The Land Rover 204DTA is a 1,999 cc, inline-four turbo-diesel engine produced between 2016 and 2020. It is part of the first-generation Ingenium engine family, developed to replace older Ford-derived diesel units across Land Rover and Jaguar vehicles. Featuring high-pressure common-rail direct injection, variable geometry turbocharging (VGT), and dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), it delivers 100–132 kW (136–180 PS) and 300–430 Nm of torque, with strong low-end responsiveness for urban and light off-road use.
Fitted to models including the Range Rover Evoque (L538), Discovery Sport (L550), and early Velar prototypes, the 204DTA was engineered for transverse mounting in compact SUV platforms. Emissions compliance was achieved through integrated exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), a diesel particulate filter (DPF), and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) with AdBlue injection, enabling Euro 6 compliance across its production run.
One documented concern is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) wear under sustained high-load conditions, particularly in mixed urban/highway driving. This issue, referenced in Land Rover Technical Service Bulletin TSB 015/18, is linked to fuel quality sensitivity and inadequate lubrication in early production batches. From 2018, revised HPFP internals and updated fuel calibration were implemented to improve durability.
Production years 2016–2020 meet Euro 6 standards (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5679).
The Land Rover 204DTA is a 1,999 cc inline-four turbo-diesel engineered for compact SUVs (2016–2020). It combines common-rail direct injection with a variable geometry turbocharger to deliver responsive low-end torque and improved fuel economy. Designed to meet Euro 6 emissions standards, it integrates SCR-AdBlue technology for NOx reduction while maintaining off-road capability.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,999 cc | |
| Fuel type | Diesel | |
| Configuration | Inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged (VGT) | |
| Bore × stroke | 82.0 mm × 94.6 mm | |
| Power output | 100–132 kW (136–180 PS) | |
| Torque | 300–430 Nm @ 1,500–2,500 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch CP4 high-pressure common-rail (up to 2,000 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6 | |
| Compression ratio | 15.5:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water-cooled | |
| Turbocharger | Single variable-geometry turbo (Honeywell) | |
| Timing system | Dual chain (wet, front-mounted) | |
| Oil type | Jaguar Land Rover STJLR.51.5004 (SAE 5W-30) | |
| Dry weight | 142 kg |
The 204DTA provides strong low-RPM torque ideal for urban driving and light towing but requires strict adherence to 16,000 km oil change intervals using approved 5W-30 STJLR.51.5004 oil to prevent HPFP and turbo wear. The Bosch CP4 fuel pump is highly sensitive to fuel quality; ultra-low-sulfur diesel (EN 590) is mandatory to avoid premature failure. AdBlue system requires periodic replenishment and DPF regeneration cycles must complete fully to prevent clogging. Post-2018 models feature revised HPFP components; pre-2018 units should be monitored for fuel pressure faults. EGR cooler integrity should be verified during service to avoid coolant contamination.
Oil Specs: Requires Jaguar Land Rover STJLR.51.5004 (5W-30) specification (Land Rover SIB 015/18). Supersedes ACEA C2.
Emissions: Euro 6 certification applies to all 2016–2020 models (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5679).
Power Ratings: Measured under SAE J1349 standards. 132 kW output requires EU5+ fuel quality (Land Rover TDS Doc. ING-204DTA-006).
Land Rover Technical Data System (TDS): Docs ING-204DTA-001 to -006, SIB 015/18
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/5679)
SAE International: J1349 Engine Power Certification Standards
The Land Rover 204DTA was used across Land Rover's Evoque/Discovery Sport platforms with transverse mounting and shared with Jaguar for compact sedan applications. This engine received platform-specific adaptations-shorter intake manifolds in the Evoque and revised torque delivery in the Discovery Sport-and from 2018 the facelifted Discovery Sport L462 adopted the 204DTA with updated fuel mapping, creating interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped horizontally on the front timing cover near the alternator (Land Rover TDS ING-204DTA-005). The 8th VIN digit indicates engine variant ('D' for 2.0L Ingenium diesel). Pre-2018 models have silver valve covers; post-2018 units use black. Critical differentiation from 204D3: 204DTA uses Bosch CP4 fuel pump with square diagnostic connector, while 204D3 uses CP3 with round port. Service parts require build date verification - HPFP kits for pre-2018 engines are incompatible with later revisions (Land Rover SIB 015/18).
The 204DTA's primary reliability risk is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) wear on early builds, with elevated incidence in mixed urban/highway use. Internal Land Rover quality reports from 2019 noted a significant share of pre-2018 engines requiring HPFP replacement before 120,000 km, while UK DVSA records show increased AdBlue-related faults in stop-start traffic. Short journeys and low-quality fuel increase pump and SCR stress, making fuel quality and service adherence critical.
Analysis derived from Land Rover technical bulletins (2016-2020) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2018-2023). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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