DecodedCars2005 Jaguar XJR
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Engines
- 4.2L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- 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 10 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Jaguar XJR is a large car offered with a 4.2L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway), 1% worse than the 2005 large car average of 18.1 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJR 4.2 Litre | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | -1% | $4,550 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Jaguar XJR under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Jaguar XJR (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Lexus LS | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 12 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Lincoln Town Car | 19 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Cadillac Funeral Coach/Hearse | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Jaguar XJR.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Jaguar XJR is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Jaguar XJR buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Engine — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 82,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Jaguar XJR. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XJR years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →