Jaguar XJ X300

The Jaguar XJ X300 (1995–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: X300 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 5,024–5,149 mm |
| Width | – | 1,799–2,074 mm |
| Height | – | 1,303–1,333 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,870–2,995 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,800–1,975 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 340–368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,633–2,888 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 80 L |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, pl), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
60 complaints for model years 1995–1997. 7 crashes · 1 fire · 6 injuries
- Speed control 23
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 9 versions of the Jaguar XJ X300
United States 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1997(FFS), 2MODE | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 307–325 g/km |
| 1996(GUZZLER) (FFS) (S-CHARGE), 2MODE CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 1995–1996(GUZZLER) (FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP · (GUZZLER) (FFS), 2MODE | 6.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA | 460 g/km |
| 1995(GUZZLER) (FFS) (S-CHARGE), 2MODE 2LKUP | 5.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997Mid-size | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 311 g/km |
| 1995–1997Compact | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.3–16.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 306–373 g/km |
| 1995–1996Compact · Mid-size | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 304 g/km |
| 1996Mid-size | 6.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 19.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 444 g/km |
| 1995Compact | 6.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 18.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 435 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





