AJ30 Jaguar AJ30

Aston Martin AJ30 - це 4.3-літровий V8 двигун, що забезпечує високу продуктивність та надійність. Відомий своєю потужністю та характерним звуком.

Brand: Jaguar Type: Petrol Configuration: V6 Production Years: 1996 - 2006 Production: Bridgend, Wales, UK
22 Brand engines
7 Modifications

Technical Specifications

Engine Displacement 3.0 L (2,995 cc)
Configuration V6
Number of Cylinders 6
Valves per Cylinder 4
Power 240 - 300 л.с.
Torque 280 - 400 Н*м
Cylinder Bore 89.00 mm
Piston Stroke 79.50 mm
Compression Ratio 10.5:1
Firing Order 1-4-2-5-3-6
Fuel System Multi-point fuel injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated
Intercooler No
Maximum RPM 6,800 rpm
Max Torque RPM 3,000 rpm
Valve Train DOHC
Timing Drive Chain
Timing Chain Replacement 250000 or as needed
Block Material Aluminum
Head Material Aluminum
Lubrication System Wet sump
Cooling System Liquid cooling

Additional Information

Engine Family AJ-V6 engine family
Manufacturing Plant Bridgend, Wales, UK
Successor AJ126

Maintenance

Engine Oil Capacity 6 L (with filter: 6.5 L)
Recommended Viscosity 5W-30
Oil Standard ACEA A3/B4
Recommended Brands Castrol, Mobil 1, Shell
Oil Change Interval 15 000 km or 12 mo
Oil Filter AJ813
Air Filter AJ814
Replace every 60 000 km
Spark Plugs Type: Platinum
Part number: AJ815
Gap: 1 mm
Quantity: 6 pcs
Replace every 60 000 km
Coolant Capacity 12 L
Coolant Type G12 (Aston Martin Coolant)
Coolant Change Interval 240 000 km
Thermostat Opening Temperature 88°C
Operating Temperature 90°C
Max Operating Temperature 110°C
Critical Temperature 120°C
Annual Maintenance Cost 1000-1500 USD

Reliability

Reliability rating: 7/10

Expected lifespan: 250 000 km

Common problems

Problem Severity Mileage Repair cost
Timing chain tensioner wear High 120000-160000 km $1500-2500
Oil leaks from valve cover gaskets Medium 100000-140000 km $500-800

Known defects

  • Early models had issues with timing chain tensioners

Warranty extensions

  • Extended warranty for timing chain issues in some markets

Tuning potential

Tuning potential: Medium | Max. safe power: 320 hp

Stage Power Torque Method Cost
Stage 1 260 hp 320 Nm ECU remap only
Reliability impact: Minimal 		$800
Stage 2 280 hp 340 Nm ECU, Exhaust System
Required: Exhaust system upgrade, ECU remap
Reliability impact: Low 		$2500
Stage 3 300 hp 360 Nm -
Required: Intake system upgrade, Exhaust system upgrade, ECU remap
Reliability impact: Medium 		$5000

Popular modifications

  • Cold air intake
  • Performance exhaust
  • ECU tuning

Tuning limitations

  • Limited by naturally aspirated design
  • Cooling system may require upgrades for high power levels

Детальні технічні характеристики

8
модифікацій
231–238
к.с.

Спільні характеристики

Back suspension Independent, spring
Boost type none
Capacity 2967 cm3
Country Great Britain
Cylinder layout V-type
Engine code AJ30
Engine type Gasoline
Front brakes ventilated disc
Front suspension Independent, spring
Fuel 95
Injection type distributed injection (multipoint)
Number of cylinders 6
Stroke cycle 79.5 mm
Timing belt DOHC
Valves per cylinder 4

Модифікації двигуна

3.0 AT AWD (231 hp)
Привід All wheel drive (AWD) КПП Automatic X-Type 1 [рест.] 2008–2009
231 hp
engine
Compression ratio 10.3
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model AJ30
Engine placement Front, transverse
Engine power 231 hp
Fuel tank capacity 61 l
Max power (kW) 170 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Maximum torque 284 N*m
Min trunk capacity 452 l
Turnover of maximum torque 3000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.5 s
Max speed 230 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 15.1 l
CO2 emissions 249 g/km
Emission standards Euro 4
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 7.8 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.5 l
transmission
Drive wheels All wheel drive (AWD)
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1537 mm
Clearance 170 mm
Curb weight 1595 kg
Front track width 1522 mm
Full weight 2080 kg
Height 1430 mm
Length 4672 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2710 mm
Width 1789 mm
suspension
Rear brakes Disc
Steering wheel position Left/Right
Wheel size 225/40 R18, 225/45 R17
other
Body type Sedan
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA63.4 5x108 mm
3.0 AT AWD (231 hp)
Привід All wheel drive (AWD) КПП Automatic X-Type 1 [рест.] 2008–2009
231 hp
engine
Compression ratio 10.3
Cylinder bore 89 mm
Engine model AJ30
Engine placement Front, transverse
Engine power 231 hp
Fuel tank capacity 61 l
Max power (kW) 170 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Max trunk capacity 1415 l
Maximum torque 284 N*m
Min trunk capacity 445 l
Turnover of maximum torque 3000 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.8 s
Max speed 227 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 15.2 l
CO2 emissions 249 g/km
Emission standards Euro 4
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 7.9 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.6 l
transmission
Drive wheels All wheel drive (AWD)
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1537 mm
Clearance 170 mm
Curb weight 1635 kg
Front track width 1522 mm
Full weight 2145 kg
Height 1430 mm
Length 4716 mm
Number of doors 5
Wheelbase 2710 mm
Width 1789 mm
suspension
Rear brakes Disc
Steering wheel position Left/Right
Wheel size 225/40 R18, 225/45 R17
other
Body type Wagon
Car class D
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA63.4 5x108 mm
3.0 AT RWD (238 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic XF X250 2007–2011
238 hp
engine
Compression ratio 10.5
Cylinder bore 89.0 mm
Engine model aj30
Engine placement Front, longitudinal
Engine power 238 hp
Fuel tank capacity 69 l
Max power (kW) 175 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Maximum torque 293 N*m
Min trunk capacity 500 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4100 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 8.3 s
Max speed 237 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 15.8 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 7.5 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.5 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 6
dimensions
Back track width 1571 mm
Clearance 130 mm
Curb weight 1679 kg
Front track width 1559 mm
Full weight 2215 kg
Height 1460 mm
Length 4961 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2909 mm
Width 2053 mm
suspension
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Steering wheel position Left
Wheel size 245/40 R19, 245/45 R18, 255/35 R20
other
Body type Sedan
Car class E
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA63.3 5x108 mm
3.0 AT RWD (238 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic S-Type 1 [рест.] 2004–2008
238 hp
engine
Compression ratio 10.5
Cylinder bore 89.0 mm
Engine model aj30
Engine placement Front, longitudinal
Engine power 238 hp
Fuel tank capacity 68 l
Max power (kW) 175 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Max trunk capacity 810 l
Maximum torque 293 N*m
Min trunk capacity 400 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4100 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.9 s
Max speed 233 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 16.3 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 7.8 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.8 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 6
dimensions
Back track width 1542 mm
Clearance 140 mm
Curb weight 1710 kg
Front track width 1534 mm
Full weight 2180 kg
Height 1447 mm
Length 4905 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2909 mm
Width 1818 mm
suspension
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Steering wheel position Left
Wheel size 225/55 R16, 235/50 R17, 245/40 R18
other
Body type Sedan
Car class F
Number of seater 4, 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA63.3 5x108 mm
3.0 MT RWD (238 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Manual S-Type 1 [рест.] 2004–2008
238 hp
engine
Compression ratio 10.5
Cylinder bore 89.0 mm
Engine model aj30
Engine placement Front, longitudinal
Engine power 238 hp
Fuel tank capacity 68 l
Max power (kW) 175 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Max trunk capacity 810 l
Maximum torque 293 N*m
Min trunk capacity 400 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4100 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.6 s
Max speed 235 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 16.5 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 8.1 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 11.2 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Manual
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1542 mm
Clearance 140 mm
Curb weight 1620 kg
Front track width 1534 mm
Full weight 2150 kg
Height 1447 mm
Length 4905 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2909 mm
Width 1818 mm
suspension
Rear brakes Disc
Steering wheel position Left
Wheel size 225/55 R16, 235/50 R17, 245/40 R18
other
Body type Sedan
Car class F
Number of seater 4, 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA63.3 5x108 mm
3.0 AT RWD (235 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic XJ X350 2003–2009
235 hp
engine
Compression ratio 10.5
Cylinder bore 89.0 mm
Engine model aj30
Engine placement Front, longitudinal
Engine power 235 hp
Fuel tank capacity 85 l
Max power (kW) 175 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Maximum torque 293 N*m
Min trunk capacity 470 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4100 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 8.1 s
Max speed 233 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 15.9 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 7.4 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.5 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 6
dimensions
Back track width 1546 mm
Clearance 130 mm
Curb weight 1539 kg
Front track width 1556 mm
Full weight 2183 kg
Height 1462 mm
Length 5091 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 3032 mm
Width 1898 mm
suspension
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Steering wheel position Left
Wheel size 235/50 R18, 235/55 R17, 255/35 R20, 255/40 R19
other
Body type Sedan
Car class F
Number of seater 4, 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA63.3 5x108 mm
3.0 AT RWD (238 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Automatic S-Type 1 1998–2004
238 hp
engine
Compression ratio 10.5
Cylinder bore 89.0 mm
Engine model aj30
Engine placement Front, longitudinal
Engine power 238 hp
Fuel tank capacity 70 l
Max power (kW) 175 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Max trunk capacity 810 l
Maximum torque 293 N*m
Min trunk capacity 400 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4100 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 8.5 s
Max speed 226 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 16.6 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 9.1 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 10.8 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Automatic
Number of gear 6
dimensions
Back track width 1544 mm
Clearance 140 mm
Curb weight 1705 kg
Front track width 1537 mm
Full weight 2175 kg
Height 1444 mm
Length 4861 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2909 mm
Width 1819 mm
suspension
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Steering wheel position Left
Wheel size 225/55 R16, 235/50 R17, 245/40 R18
other
Body type Sedan
Car class E
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA63.3 5x108 mm
3.0 MT RWD (238 hp)
Привід Rear wheel drive КПП Manual S-Type 1 1998–2004
238 hp
engine
Compression ratio 10.5
Cylinder bore 89.0 mm
Engine model aj30
Engine placement Front, longitudinal
Engine power 238 hp
Fuel tank capacity 70 l
Max power (kW) 175 kW
Max power at RPM 6800 RPM
Max trunk capacity 810 l
Maximum torque 293 N*m
Min trunk capacity 400 l
Turnover of maximum torque 4100 RPM
performance
Acceleration (0-100 km/h) 7.6 s
Max speed 235 km/h
fuel
City driving fuel consumption per 100 km 16.5 l
Highway driving fuel consumption per 100 km 8.1 l
Mixed driving fuel consumption per 100 km 11.2 l
transmission
Drive wheels Rear wheel drive
Gearbox type Manual
Number of gear 5
dimensions
Back track width 1544 mm
Clearance 140 mm
Curb weight 1673 kg
Front track width 1537 mm
Full weight 2148 kg
Height 1444 mm
Length 4861 mm
Number of doors 4
Wheelbase 2909 mm
Width 1819 mm
suspension
Rear brakes ventilated disc
Steering wheel position Left
Wheel size 225/55 R16, 235/50 R17, 245/40 R18
other
Body type Sedan
Car class E
Number of seater 5
Pitch Circle Diameter DIA63.3 5x108 mm

Cars with the AJ30 engine

This engine was fitted to 3 models

Photo Brand Model Generation Production years
No photo
 Aston Martin V8 Vantage V8 Vantage 2005 - 2007
No photo
 Aston Martin DB7 DB7 (A1) 1994 - 2003
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 Aston Martin Lagonda Lagonda (W9) 1992 - 1997

All modifications (7)

Vehicle Generation Modification Power Gearbox Drive
Aston Martin V8 Vantage V8 Vantage 4.3 V8 380 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 380 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Aston Martin V8 Vantage V8 Vantage 4.3 V8 380 л.с. 6-Автомат 2WD 380 hp 6-Автомат 2WD
Aston Martin V8 Vantage V8 Vantage 4.3 V8 380 л.с. 7-Автомат 2WD 380 hp 7-Автомат 2WD
Aston Martin DB7 DB7 (A1) 5.9 V12 420 л.с. 6-Автомат 2WD 420 hp 6-Автомат 2WD
Aston Martin Lagonda Lagonda (W9) 5.9 V8 400 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 400 hp 6-МКП 2WD
Aston Martin Lagonda Lagonda (W9) 5.9 V8 400 л.с. 4-Автомат 2WD 400 hp 4-Автомат 2WD
Aston Martin Lagonda Lagonda (W9) 6.0 V12 600 л.с. 6-МКП 2WD 600 hp 6-МКП 2WD

Interesting Facts

  • The AJ30 engine was developed in collaboration with Jaguar.
  • It was one of the first V6 engines used by Aston Martin.

Applications

Total produced: unknown

Vehicle Generation Years Power Markets
Aston Martin DB7 DB7 Vantage 1999-2003 240hp Europe, USA
Aston Martin V8 Vantage V8 Vantage 2005-2011 243hp Europe, USA

Compatible transmissions: 6-speed Manual, 5-speed Automatic

Drive types: RWD

Fuel Economy

Fuel Type Petrol 95
Octane Rating Minimum: 91 | Recommended: 95
Consumption (City) 13 L/100km
Consumption (Highway) 8.5 L/100km
Consumption (Combined) 10.5 L/100km
Real Consumption 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L
Range 667 km
Cost per 100 km 15-20 USD

Emissions Standards

Emission Standard Euro 4
CO₂ Emissions 249 g/km
Particulate Filter (DPF) Absent
AdBlue Not Required

Awards and Recognition

  • Engine of the Year (2000) — 2.5L to 3.0L

Comparison with competitors

Engine Brand Displacement Power Torque
M272 Mercedes-Benz 2,996 cc 231 hp 300 Nm
VQ35DE Nissan 3,498 cc 287 hp 371 Nm

Pros

  • Smooth power delivery
  • Good balance of performance and efficiency

Cons

  • Known timing chain issues
  • Higher maintenance costs compared to some competitors