Jaguar XJ-Series MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Jaguar XJ-Series model year from 1984 to 2019 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the XJ-Series has been offered with 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl, 5.3L 12-cyl, 4.2L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2019 (up to 21 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Jaguar XJ-Series fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 18–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | $29,999 | 7 listings |
| 2018 | 18–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2017 | 18–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | $23,900 | 6 listings |
| 2016 | 18–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | $17,987 | 8 listings |
| 2015 | 18 MPG | 5.0L 8-cyl | $15,999 | 7 listings |
| 2014 | 18 MPG | 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 18–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 17–19 MPG | 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 17–19 MPG | 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 17–19 MPG | 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 19 MPG | 4.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1988 | 13 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1987 | 14 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1986 | 13 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1985 | 13–15 MPG | 4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1984 | 13–15 MPG | 4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
2019 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2019 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $29,999 on VehiSales (7 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2018 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2018 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2017 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2017 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $23,900 on VehiSales (6 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2016 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2016 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $17,987 on VehiSales (8 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2015 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2015 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $15,999 on VehiSales (7 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2014 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2014 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2013 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2013 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2012 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2012 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2011 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2011 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2010 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2010 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2009 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 2009 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Premium | 16 | 25 | 19 MPG |
1988 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 1988 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ-S | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
1987 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 1987 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
1986 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 1986 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
1985 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 1985 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| XJS | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
1984 Jaguar XJ-Series: engines & MPG
The 1984 XJ-Series was EPA-rated in 2 versions (4.2L 6-cyl, 5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 4.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| XJS | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Jaguar XJ-Series get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the XJ-Series range from 13 to 21 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2019 model year.
What engines does the 2019 Jaguar XJ-Series have?
The 2019 XJ-Series was EPA-rated with 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl engines — see the 2019 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Jaguar XJ-Series require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists premium gasoline and regular gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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