2015 Jaguar XF
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.

- 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
- 195.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,660–4,343 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 5 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.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 29 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 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 196 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 2015 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 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2015
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2014 XF — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 XF →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 4dr Sedan | 195.7 in | 74.4 in | 57.9 in | 114.6 in | 61.4 / 63.4 in | 3,660 lb | 53/47 |
| 3.0 AWD 4dr Sedan | 195.7 in | 74.4 in | 57.9 in | 114.6 in | 61.4 / 63.4 in | 4,145 lb | 53/47 |
| R Supercharged 4dr Sedan RWD | 195.7 in | 74.4 in | 57.9 in | 114.6 in | 61.4 / 63.4 in | 4,134 lb | 53/47 |
| R-S Supercharged 4dr Sedan RWD | 195.7 in | 74.4 in | 57.9 in | 114.6 in | 61.4 / 63.4 in | 4,343 lb | 53/47 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XF | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 30 / 23 | -11% | $3,550 | 387 |
| XF | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | -18% | $3,900 | 415 |
| XF AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 27 / 20 | -22% | $4,100 | 438 |
| XF | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | -30% | $4,550 | 500 |
| XF FFV FFV | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | -30% | $4,550 | 500 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Jaguar XF.
Similar 2015 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Jaguar XF (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2015 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2015 Audi A6 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2015 Lexus LS | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Tesla Model S | 270 mi | Not rated | 9 |
| 2015 Jaguar XJ | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (5)
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.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Apr 20, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V229000 · 5 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2009, 2011, 2012 and 2015 XF vehicles manufactured February 6, 2008 to October 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver frontal air bags may be missing a chemical enhancer required for the second stage deployment, resulting in the second stage deploying improperly in certain crashes.
- Risk
- An air bag that inflates improperly increases the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2016. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J065.
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.
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Oct 27, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V673000 · 272 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2015 F-TYPE vehicles manufactured August 25, 2014, to September 12, 2014, 2015 XF vehicles manufactured September 3, 2014, to September 12, 2014, and 2015 XJ vehicles manufactured August 21, 2014, to September 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) belt, Power Assisted Steering (PAS) pump pulley and/or battery positive cable at the alternator may detach.
- Risk
- If the battery positive cable loosens, an electrical short may result, increasing the risk of a fire. If the FEAD belt looses or detaches, the vehicle may lose power assisted steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Jaguar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the affected engine mounted components for the proper threading and torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2014. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J044.
Not every 2015 Jaguar XF is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2015 Jaguar XF buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 5 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- 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.
- Steering — 3 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 36,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2015 Jaguar XF. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XF years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 XF | 26 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 XF | 28 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 XF | 28 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 XF | 28 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 XF | 28 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 XF | 35 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 XF | 35 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 2 |
| 2017 XF | 35 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 5 |
| 2016 XF | 23 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
| 2014 XF | 23 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 7 | 10 |
| 2013 XF | 23 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 12 | 33 |
| 2012 XF | 19 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 5 | 36 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →