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2020 Jaguar XE

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 XE.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2020 Jaguar XE, built on Jaguar’s modular D‑Platform and powered by the brand’s inline‑four engine paired with an eight‑speed automatic (S8) transmission, delivers a balanced 25 mpg city/34 mpg highway/28 mpg combined fuel economy that stands out in its class. Its drivetrain is complemented by a refined chassis that maintains the XE’s sporty handling while offering the efficiency of its EPA‑rated figures. In the model’s four‑year complaint record (2017‑2020), 2020 registers the lowest total owner complaints at just two, with only minor issues reported in the electrical, unknown, and engine categories, and it has been subject to two recalls. This low complaint count positions the 2020 XE as the most reliable year in the early generation, indicating a comparatively robust reliability trajectory for researchers examining the model’s evolution.

Model year202120202019201820172016

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy25/34/28 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI H6; H7; H8 · H6: 760 amps; H7: 800 amps; H8: 850 amps. CCA battery, OE oil filter JDE37141. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI H6; H7; H8 · H6: 760 amps; H7: 800 amps; H8: 850 amps. CCAOEM · verified
Tire size225/45R18/XL 95HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5; Option 1, 2 & 3: Front: 7.5, Rear: 8.5; Option 4: Front: 8, Rear: 9 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterJDE37141 alt JDE37142
Engine air filterT4A6124
Spark plugJDE38685
BatteryT2H33020 alt T4A14084
Front wiper bladesT4N16682 alt T4N16683
Serpentine beltT2H59849
ThermostatJDE39956
Cabin air filterT2H54544

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length183.9 in
Overall width72.8 in
Overall height55.9 in
Wheelbase111.4 in
Curb weight3503 lb
Track (front / rear)62.2 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined25 / 34 / 28 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the XE of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.6–6.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.60 sec — 2020 P300 R-Dynamic S Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2020P300 R-Dynamic S Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-45.60 sec14.20 sec296 hpAWD
2020P300 R-Dynamic S Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-46.60 sec15.00 sec296 hpAWD
201825t R-Sport Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-46.60 sec15.00 sec247 hpAWD
201735t R-Sport Sedan 3.0L Supercharger V64.50 sec12.90 sec340 hpRWD
2017S Sedan 3.0L Supercharger V64.50 sec13.10 sec380 hpRWD
201735t R-Sport Sedan 3.0L Supercharger V64.80 sec13.40 sec340 hpAWD
201735t Premium Sedan 3.0L Supercharger V64.90 sec13.50 sec340 hpRWD
201735t R-Sport Sedan 3.0L Supercharger V65.10 sec13.50 sec340 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13.3 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.21 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46YF
Oil Capacity2.71 oz
Standard BCI Group NumberH6; H7; H8

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 43.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 21.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementMarked on Disc.
Maximum Rotor RunoutMeasure with wheel fitted. .003

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Torque — tightening sequence 1 stages
111.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 51.7 ft. lbs., Step 3: 92.211 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
127.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°27 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 8 stages

Prep Bolts 1-10: Step 1: 7.0 ft. lbs.

215.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
339.0 ft. lbs.39 ft. lbs
4loosen 180°
539.0 ft. lbs.39 ft. lbs
690°
7120°
8Bolt 1418.5 ft. lbs
99.0

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 63,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 21,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect)
Every 42,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 63,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 105,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2020 Jaguar XE sits at the end of a clear downward trend in reported issues across this generation. Complaints fell sharply from 20 in 2017 to just 2 in 2020, while Technical Service Bulletins dropped from 614 to 297 over the same period, indicating that Jaguar progressively addressed early problems. Recalls remained steady at 2 for the 2020 model year, matching the 2017 and 2019 figures, and no investigations were opened. The two complaints logged for 2020 are isolated, each involving a different combination of systems (one electrical/engine, one powertrain/electrical/brakes), with no crash or fire incidents reported. Given this consistent improvement and the lowest complaint and TSB counts in the generation, the 2020 XE represents the most refined year of this generation and is a solid used-car choice based on the federal data.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
297
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
2
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.

Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Engine1
Power Train,Electrical System,Service Brakes1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V248000Structure:BodyReported 08/04/2021

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 and 2020 Jaguar XE vehicles that received a replacement rear rail assembly as part of a service repair. Missing spot welds may weaken the… Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rail assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at…

25V017000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraReported 16/01/2025

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Jaguar XE vehicles. Due to wiring damage in the trunk, the rearview camera image may not appear on the display. Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the rearview camera wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 2, 2026. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 297 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
H504v2 - 18MAY262026-05-18Unknown Or OtherBody Control Module (BCM) does not fully meet US importation requirements. The BCM…
TUCC_JAN2026_262026-01-28Unknown Or OtherAfter vehicle off, the fan continues to run at high speeds.
SSM000017-19DEC252025-12-19EngineCoolant fan may continue running at high speed after ignition shut-off
JLRTB02023NAS3 RESCINDED2025-10-14Power TrainMIL Illuminated.
TUCC_JUN2025_462025-06-13Power TrainMIL on Instrument cluster.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2020 XE have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the XE get?

EPA figures are 25 city / 34 highway / 28 combined mpg.