About the Range Rover 5.0 Engine

The Range Rover 5.0 engine is more than just an engine; it's the beating heart of automotive royalty. This V8 brings together British engineering and serious power in a way no other luxury SUV engine matches. A Range Rover 5.0 engine for sale means not only machinery but a refined powerplant capable of conquering muddy trails and gliding through city streets with equal authority. It growls deep when you ask for power, settles into refined idle when you don't. This is engineering designed to vanquish terrain and cocoon its occupants in sumptuous comfort , the epitome of marrying capability with class.

Engine Overview: Range Rover 5.0L AJ-V8 Gen 3 (Both NA and Supercharged Variants)

The Range Rover 5.0L is the Jaguar Land Rover AJ-V8 Gen 3 engine, representing the pinnacle of JLR's naturally aspirated and supercharged V8 development. This V8 powerhouse makes up the heart of Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models from 2010 to 2020, leaving the driver with the utmost exhilaration both off-road and on. The supercharged variant in particular lets the engine breathe fire, unleashing 510 HP and 461 lb-ft of torque (and up to 575 HP / 502 lb-ft in SVR variants) that propel even a heavy 2.5-ton SUV with authority.

This combination of muscular performance with refined character defines the AJ-V8 5.0. The engine purrs quietly at idle yet roars to life with distinctive supercharged whine when accelerated. It's engineered to overcome challenging landscapes (from rocky mountain trails to smooth highways) while maintaining the luxurious comfort expected from a Range Rover. This Range Rover 5.0 engine for sale here delivers both flexibility and power , the perfect engine for those who want their vehicle to combine capability and prestige.

Important Variant Distinction: 508PN NA vs 508PS Supercharged

The AJ-V8 5.0 was produced in two major variants. Understanding which you have or need is critical:

508PN (Naturally Aspirated)

The naturally aspirated AJ-V8 5.0:

• HP: 375 HP at 6,500 RPM
• Torque: 380 lb-ft at 3,500 RPM
• Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
• Aspiration: Naturally aspirated (no supercharger)
• Common Applications: Range Rover (non-supercharged trim), Range Rover Sport HSE, Jaguar XF 5.0 NA, Jaguar XJ 5.0 NA, Jaguar XK 5.0 NA
• Premium Fuel Required: 91 octane minimum, 93 recommended

508PS (Supercharged)

The supercharged AJ-V8 5.0:

• HP (Standard): 510 HP at 6,000-6,500 RPM
• HP (SVR / SVAutobiography): 550-575 HP depending on year
• Torque (Standard): 461 lb-ft at 2,500-5,500 RPM
• Torque (SVR): Up to 502 lb-ft
• Compression Ratio: 9.5:1 (lower than NA to accommodate boost)
• Aspiration: Eaton TVS R1900 Roots-type twin-vortex supercharger with water-to-air intercooler
• Common Applications: Range Rover Supercharged, Range Rover Sport Supercharged, Range Rover Sport SVR (2015-2020), Range Rover SVAutobiography, Jaguar XJR, Jaguar F-Type R, Jaguar XKR, Jaguar XFR-S
• Premium Fuel Required: 91 octane minimum, 93 strongly recommended

The 508PS variant produces +135 HP and +81 lb-ft over the 508PN through:

• Eaton TVS R1900 Roots-type supercharger with internal twin-vortex design for efficient boost
• Water-to-air charge cooler with separate cooling circuit
• Lower compression ratio (9.5:1 vs 11.5:1) to safely accommodate boost
• Reinforced internals: Forged crankshaft, stronger connecting rods, upgraded pistons
• Higher-capacity oil system with secondary cooler
• Revised cylinder heads optimized for forced induction

The AJ-V8 Family Heritage

The Jaguar Land Rover AJ-V8 engine family represents three generations of V8 development:

The Gen 3 5.0L represents the most significant redesign in the family's history, with completely new bore/stroke dimensions, direct injection, and the modern Eaton TVS supercharger system (replacing the older Roots blower in Gen 2 4.2).

Vehicle Applications (Range Rover Family)

Cross-Compatible Jaguar Applications (Same Engine, Different Vehicle)

The AJ-V8 5.0 is used across many Jaguar models:

While the engines are largely interchangeable between Range Rover and Jaguar applications, there can be application-specific differences in accessory drives, ECU programming, and intake/exhaust manifolds.

Key Engineering Features of the AJ-V8 5.0

• 90-Degree V8 Configuration: Standard V8 architecture for crossplane crank
• All-Aluminum Construction: Aluminum block AND aluminum cylinder heads , lighter than iron-block V8s
• DOHC with 4 Valves per Cylinder (32 Valves Total): Modern multi-valve architecture
• Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT): On intake AND exhaust camshafts for optimized performance
• Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI): High-pressure direct injection into combustion chambers
• Eaton TVS R1900 Supercharger (508PS only): Roots-type twin-vortex supercharger with internal cooling
• Water-to-Air Charge Cooler (508PS only): Dedicated cooling circuit for compressed intake charge
• Forged Crankshaft (508PS): Heavy-duty crankshaft for high-RPM and high-torque operation
• Timing Chain (Not Belt): No regular timing belt service (but chain tensioners are a known service item)
• High Compression (NA) or Forced Induction (SC): Two different power philosophies

Common AJ-V8 5.0 Service Items (Honest Disclosure)

Honest disclosure of known service items:

Service Items for Both Variants:

• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure: Most common high-mileage failure on JLR V8s. The hydraulic tensioners can fail allowing chain slack. Critical TSB issue: addressed through redesigned tensioners. Symptoms: rattling at startup, eventually constant rattle.
• Water Pump Failure: Common service item at 80,000-120,000 miles. JLR water pumps have a documented failure pattern. Often recommended to replace preventively during timing chain service.
• Thermostat Housing Failure: Plastic thermostat housing develops cracks at high mileage.
• GDI Carbon Buildup: Direct injection means no fuel washes intake valves. Carbon buildup at 60,000-80,000 miles requires walnut blasting service.
• PCV Valve Issues: Can develop high crankcase pressure leading to seal leaks.
• Oil Cooler Leaks: External oil cooler can develop leaks.

Additional Service Items for 508PS Supercharged:

• Supercharger Snout Bearing Wear: Critical service item for 508PS. The Eaton TVS supercharger has a front bearing that can fail at high mileage. Symptoms: whine that gets louder, eventually grinding.
• Supercharger Coupler Wear: Internal coupler between supercharger and engine can wear, causing knocking noise.
• Charge Cooler Pump Failure: Water-to-air cooler has a dedicated electric pump that can fail.
• Intercooler Heat Exchanger: Can develop corrosion or coolant leaks.

The AJ-V8 5.0 is generally durable when maintained per JLR specifications with addressed TSBs. Regular oil changes (every 5,000-7,500 miles), timing chain tensioner replacement at 80,000-120,000 miles, and water pump service significantly extend engine life. 200,000+ miles is achievable.

Why Choose a Used Range Rover 5.0 Engine?

• Cost savings vs reman ($8,999 used vs $14,000-$22,000 reman plus core for 508PS)
• Variant matching , we identify whether you need NA (508PN) or Supercharged (508PS)
• Direct OEM fit for Range Rover L322 / L405 and Range Rover Sport L320 / L494
• Cross-compatible with Jaguar XF / XK / F-Type / XJ applications (with variant matching)
• Heritage , one of the most respected modern V8 engines
• Strong aftermarket , parts widely available for both variants
• High output , 375 HP (NA) to 575 HP (SVR) factory ratings

Here at Vaz Auto Solutions, you'll find this Range Rover 5.0 engine for sale at the most reasonable price possible, with variant identification (508PN NA vs 508PS Supercharged), donor vehicle confirmation, supercharger inspection (508PS only), and timing chain / water pump assessment (critical JLR V8 service items).

Vehicle Compatibility

Direct Fit (Range Rover Family):

Cross-Compatible Jaguar Applications (Same Engine Family, Different Brand):

Condition and Inspection

• Variant verified (508PN NA 375 HP or 508PS Supercharged 510 HP)
• Donor vehicle confirmed (Range Rover L322 / L405, Range Rover Sport L320 / L494, or Jaguar variant)
• All 8 cylinders compression tested
• Oil pressure verified at idle and operating speed
• Timing chain condition assessed (critical JLR V8 service item)
• Timing chain tensioner function verified (known TSB issue, most common JLR V8 failure)
• Water pump condition checked (common JLR V8 service item at 80,000-120,000 miles)
• Supercharger condition assessed (508PS only) , Eaton TVS R1900 inspection
• Supercharger snout bearing checked for wear (508PS, common service item)
• Charge cooler heat exchanger inspected (508PS only)
• Charge cooler pump function verified (508PS only)
• GDI direct injection fuel injectors tested
• High-pressure fuel pump function verified
• Continuously variable valve timing function tested (intake and exhaust)
• Thermostat housing condition assessed (plastic crack-prone)
• Spark plug condition documented (8 plugs)
• Coil pack condition verified
• Oil cooler condition assessed
• Miles from donor vehicle documented where available
• Variant correctly identified (508PN NA vs 508PS Supercharged vs SVR-tuned 508PS)
• All 8 cylinders compression tested
• Supercharger condition inspected on every 508PS , including snout bearing assessment
• Timing chain tensioner function verified (most common JLR V8 service item)
• Water pump condition checked (common JLR V8 service item)
• GDI direct injection system tested
• Continuously variable valve timing verified
• Donor vehicle and mileage documented
• Cross-reference assistance across Range Rover / Range Rover Sport / Jaguar applications
• Free freight pallet delivery to all 50 states
• 15 day replacement warranty on internal defects
• Jaguar Land Rover AJ-V8 specialist support team (full 5.0 V8 family expertise)