Jaguar XJS second generation
The Jaguar XJS second generation (1982–1991): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States.
Model codes: XJ27 · Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,869 mm |
| Width | – | 1,793 mm |
| Height | – | 1,214 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,591 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 311–453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 1,416–2,180 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
55 complaints for model years 1982–1991. 2 crashes · 11 fires · 2 injuries
- Fuel system 26
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 3 versions of the Jaguar XJS second generation
United States 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987–1992(GUZZLER) (FFS) | 5.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 394–425 g/km |
| 1985–1986(GUZZLER) · (GUZZLER) (FFS) | 5.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
| 1984(GUZZLER) | 5.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | – | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 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.