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2009 Jaguar XK

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2009 XK.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic 6-spd

The 2009 Jaguar XK is a passenger car equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, returning EPA figures of 16 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined. Across the model's complaint history spanning 1997 through 2015, this model year stands out as the lowest on record with just 2 owner complaints — a stark drop from 2007's peak of 30 — accompanied by a single recall, with reported issues centering on the electrical system, engine, and unspecified categories. For researchers, that makes the 2009 XK a statistical bright spot in an otherwise more troubled reliability arc, suggesting a year where the platform's well-documented problem areas were comparatively subdued.

Model year201520142013201220112010200920082007

Quick specs

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

Lug nut torque95 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/25/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 93 · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter C2C41611. 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 93 · 800 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterC2C41611
Engine air filterC2P6500
Fuel filterC2P13476
Spark plugC2A1535
BatteryC2P24168
Front wiper bladesC2P1268 alt 537123485
Serpentine beltC2C37063
ThermostatAJ811788 alt AJ83525
Cabin air filterC2P2410

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length188.2 in
Overall width73.2 in
Wheelbase108.3 in
Curb weight3671 lb
Track (front / rear)61 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 25 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
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 XK of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.0–6.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.00 sec — 2013 XKR-S Convertible
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2008XKR 4.2L Supercharger V84.20 sec12.60 sec420 hpRWD
2008XKR 4.2L Supercharger V84.30 sec12.90 sec420 hpRWD
2008XKR 4.2L Supercharger V84.70 sec13.20 sec420 hpRWD
2010XKR 5.0L Supercharger V84.00 sec12.30 sec510 hpRWD
2007XKR 4.2L Supercharger V84.40 sec12.90 sec420 hpRWD
2007XKR 4.2L Supercharger V84.50 sec13.00 sec420 hpRWD
2007XKR 4.2L Supercharger V84.50 sec12.90 sec420 hpRWD
2007XKR 4.2L Supercharger V85.30 sec13.70 sec420 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine SYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 95 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-7-3-4-5-6-8.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidShell M1375.4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0-11.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilSYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.7 Pints
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts280 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs9-10 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts95 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-7-3-4-5-6-8

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.50-2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity3.75 oz
Standard BCI Group Number93
Standard BCI Cranking Performance800 cca

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH ALCON BRAKE SYSTEM / WITH STANDARD
Torque Caliper to Bracket43 ft-lbs / 21 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle85 ft-lbs / 76 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket21 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle85 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.078 in
Brake ApplicationWITH ALCON BRAKE SYSTEM / WITH STANDARD
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0003 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
18 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22 ft. lbs., Step 3: 908 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 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 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 10,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 40,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 60,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (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 Jaguar XK generation experienced a notable spike in federal complaints during its early 2006-2007 production years (26 and 30 complaints, respectively), which sharply declined by 2008 to just 5 complaints. The 2009 model year sits at the bottom of this complaint arc with only 2 complaints and 1 recall, representing a successful stabilization of the platform compared to the earlier peak. The limited 2009 complaints involve the electrical system/engine and vehicle speed control/brakes, though the data does not specify the root causes; importantly, there are zero associated crash or fire complaints. Compared to the following 2010 model year, which saw a slight uptick to 6 complaints and 2 recalls, the 2009 model remains one of the statistically quieter years in the generation's federal record. Given its low complaint volume and position at the trough of the generation's reliability arc, the 2009 Jaguar XK is a strong, statistically favorable year to purchase.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
223
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
2
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
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
Vehicle Speed Control,Service Brakes1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

09V161000Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating SystemsReported 19/05/2009

JAGUAR IS RECALLING 112 MY 2007-2009 XK VEHICLES FITTED WITH RUN FLAT TIRES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM, (TPMS)." THE… Remedy: DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE CAR CONFIGURATION FILE SETTINGS TO ENABLE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TO FLAG THE WARNING SYMBOLS AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 138 AND ASSOCIATED TEST IN THE INSTRUMENT…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 223 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM59597Attachme2021-04-14Electrical SystemAttachment.
SSM59597Attachme2021-04-14Electrical SystemAttachment.
SSM59597Attachme2021-04-14Electrical SystemAttachment.
SFCC_09AUG18_REV2018-08-20Electrical SystemA customer may report "Hood Open" message displays on IP with hood closed.
SFCC_09AUG18_REV2018-08-20EquipmentSIM card activation issues

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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Frequently asked

Does the 2009 XK have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the XK get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined mpg.