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2014 Jaguar XF

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

Jaguar XF
Pictured: 2010 Jaguar XF Premium Luxury V6 Automatic 3.0 Front. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Midsize Cars
Body styles
2.0 4dr Sedan, 3.0 AWD 4dr Sedan, R Supercharged 4dr Sedan RWD, R-S Supercharged 4dr Sedan RWD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline, FFV
MPG (best)
23 combined · 19 city / 30 hwy
Length
195.3 in
Curb weight
3,660–4,365 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
7 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
  • 7 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 28 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2014 Jaguar XF is a midsize car offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl and 5.0L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 195 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,660 lb (2.0 4dr Sedan).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (19 city / 30 highway), 11% worse than the 2014 midsize car average of 25.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 7 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the fuel/propulsion system.

What changed for 2014

  • Lightest version 243 lb lighter

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 XF →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
2.0 4dr Sedan195.3 in74.4 in57.5 in114.6 in61 / 62.6 in3,660 lb53/47
3.0 AWD 4dr Sedan195.3 in74.4 in57.5 in114.6 in61 / 62.6 in4,145 lb53/47
R Supercharged 4dr Sedan RWD195.3 in74.4 in57.5 in114.6 in61 / 62.6 in4,134 lb53/47
R-S Supercharged 4dr Sedan RWD195.3 in74.4 in57.5 in114.6 in61 / 62.6 in4,365 lb53/47

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
XF2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive19 / 30 / 23-11%$3,550387
XF FFV FFV3.0L 6-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive17 / 27 / 21-18%$3,900427
XF AWD3.0L 6-cylAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive16 / 25 / 19-26%$4,350461
XF5.0L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive15 / 23 / 18-30%$4,550500
XF FFV FFV5.0L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive15 / 23 / 18-30%$4,550500
6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
6/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $5,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25.7 MPG2014 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Jaguar XF.

Similar 2014 midsize cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 Jaguar XF (this car)23 MPGNot rated7
2014 BMW 5 Series30 MPGNot rated0
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class26 MPG★★★★★0
2014 Audi A629 MPG★★★★★4
2014 Lexus LS20 MPGNot rated1
2014 Tesla Model S265 mi★★★★★9
2014 Jaguar XJ21 MPGNot rated2

Recalls (7)

Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Jan 8, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V010000 · 16,532 vehicles

Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Unless included in "Zone A" above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2011-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Unless included in Zone A and Zone B above, Jaguar is also recalling certain 2010-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J072.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Nov 1, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V796000 · 5,081 vehicles

Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the underfloor fuel delivery lines and the under shield and body allowing the fuel lines to chafe, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasions, replacing it as necessary and install additional clips, free of charge. Parts are not yet available and second notice will be sent when parts are available. The recall is expected to begin January 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J077.
Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System · Mar 7, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V137000 · 6,938 vehicles

Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 16, 2012, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The retaining bolt for the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) idler pulley on the engine may fail resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk
A loss of power steering assist may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FEAD pulley assembly, free of charge. Owners were sent interim notifications on May 28, 2016. This recall began July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J061.
Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, And Connections · Jul 1, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V390000 · 81 vehicles

Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF (XFR-S) vehicles manufactured July 2, 2013, to April 11, 2014. A component within the Power Assist Steering system (PAS) may collapse and restrict fluid flow within the PAS hose causing a loss of power steering.
Risk
The reduction of power steering assist can increase the steering effort needed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved PAS hose, free of charge. the recall began on August 6, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J042.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Fluid · Jun 2, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V291000 · 68 vehicles

Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XF vehicles manufactured October 18, 2012, through February 25, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the right-hand rear brake pipe may wear against a bracket located on the rear sub frame. This condition may cause the brake pipe to wear through and leak brake fluid.
Risk
Leaking brake fluid can lengthen braking distance and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pipe for signs of wear, maninpulate the bracket on the rear sub frame, and inspect and replace the rear brake pipes if wear is visible, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J036.
Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 31, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V181000 · 1,589 vehicles

Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 XF 2.0L GTDi vehicles manufactured May 2013 through October 2013. The hose clamp for the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hose may be out of position and loose, allowing the hose to detach.
Risk
If the CAC hose detaches, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, steering and brake assistance may be lost further increasing the risk.
Fix
Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the CAC hose to make sure its clamp is in the correct position and tight, free of charge. The recall is scheduled to begin in late May 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J034. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13V-341.
Suspension › Rear · Mar 31, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V157000 · 297 vehicles

Problem
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 XJ, XF and XK vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the toe links, components used to control the alignment of the rear wheels, can separate from the rear sub-frame.
Risk
If a toe link separates from the rear sub-frame, a loss of vehicle stability and directional control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Jaguar notified owners on May 8, 2014, and dealers will replace the nut and washer assembly on the rear toe links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin around May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-855-524-8278. Jaguar's number for this recall is J037.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 Jaguar XF is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

10Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
2Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
40,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Fuel/Propulsion System4
Engine4
Air Bags2
Electrical System2
Steering2
Unknown Or Other1
Service Brakes1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
18/03: 118/04: 119/01: 119/07: 119/08: 120/01: 120/02: 122/01: 122/08: 122/10: 118/0319/0119/0820/0222/08max 1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2014 Jaguar XF buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 7 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Fuel/Propulsion System — 4 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
  3. Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Air Bags — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 40,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Jaguar XF. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other XF years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2024 XF26194.9 inNot rated01
2023 XF28194.9 inNot rated01
2022 XF28194.9 inNot rated12
2021 XF28194.9 inNot rated10
2020 XF28194.9 inNot rated00
2019 XF35194.9 inNot rated00
2018 XF35194.9 inNot rated32
2017 XF35194.9 inNot rated25
2016 XF23194.9 inNot rated05
2015 XF23195.7 inNot rated519
2013 XF23195.3 inNot rated1233
2012 XF19195.3 inNot rated536

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →