DecodedCars2011 Jaguar XK
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Body styles
- Coupe/Cabrio
- Engines
- 5.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 188.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,660 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 12% below the 2011 minicompact car average of 21.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2011 Jaguar XK is a minicompact car offered with a 5.0L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 188 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,660 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway), 12% worse than the 2011 minicompact car average of 21.6 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2011
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2010 XK — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2010; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2010 XK →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe/Cabrio | 188.2 in | 73.2 in | 52.4 in | 108.3 in | 61 / 63.4 in | 3,660 lb | 53/47 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XK | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -12% | $4,350 | 468 |
| XK Convertible | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -17% | $4,550 | 494 |
| XK Convertible | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -21% | $4,850 | 523 |
| XK | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -21% | $4,850 | 523 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2011 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2011 Jaguar XK.
Similar 2011 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Jaguar XK (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | 16 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (2)
Electrical System · Aug 5, 2013
NHTSA campaign 13V340000 · 1,989 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 XK convertible vehicles manufactured October 1, 2010, through August 1, 2013. The switch in the overhead roof console also activates the power operated windows when the convertible roof is opening or closing. The switch does not move downward to close the windows. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."
- Risk
- The power windows may inadvertently be activated and pinch or injure an arm or finger.
- Fix
- Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the overhead roof console, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2013. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827. Jaguar's recall number is J030.
Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 22, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V332000 · 5,048 vehicles
- Problem
- JAGUAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 JAGUAR XK AND MODEL YEAR 2010 XF V8 5.OL GASOLINE ENGINE VEHICLES. THE IN-TANK ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY ACTIVATED AS THE FUEL PUMP RELAY IS NOT ENERGIZED FOLLOWING A VEHICLE START UP CYCLE. AN INADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE COULD RESULT.
- Risk
- FUEL STARVATION TO THE ENGINE LEADS TO ENGINE STUMBLE FOLLOWED BY ENGINE CUT OUT WITH MINIMAL WARNING AND COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE A CRASH.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL DOWNLOAD REVISED SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR AT 1-800-452-4827.
Not every 2011 Jaguar XK is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2011 Jaguar XK buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Structure — 1 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 50,100 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 2011 Jaguar XK. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XK years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →