DecodedCarsJaguar XK8
2 model years from 2005 to 2006, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2006
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Latest engines
- 4.2L 8-cyl
- Best MPG
- 19–19 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns, all years
The 2006 XK8 in brief
The 2006 Jaguar XK8 is a minicompact car offered with a 4.2L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 187 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 102-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,990 lb (2dr Convertible).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway), 2% worse than the 2006 minicompact car average of 19.4 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The Jaguar XK8 has 2 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2006.
Its most efficient year was 2006 at 19 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 19 to 19 MPG.
2006 XK8 pros & cons
Full 2006 details →What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
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Alternatives to the 2006 XK8
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 BMW M | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Lexus SC | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Audi TT Coupe | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jaguar. How we calculate this →