2016 Jaguar XJ
US · Large Cars
The 2016 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI)
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 3.0 L to 5.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Aspiration | Supercharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 8 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 11, 2026.
17V678000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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.
Remedy: 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…
Reported October 26, 2017. View on NHTSA
16V943000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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.
Remedy: 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…
Reported December 29, 2016. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 6, 2026
Data verified: November 6, 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
- 2015 Jaguar XJ
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; FFV), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; FFV) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 2017 Jaguar XJ
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2016 Jaguar XJ have?
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder supercharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Jaguar XJ?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2016 Jaguar XJ front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2016 Jaguar XJ?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 11, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.