Jaguar XJ
The 2020 Jaguar XJ presents a mixed reliability picture.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2018 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2017 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2016 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2015 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2014 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2013 | 15 | 23 | 18 | 15.68 | 10.23 | 13.07 |
| 2012 | 15 | 21 | 17 | 15.68 | 11.2 | 13.84 |
| 2011 | 15 | 21 | 17 | 15.68 | 11.2 | 13.84 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | — | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
| 2018 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
| 2017 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
| 2016 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
| 2015 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
| 2014 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
| 2013 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
| 2012 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
| 2011 | sedan | Cylinders: 8, Displacement: 5.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 8 | 5.0 | Premium |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | Series | Base price | Trim | pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | XJ Supercharged Sedan | — | — | Series: XJ Supercharged Sedan |
| 2019 | — | $85,500 | XJL/XJ 50 | Base price: $85,500, Trim: XJL/XJ 50 |
| 2018 | — | $75,400 | XJL Supercharged Sedan | Base price: $75,400, Trim: XJL Supercharged Sedan |
| 2017 | — | $95,000 | XJL Porfolio | Base price: $95,000, Trim: XJL Porfolio |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Steering location | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 119.4 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 478 | 16.9 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 124.3 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 119.4 | 19 | 19 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | autoBrake | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | Rated vehicle | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | parkAssist | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | Rated vehicle: 2019 Jaguar XJ 4 DR RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | 2019 Jaguar XJ 4 DR RWD | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2018 | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | standard | standard | optional | optional | — |
| 2017 | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | standard | — | optional | optional | standard |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | Rated vehicle: 2011 Jaguar XJ 4 DR RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2011 Jaguar XJ 4 DR RWD | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2020
NewestThe 2020 Jaguar XJ presents a mixed reliability picture.
2019
The 2019 Jaguar XJ presents a compelling luxury proposition, but its below-average reliability verdict warrants careful consideration.
2018
The 2018 Jaguar XJ presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to a documented recurring engine coolant system issue.
2017
The 2017 Jaguar XJ presents a complex ownership proposition, with a 'Below Average' reliability verdict driven by critical airbag recalls and concerning electrical system failures.
2016
The 2016 Jaguar XJ presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant safety system concerns, including airbag non-deployment.
2015
The 2015 Jaguar XJ is a luxury sedan with a potent V8 engine, but its below-average reliability and significant safety concerns, including potential for sudden acceleration and brake failure, warrant careful consideration.
2014
The 2014 Jaguar XJ presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2013
The 2013 Jaguar XJ presents a compelling luxury proposition with a V8 engine, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict and documented issues with **engine** and **power train** demand careful consideration.
2012
The 2012 Jaguar XJ is a luxurious sedan with a powerful V8 engine, but its below-average reliability verdict and significant engine complaints warrant careful consideration.
2011
The 2011 Jaguar XJ presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant concerns with its **air bag system** and frequent **engine** and **electrical system** issues.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Jaguar XJ?
Carfocal currently has 10 published XJ reports, covering 2011 through 2020. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2020 Jaguar XJ presents a mixed reliability picture.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
Is the Jaguar XJ reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Jaguar XJ. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2020 jaguar xj presents a mixed reliability picture. and the 2020 jaguar xj can represent good value if purchased at a significant discount, reflecting its luxury status and potential for higher running costs. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
10 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Jaguar XJ?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2020.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 10
- Years tracked
- 10
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints