DecodedCars2016 Jaguar XJ
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- Swb 4dr Sedan Xj/Xjr
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl
- Horsepower
- 340 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 27 hwy
- Length
- 201.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4,125 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 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 28 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Jaguar XJ is a large car offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl and 5.0L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 202 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 119-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,125 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway), 1% worse than the 2016 large car average of 21.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2016
- Lightest version 240 lb heavier
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 XJ →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Castle Bromwich, United Kingdom (Uk)
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2016 XJ configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swb 4dr Sedan Xj/Xjr | 201.6 in | 74.4 in | 57.1 in | 119.3 in | 64.2 / 63 in | 4,125 lb | 51/49 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | -1% | $3,900 | 415 |
| XJ AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -6% | $4,100 | 444 |
| XJ | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | -15% | $4,550 | 503 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Jaguar XJ.
Similar 2016 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Jaguar XJ (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2016 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 7 Series | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Audi A6 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2016 Lexus LS | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Tesla Model S | 315 mi | Not rated | 10 |
Recalls (2)
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Oct 26, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V678000 · 7,036 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Jaguar XF and F-Pace, 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ and 2018 Jaguar XE vehicles. The instrument cluster (IC) may intermittently go blank.
- Risk
- A blank instrument cluster will not show important information like vehicle speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 19, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is H056.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Dec 29, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V943000 · 16 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jaguar XJ vehicles manufactured September 12, 2016, to October 26, 2016. The affected vehicles have a front passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash of sufficient severity, the front passenger air bag may not deploy as required, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's number for this recall is J080.
Not every 2016 Jaguar XJ is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Jaguar XJ buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Wheels — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc) — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 13,000 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 2016 Jaguar XJ. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XJ years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 XJ | 21 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 XJ | 21 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 XJ | 21 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 2 |
| 2015 XJ | 21 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 7 |
| 2014 XJ | 21 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 10 |
| 2013 XJ | 21 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 7 |
| 2012 XJ | 19 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
| 2011 XJ | 19 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 13 |
| 2010 XJ | 19 | 201.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 XJ | 19 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 XJ | 19 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 XJ | 19 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →