Jaguar S-Type first generation

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The Jaguar S-Type first generation (2000–2008): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 27 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: X200

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,860–4,890 mm RDW	–	4,808–4,913 mm
Width	1,820 mm RDW	–	1,819 mm
Height	1,440–1,450 mm RDW	–	1,415–1,448 mm
Wheelbase	2,910 mm RDW	–	2,908 mm
Front track	1,534–1,537 mm ASTRA	–	–
Rear track	1,542–1,544 mm ASTRA	–	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,515–1,695 kg RDW	–	1,800 kg
Mass in running order	1,615–1,795 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,175–2,255 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,850 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	340 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,775–2,803 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	225–249 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	245–541 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/50R17, 245/40R18, 245/35R19, 245/45R17, 225/55R16, 205/60R16

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, ja), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
13 years and older	67.9% (67.4–68.4)	69.2%	34,266

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Suspension	46.3%	41.6%
Brakes	37.9%	36.4%
Tyres	28.4%	31.2%
Lights and electrics	20.6%	28.8%
Noise, emissions and leaks	17.1%	17.1%
Steering	13.6%	7.7%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

483 complaints for model years 2000–2008. 52 crashes · 9 fires · 34 injuries · 4 deaths

Transmission and drivetrain 77
Brakes 57
Suspension 54
Fuel system 53
Electrical system 43
Speed control 32

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 27 versions of the Jaguar S-Type first generation

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United Kingdom 15 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2006–20102.7 Diesel Saloon · 2.7L Diesel Saloon	2.7 L	Diesel	6-speed manual	6.8 L/100 km NEDC	179 g/km
2006–20102.7 Diesel Saloon · 2.7L Diesel Saloon	2.7 L	Diesel	6-speed automatic	7.8 L/100 km NEDC	208 g/km
2006–20103.0 Saloon · 3.0L Saloon	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	10.3 L/100 km NEDC	249 g/km
2006–20103.0 Saloon · 3.0L Saloon	3.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	10.8 L/100 km NEDC	259 g/km
2006–20104.2 Saloon · 4.2L Saloon	4.2 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	11.5 L/100 km NEDC	274 g/km
2006–20104.2 'R' Saloon · 4.2L 'R' Saloon	4.2 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	12.4 L/100 km NEDC	294 g/km
2002–20042.5 Saloon	2.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	10.3 L/100 km NEDC	249 g/km
2002–20042.5 Saloon	2.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	9.5 L/100 km NEDC	229 g/km
2002–20043.0 Saloon	3.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	10.7 L/100 km NEDC	259 g/km
2002–20043.0 Saloon	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	10.3 L/100 km NEDC	249 g/km
2002–20044.2 Saloon	4.2 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	11.5 L/100 km NEDC	274 g/km
2002–20044.2 Saloon - 'R'	4.2 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	12.5 L/100 km NEDC	314 g/km
2000–20023.0	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	11.2–11.8 L/100 km NEDC	284–285 g/km
2000–20023.0	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	11.1–11.2 L/100 km NEDC	268–270 g/km
2000–20024.0	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	12.3–12.5 L/100 km NEDC	295–299 g/km

United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2003–20082MODE CLKUP	3.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA	276–291 g/km
2003–20082MODE CLKUP	4.2 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA	291–325 g/km
2003–2005	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA	291 g/km
2001–20022MODE · 2MODE CLKUP	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
2001–2002EMS 2MODE · 2MODE CLKUP	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
20002MODE	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA	291 g/km
2000EMS 2MODE	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2003–2008Mid-size	3.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	10.5–12.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	242–285 g/km
2003–2008Mid-size	4.2 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	11.1–13.8 L/100 km 5-cycle	255–317 g/km
2003–2005Mid-size	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	12.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	288 g/km
2000–2002Mid-size	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	12.6–12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	290–292 g/km
2000–2002Mid-size	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	13.1–13.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	301–308 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.