Land Rover Engines for Sale
Used & reconditioned Land Rover engines for sale in SA — Td5, 300Tdi, 2.7 & 3.0 TDV6, SDV8 and V8. Tested units, nationwide delivery. Get a fast engine quote.
Buyer's tip: The 3.0 TDV6/SDV6 (306DT) is known for crankshaft and wet-belt oil-pump failure — always confirm the oil pump and crank have been sorted before buying. The Td5 injector harness under the injector cover chafes and shorts.
Land Rover Engines We Supply
Used & reconditioned units sourced through our SA network. Every one is quoted to order — tap Enquire and we'll confirm fitment, condition and price for your vehicle.
Popular3.0 TDV6 / SDV6 (306DT) Engine
306DT
- •2,993cc twin/single-turbo V6 diesel
- •Up to ~183kW / 600Nm
- •Chain-driven; wet-belt oil-pump drive
R80,000 – R123,000
Popular2.7 TDV6 (276DT) Engine
276DT
- •2,720cc twin-turbo V6 diesel
- •~140kW / 440Nm
- •DOHC common-rail direct injection
R49,000 – R55,500
PopularTd5 (15P) 2.5 Turbo Diesel Engine
15P
- •2,495cc inline-5 turbo diesel
- •~90kW / 300Nm
- •Electronic unit-injector (EUI)
R22,000 – R28,500
300Tdi 2.5 Turbo Diesel Engine
300Tdi
- •2,495cc inline-4 turbo diesel
- •~83kW / 265Nm
- •Direct injection, timing-belt driven
R30,000 – R55,000
2.0 Ingenium (204DT) Diesel Engine
204DT
- •1,999cc single/twin-turbo 4-cyl
- •132–177kW depending on tune
- •Aluminium block, chain-driven
R35,000 – R65,000
Freelander 2 2.0/2.2 Td4/SD4 Engine
224DT
- •2,179cc (2.2) turbo diesel
- •~110–140kW
- •Transverse-mounted, chain-driven
R19,500 – R38,500
4.4 SDV8 (448DT) Diesel Engine
448DT
- •4,367cc bi-turbo V8 diesel
- •230–250kW (313–340hp)
- •Water-cooled twin-turbo
R85,000 – R160,000
5.0 V8 Supercharged (508PS) Engine
508PS
- •4,999cc supercharged V8 petrol
- •375–423kW depending on tune
- •Roots-type supercharger (AJ133)
R90,000 – R180,000
Images are illustrative. Prices are indicative SA used/reconditioned ranges — confirmed on enquiry.
Engines Price Guide (SA)
| Model | Variant | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery 4 / RR Sport 3.0 | 306DT TDV6/SDV6 diesel | R80,000 – R123,000 |
| Discovery 3 / RR Sport 2.7 | 276DT TDV6 diesel | R49,000 – R55,500 |
| Defender / Discovery 2 Td5 | 15P 2.5 diesel | R22,000 – R28,500 |
| Defender / Discovery 1 300Tdi | 300Tdi 2.5 diesel | R30,000 – R55,000 |
| Discovery Sport / Evoque 2.0 | 204DT Ingenium diesel | R35,000 – R65,000 |
| Freelander 2 2.0/2.2 | Td4 / SD4 diesel | R19,500 – R38,500 |
| Range Rover / Sport 4.4 | 448DT SDV8 diesel | R85,000 – R160,000 |
| Range Rover / Sport 5.0 | 508PS V8 supercharged | R90,000 – R180,000 |
Indicative used/reconditioned market ranges (2026). Your quote depends on exact spec, condition and availability.
Buying an Engine in South Africa
A used or reconditioned Land Rover engine is the single biggest spare most owners will ever buy, so it pays to get it right the first time. At Legit Auto Parts we source and recondition units across the full range — the older Td5 and 300Tdi diesels, the 2.7 and 3.0 TDV6/SDV6, the 4.4 SDV8, the 5.0 V8 supercharged petrol, the 2.0 Ingenium and the Freelander Td4. Depending on the engine code and condition, prices run from roughly R19,500 for a straightforward Freelander unit up to around R180,000 for a low-mileage supercharged V8 or SDV8. We don't sell off a fixed cart — every unit is quoted on what's actually in stock, tested, and ready to courier nationwide from 2 to 3 days out.
The one to watch is the 3.0 TDV6 (306DT): the wet-belt oil-pump drive is a known weak point, and when it lets go the crankshaft and pump can take the whole engine with it. That's exactly why buying a properly reconditioned unit from a specialist beats gambling on a cheap scrapyard pull — we check the bottom end, the belt and pump drive, and compression before anything ships. On the older Td5s we also inspect the injector harness for the classic chafe against the rocker cover that throws intermittent misfires. If your original let go because of a knock-on failure, remember an engine swap is a good moment to also sort a tired reconditioned gearbox and check the matching differential while everything is out.
Fitment matters more on Land Rovers than most vehicles, so match your engine by exact model, engine code and where possible your VIN — a 2.7 TDV6 and a 3.0 TDV6 share a family but are not interchangeable, and mount, loom and ancillary differences bite hard. Send us your VIN and we'll confirm the right unit before you commit. If you're not sure what you need, get a quote and we'll talk you through it plainly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a used Land Rover engine cost in South Africa?
It depends heavily on the engine code and condition. As a guide, a used or reconditioned Freelander Td4 sits at the lower end from around R19,500, mid-range Td5, 300Tdi and 2.7/3.0 TDV6 units fall roughly in the R35,000 to R95,000 band, and the 4.4 SDV8 or 5.0 V8 supercharged petrol can reach up to about R180,000. Because condition and mileage vary, we quote every engine individually rather than list a fixed price.
What's the difference between a used and a reconditioned engine?
A used engine is a tested, cleaned unit pulled from a donor vehicle and sold as-is once it passes our checks. A reconditioned engine has been stripped further and had wear items renewed — bearings, seals, gaskets and known weak points addressed — before being rebuilt and tested. Reconditioned costs more but carries less risk, which is why we usually recommend it for the higher-stress engines like the 3.0 TDV6.
Is a 3.0 TDV6 worth buying used given the crankshaft and oil-pump failures?
Yes, provided it's been properly checked. The 306DT's wet-belt oil-pump drive is the known killer, so we inspect the belt, pump drive, crankshaft and bottom end before any 3.0 TDV6 ships. A reconditioned unit from a specialist is a far safer bet than an unchecked scrapyard pull, where you're gambling on the exact fault that scrapped the original.
How is the engine delivered and how long does it take?
We courier engines nationwide, crated and secured for the trip. Most deliveries land within 2 to 3 working days of the quote being accepted, whether you're in Cape Town, Durban, Bloemfontein or a smaller dorp. We'll give you a tracking reference once it's dispatched.
How do I make sure the engine fits my Land Rover?
Match by model, exact engine code and ideally your VIN. A 2.7 TDV6 and a 3.0 TDV6 look similar but differ in mounts, loom and ancillaries, and Td5 versus 300Tdi is a different generation entirely. Send us your VIN and registration details and we'll confirm the correct unit before anything is dispatched.
What's checked and is there a warranty?
Every engine is tested before it leaves us — compression, oil pressure, the known failure points for that engine code, and the injector harness on Td5s. Reconditioned units come with a warranty; used units carry cover appropriate to their condition. We'll spell out the exact terms in writing on your quote so there are no surprises.
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