acceleration and recovers energy, the engine pairs with an 8-speed automatic, and as a diesel it uses diesel fuel, AdBlue with SCR aftertreatment, a diesel particulate filter, and glow plugs. It makes about 296 hp and 650 Nm of low-end torque, the deep pulling power the Defender is known for.
High mileage, diesel-specific wear, and the demands of heavy-duty and off-road use are the usual reasons. A sound AJ20D6 restores the Defender's effortless low-RPM torque, towing and off-road capability, and refined, quiet cruising, with the engine inspected for compression before it ships. The mild-hybrid system works alongside the diesel rather than replacing it, so the swap is a diesel-engine job with the 48V hardware and aftertreatment accounted for.
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The AJ20D6 3.0L inline-6 diesel engine assembly as photographed; confirm the exact configuration, including mild-hybrid components, at order. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Transmission, aftertreatment components not pictured, the 48V battery unless pictured, accessories, and fluids; confirm what transfers at install. |
| Tools You Need | Standard engine-swap tools, diesel-rated oil and a new filter, and a plan for the DPF, SCR, AdBlue, and mild-hybrid hardware; this is a diesel, not a gasoline engine. |
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender, AJ20D6 3.0L inline-6 diesel (donor tagged 2020) | VIN confirmed at order |
| Year note | The new Defender launched for 2020 with this Ingenium straight-six diesel; confirm exact year and tune by VIN |
| Market note | US-market Defender diesel availability has been limited; confirm market and fitment by VIN |
| Reference Application | 2020 Land Rover Defender Engine (tune, year, market to be confirmed) |
Call (240) 301-0095 with your VIN. Because the AJ20D6 came in several tunes and US-market Defender diesel availability has been limited, we confirm your exact tune, model year, and market before the engine ships, and we are glad to talk through the ECU and mild-hybrid setup it needs.
This is a used diesel engine, inspected before shipping:
| Emission Norm | EPA Tier 3 (page also cites BS VI; confirm for your market) |
|---|---|
| Fuel System | High-pressure common-rail direct injection (diesel) |
| Hybrid System | 48V mild hybrid electric assist |
| Turbocharger | Twin variable-geometry turbos |
| Valves | DOHC | 24 (4 per cylinder) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Application | 2020 Land Rover Defender Engine (tune | year | market to be confirmed by VIN) |
| Sku | vaz731 |
| Price | $8 | 499.00 |
To file a claim, contact us within 15 days of delivery at (240) 301-0095 or support@vazautosolutions.com.
