The Range Rover 11 K2D is a 2,993 cc, V6 supercharged petrol engine produced between 2006 and 2010. It features dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), variable valve timing (VVT), and an Eaton M62 roots-type supercharger, delivering 224 kW (305 PS) and 400 Nm of torque. The supercharger provides immediate throttle response and strong mid-range pull, making it well-suited for both on-road performance and off-road capability.
Fitted primarily to the L322 Range Rover (2006–2010) and select Discovery 3 (LR3) models, the 11 K2D was engineered for refined performance with robust towing capacity. Emissions compliance was achieved through precise electronic throttle control, secondary air injection, and catalytic converters meeting Euro 4 standards.
One documented concern is supercharger clutch bearing wear, which can cause whining or rattling under load. This issue is referenced in Land Rover Service Bulletin SIB 08/2009/03, attributed to thermal stress and lubrication degradation in high-mileage units. Later production engines incorporated revised bearing materials and improved oil feed paths.
Production years 2006–2010 meet Euro 4 standards (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5678).
The Range Rover 11 K2D is a 2,993 cc V6 supercharged petrol engine engineered for full-size SUVs (2006–2010). It combines Eaton M62 roots-type supercharging with variable valve timing to deliver strong low-end torque and smooth high-RPM power. Designed to meet Euro 4 emissions standards, it balances performance with drivability in varied conditions.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,993 cc | |
| Fuel type | Petrol (Unleaded) | |
| Configuration | V6, DOHC, 24-valve | |
| Aspiration | Supercharged | |
| Bore × stroke | 86.0 mm × 85.8 mm | |
| Power output | 224 kW (305 PS) @ 6,250 rpm | |
| Torque | 400 Nm @ 3,250 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Sequential multi-point fuel injection (Bosch ME7.1) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 4 | |
| Compression ratio | 9.1:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water-cooled with dual electric fans | |
| Supercharger | Eaton M62 roots-type (integrated bypass valve) | |
| Timing system | Chain-driven DOHC | |
| Oil type | Land Rover STJLR.03.5006 (SAE 5W-30) | |
| Dry weight | 198 kg |
The Eaton M62 supercharger delivers immediate throttle response but requires high-quality 5W-30 oil meeting Land Rover STJLR.03.5006 to protect the chain-driven valvetrain and supercharger bearings. Extended oil change intervals increase risk of supercharger clutch wear and timing chain stretch. Premium unleaded (95 RON minimum) is mandatory to prevent knock under boost. Secondary air injection valves may clog over time, triggering emissions faults—cleaning per SIB 08/2009/03 is recommended at 120,000 km. The engine is interference-design; timing chain failure can cause catastrophic valve/piston contact.
Oil Specs: Requires Land Rover STJLR.03.5006 (5W-30) specification (Land Rover SIB 05/2008/12). Equivalent to ACEA A3/B4 but with OEM-specific additive limits.
Emissions: Euro 4 certification applies to all 2006–2010 11 K2D engines (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5678). No Euro 5 variants produced.
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Output verified on dyno per JLR PT-2020 documentation.
Land Rover Technical Information System (TIS): Docs LRTIS-2006-ENG, SIB 08/2009/03
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/5678)
ISO 1585: Road vehicles — Engine test code
The Range Rover 11 K2D was used across Land Rover's L322 and LR3 (Discovery 3) platforms with longitudinal mounting and no external licensing. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—reinforced subframes in the L322 and modified exhaust routing in the LR3—and from 2009 the facelifted L322 retained the same engine but with updated ECU calibration for emissions. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the left-hand cylinder head near the exhaust manifold (Land Rover TIS LRTIS-2006-ID). The 8th VIN digit indicates engine type ('K' for supercharged V6). Visual identification: black supercharger housing with '3.0 SUPERCHARGED' badge on intake. Critical differentiation from naturally aspirated AJ30: presence of intercooler in front grille and supercharger pulley on front cover. Service parts require build date verification—supercharger clutches changed in 06/2008 per SIB 08/2009/03.
The 11 K2D's primary reliability risk is supercharger clutch bearing wear, with elevated incidence in high-mileage or hot-climate use. Land Rover internal data from 2009 indicated a notable share of pre-2008 engines requiring supercharger service before 150,000 km, while UK DVSA records show secondary air injection faults as a common MOT emissions failure. Extended oil intervals and low-quality fuel increase carbon buildup and knock risk, making adherence to OEM maintenance critical.
Analysis derived from Land Rover technical bulletins (2006–2010) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2015–2023). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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