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2021 Jaguar XF

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 XF.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2021 Jaguar XF is a midsize luxury sedan built on a rear-wheel-drive platform, powered by a engine requiring 7.4 quarts of 0W-20 oil and paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, achieving EPA fuel economy ratings of 25 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined. Within the model’s complaint history spanning 2009 to 2023—where the highest number of complaints occurred in 2010 (106) and the lowest in 2023 (1)—the 2021 model year sits in a period of relatively low reported issues, reflecting a trajectory of improved reliability after the early-generation peak.

Model year202320222021202020192018201720162015

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy25/33/28 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Refer to the appropriate service information for options and battery usage. 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 Refer to the appropriate service information for options and battery usage.OEM · verified
Tire size245/40R19/XL 98HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8, Optional: 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterJDE37141 alt JDE37142
Engine air filterT4A6124
Spark plugJDE38685
BatteryJ9C9741
Front wiper bladesT4N16682 alt T2H31217
ThermostatJDE39956
Cabin air filterT2H54544 alt T2H34776

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length194.9 in
Overall width74 in
Overall height57.5 in
Wheelbase116.5 in
Curb weight3715 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined25 / 33 / 28 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume97 cu ft
Cargo volume14 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 XF of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.2–6.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.20 sec — 2021 P300 R-Dynamic SE
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021P300 R-Dynamic SE 2.0L Turbo I-46.20 sec14.70 sec296 hpAWD
2021P300 R-Dynamic SE 2.0L Turbo I-46.50 sec14.90 sec296 hpAWD
2021P300 R-Dynamic SE 2.0L Turbo I-46.60 sec15.20 sec296 hpAWD
2018Sportbrake S 3.0L Supercharger V65.00 sec13.60 sec380 hpAWD
2018Sportbrake S 3.0L Supercharger V65.10 sec13.50 sec380 hpAWD
2018Sportbrake S 3.0L Supercharger V65.20 sec13.60 sec380 hpAWD
2018Sportbrake S 3.0L Supercharger V65.30 sec13.80 sec380 hpAWD
201735t R-Sport 3.0L Supercharger V64.90 sec13.30 sec340 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7.4 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Castrol BOT 750B Differential Oil in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilCastrol BOT 750B Differential Oil
Engine Coolant Capacity15.5 qt
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity7.4 qt

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsOnly use new bolts.
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13.3 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill PlugFront: 24.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain PlugFront: 24.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs

Ignition

Spark Plug ManufacturerJaguar
Spark Plug Gap0.027-0.031 in
Spark Plug Torque17.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.21 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46YF
Oil Capacity2.71 oz

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
160.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 132.0 inch lbs.60 in
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 125°14 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-107 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 120°22 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Upper and Lower Left7.4 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 21,000 mi; 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 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Universal Vehicle Operation (road test)
Every 42,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 63,000 miBrake Line (replace) · Spark 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.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
397
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V667000Seat Belts:Front:RetractorReported 26/08/2021

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-Type, 2020-2021 F-Pace, and 2021 XF vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Jaguar customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 397 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
H504v2 - 18MAY262026-05-18Unknown Or OtherBody Control Module (BCM) does not fully meet US importation requirements. The BCM…
H474 Jaguar 15MAY262026-05-15Unknown Or OtherSoftware Over The Air (SOTA) updates are failing to complete. Specifically Vehicle Domain…
H490v3 - 01MAY262026-05-01EngineArduous customer drive cycles have been found to accelerate the degradation of engine…
H474 Jaguar 17APR262026-04-17Unknown Or OtherSoftware Over The Air (SOTA) updates are failing to complete.
H474 Jaguar 20MAR262026-03-20Electrical SystemSoftware Over The Air (SOTA) updates are failing to complete

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

How much oil does the 2021 XF take?

7.4 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 XF have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the XF get?

EPA figures are 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined mpg.