Jaguar XJS MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Jaguar XJS model year from 1984 to 2003 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the XJS has been offered with 4.0L 8-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl, 6.0L 12-cyl, 5.3L 12-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2003 (up to 18 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Jaguar XJS fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 18 MPG | 4.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 18 MPG | 4.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1996 | 18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1995 | 13–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 6.0L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 13–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl, 6.0L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1993 | 15–18 MPG | 4.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1992 | 13–14 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1991 | 13–14 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1990 | 13–14 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1989 | 13 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1988 | 13 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1987 | 14 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1986 | 13 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1985 | 13 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
| 1984 | 13 MPG | 5.3L 12-cyl | — | — |
2003 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 2003 XJS was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ Sport | 4.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2002 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 2002 XJS was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ Sport | 4.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1996 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1996 XJS was EPA-rated in 1 version (4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Convertible | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
1995 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1995 XJS was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 6.0L 12-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Coupe | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| XJS V12 Coupe | 6.0L 12-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
| XJS V12 Convertible | 6.0L 12-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 11 | 15 | 13 MPG |
1994 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1994 XJS was EPA-rated in 5 versions (4.0L 6-cyl, 6.0L 12-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Coupe | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| XJS Coupe | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 13 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| XJS V12 Coupe | 6.0L 12-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
1993 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1993 XJS was EPA-rated in 4 versions (4.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Coupe | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| XJS Coupe | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 13 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 13 | 20 | 15 MPG |
1992 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1992 XJS was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Coupe | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Premium | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
1991 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1991 XJS was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Coupe | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Premium | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
1990 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1990 XJS was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Coupe | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Premium | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
1989 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1989 XJS was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJS Coupe | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
| XJS Convertible | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 11 | 15 | 13 MPG |
1988 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1988 XJS was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ-SC | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
| XJ-S | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 MPG |
1987 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1987 XJS was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 12-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ-SC | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
| XJS | 5.3L 12-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
1986 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1986 XJS 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 XJS: engines & MPG
The 1985 XJS 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 |
1984 Jaguar XJS: engines & MPG
The 1984 XJS 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 |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Jaguar XJS get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the XJS range from 13 to 18 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2003 model year.
What engines does the 2003 Jaguar XJS have?
The 2003 XJS was EPA-rated with 4.0L 8-cyl engines — see the 2003 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Jaguar XJS 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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