DecodedCars2013 Jaguar XJL
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- Xj-L 4dr Sedan Supercharged/Supersport, Xj-L Portfolio AWD 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 5.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- FFV
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 206.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4,145–4,154 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2013 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2013 Jaguar XJL is a large car offered with a 5.0L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 207 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 124-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,145 lb (Xj-L 4dr Sedan Supercharged/Supersport).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway), 6% worse than the 2013 large car average of 20.2 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xj-L 4dr Sedan Supercharged/Supersport | 206.7 in | 74.4 in | 57.1 in | 124.4 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,145 lb | 51/49 |
| Xj-L Portfolio AWD 4dr Sedan | 206.7 in | 74.4 in | 57.1 in | 124.4 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,154 lb | 51/49 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJL FFV FFV | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -6% | $4,350 | 475 |
| XJL FFV FFV | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | -11% | $4,550 | 503 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Jaguar XJL.
Similar 2013 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Jaguar XJL (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Lexus LS | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2013 Jaguar XJ | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Audi S8 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2013 Cadillac XTS | 21 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2013 Lincoln MKS | 21 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Jaguar XJL.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2013 Jaguar XJL is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2013 Jaguar XJL in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2013 Jaguar XJL buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Jaguar XJL. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XJL years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →