Jaguar XJ-S
The Jaguar XJ-S is a luxury grand tourer manufactured and marketed by British car manufacturer Jaguar Cars from 1975 to 1996, in coupé, fixed-profile and full convertible bodystyles. There were three distinct iterations, with a production total of 115,413 units over 20 years and seven months.
| Manufacturer | Jaguar |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1975 |
| Body type | Sedan |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Jaguar XJ-S (from registration data). 6 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.2 l/100 km | 2013–2019 |
| 4.2 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 15.7 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 4.2 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 15.7 l/100 km | 1985 |
| 4.2 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 12.4 l/100 km | 2009 |
| 5.0 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.1 l/100 km | 2010–2012 |
| 5.0 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 13.1 l/100 km | 2013–2019 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other Jaguar models
Similar Sedan models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 81% of Jaguar XJ-Ss pass their MOT test first time, based on 3,285 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Jaguar XJ-S in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Jaguar recalls.