2004 Jaguar XJ
US · Large Cars
The 2004 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- 4.2L 8-cylinder
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.2L 8-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 4.2 L | |
| Cylinders | 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 25 mpg (9.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 11, 2026.
09V144000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
JAGUAR IS RECALLING 14,551 MY 2004 XJ VEHICLES. A POTENTIAL CONCERN HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED WITH THE INSTALLATION OF A NOISE VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) PAD FITTED TO THE UNDER TRAY AND ITS INTERACTION WITH THE REAR UNDER FLOOR BRAKE PIPES, REAR CROSS MEMBER BRAKE PIPES, AND THEIR UNIONS. A REVIEW OF VEHICLE BUILD CONDITIONS PROVIDES EVIDENCE THAT A TOUCH CONDITION CAN EXIST BETWEEN THE UNDER…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE UNDER TRAY AT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND REMOVE AND DISCARD THE NVH PAD FITTED TO THE REAR OF THE UNDER TRAY. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR UNDER FLOOR AND REAR CROSS MEMBER BRAKE PIPES AND UNIONS FOR RED RUST.…
Reported April 30, 2009. View on NHTSA
04V136000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TRIM COMPONENTS HAVE A POOR APERTURE EDGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE PASSENGER AIR BAG APERTURE AND, WHERE NECESSARY, REMOVE ANY SHARP, SERRATED EDGES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Reported March 18, 2004. View on NHTSA
04V024000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WITH THE FORWARD DRIVE GEAR SELECTED AND THE VEHICLE STATIONARY OR IN A FORWARD MOTION, THE GEARBOX COULD POTENTIALLY SELECT REVERSE GEAR, WITHOUT INDICATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-201-818-8500.
Reported January 8, 2004. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 8, 2026
Data verified: November 8, 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
- 2003 Jaguar XJ
Gasoline
4.0L 8-cylinder · RWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 2005 Jaguar XJ
Gasoline
4.2L 8-cylinder · RWD
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2004 Jaguar XJ have?
4.2L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2004 Jaguar XJ?
Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2004 Jaguar XJ front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 2004 Jaguar XJ?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 11, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.