- Newest year: 2009
- Gas
- Large cars
- Same as 2008
2004-2009 Jaguar XJR MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 18 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 2 of 10 large car configurations, MY2009. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2004-2009 Jaguar XJR at a glance
The 2004-2009 Jaguar XJR covers 6 model years in the EPA database (6 configurations in all), rated 18 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2009, costs about $4,460 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the XJR 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD (18 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2006; 2005, 2007, 2008 and 2009 repeat the values of the year before.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2004-2009 Jaguar XJR by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Gas | 18 MPG | $4,460 | Same EPA ratings as 2008 |
| 2008 | Gas | 18 MPG | $4,460 | Same EPA ratings as 2007 |
| 2007 | Gas | 18 MPG | $4,460 | Same EPA ratings as 2006 |
| 2006 | Gas | 18 MPG | $4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 18 MPG | $4,460 | Same EPA ratings as 2004 |
| 2004 | Gas | 18 MPG | $4,460 | First year |
What the 2009 XJR 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs to drive
Per month
$372
$4,460 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$7.43
Per 100 miles
$29.73
Five years
$22,300
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the large car median
$830more a year
Class median $3,630 a year, MY2009
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Jaguar XJR MPG
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2009 Jaguar XJR as for the 2008 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2008 section above.See 2008
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJR (Most efficient) | 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Jaguar XJR MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2007
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2008 Jaguar XJR as for the 2007 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2007 section above.See 2007
2007 Jaguar XJR MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2006
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2007 Jaguar XJR as for the 2006 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2006 section above.See 2006
2006 Jaguar XJR MPG
18 MPG · $4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,460.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJR (Most efficient) | 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Jaguar XJR MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2004
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2005 Jaguar XJR as for the 2004 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2004 section above.See 2004
2004 Jaguar XJR MPG
18 MPG · $4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 Litre (Most efficient) | 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the XJR 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD: $5,320 in California and $3,870 in Texas, a $1,450 difference.
- California $5,320
- Washington $5,010
- New York $4,410
- Florida $4,080
- Texas $3,870
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2009 large car models.
Generations
- 2000-2003
- 2004-2009
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2004-2009 Jaguar XJR get?
EPA rates the 2004-2009 Jaguar XJR at 18 MPG combined across 6 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2009 XJR 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD, is rated 18 MPG (15 city, 22 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2004-2009 Jaguar XJR?
Every model year of the 2004-2009 Jaguar XJR tops out at 18 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2004-2009 Jaguar XJR?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2006. In 2005, 2007, 2008 and 2009 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2004-2009 Jaguar XJR compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2003 Jaguar XJR) is rated 16 MPG combined and costs $5,020 a year to fuel; the 2004-2009 model is rated 18 MPG and costs $4,460 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Jaguar XJR per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the XJR 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs about $4,460 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $4,460 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2009 Jaguar XJR 100 miles?
About $29.73 per 100 miles for the XJR 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2009 Jaguar XJR more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The XJR 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD is rated 15 city and 22 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2009 Jaguar XJR compare with other large car configurations?
The XJR 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs about $4,460 a year to fuel, $830 more than the class median of $3,630, and less than 2 of 10 large car configurations. The comparison covers all 72 rated large car configurations for MY2009, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2009 Jaguar XJR different from the 2008 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2008 and 2009: 1 configuration rated 18 MPG combined. See the 2008 Jaguar XJR for that year.