1998 Jaguar XJ
US · Compact Cars
The 1998 Jaguar XJ is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 4.0L 8-cylinder
- Transmission
- 5-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.0L 8-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 4.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 5 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
98V022000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE CABLE ADJUSTER BRACKET NUT ON THE OUTER SLEEVE OF THE THROTTLE CABLE CAN BECOME DISPLACED FROMTHE CABLE ABUTMENT BRACKET ON THE ENGINE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND MODIFY THE THROTTLE CABLE SYSTEM.
Reported February 12, 1998. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 10, 2026
Data verified: November 10, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1997 Jaguar XJ
Gasoline
4.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 1999 Jaguar XJ
Gasoline
4.0L 8-cylinder · RWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1998 Jaguar XJ have?
4.0L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Jaguar XJ?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1998 Jaguar XJ front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1998 Jaguar XJ?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.