- Newest year: 2005
- Gas
- Small cars
- Same as 2004
2000-2005 Jaguar XKR MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 17 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 1 of 10 small car configurations, MY2005. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2005 Jaguar XKR at a glance
The 2000-2005 Jaguar XKR covers 6 model years in the EPA database (12 configurations in all), rated 17 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2005, costs about $4,730 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Convertible 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD (17 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001 and 2003; 2002, 2004 and 2005 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.
2000-2005 Jaguar XKR by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Gas | 17 MPG | $4,730 | Same EPA ratings as 2004 |
| 2004 | Gas | 17 MPG | $4,730 | Same EPA ratings as 2003 |
| 2003 | Gas | 17 MPG | $4,730 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 17 MPG | $4,730 | Same EPA ratings as 2001 |
| 2001 | Gas | 17 MPG | $4,730 | Ratings changed |
| 2000 | Gas | 17 MPG | $4,730 | First year |
What the 2005 Convertible 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs to drive
Per month
$394
$4,730 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$7.88
Per 100 miles
$31.53
Five years
$23,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$1,080more a year
Class median $3,650 a year, MY2005
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Jaguar XKR MPG
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 XKR as for the 2004 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2004 section above.See 2004
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible (Most efficient) | 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XKR | 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Jaguar XKR MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2003
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 2004 Jaguar XKR as for the 2003 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2003 section above.See 2003
2003 Jaguar XKR MPG
17 MPG · $4,730/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,730.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible (Most efficient) | 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XKR | 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2002 Jaguar XKR MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2001
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 2002 Jaguar XKR as for the 2001 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2001 section above.See 2001
2001 Jaguar XKR MPG
17 MPG · $4,730/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,730.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible (Most efficient) | 4.0L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XKR | 4.0L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2000 Jaguar XKR MPG
17 MPG · $4,730/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convertible (Most efficient) | 4.0L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 14 | 20 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XKR | 4.0L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Convertible 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD: $5,640 in California and $4,100 in Texas, a $1,540 difference.
- California $5,640
- Washington $5,300
- New York $4,670
- Florida $4,320
- Texas $4,100
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2005 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2005 (X100)
- 2006-2009 (X150)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2005 Jaguar XKR get?
EPA rates the 2000-2005 Jaguar XKR at 17 MPG combined across 12 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2005 Convertible 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD, is rated 17 MPG (14 city, 21 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2005 Jaguar XKR?
Every model year of the 2000-2005 Jaguar XKR tops out at 17 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2005 Jaguar XKR?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001 and 2003. In 2002, 2004 and 2005 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Jaguar XKR per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Convertible 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs about $4,730 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $4,730 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2005 Jaguar XKR 100 miles?
About $31.53 per 100 miles for the Convertible 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 2005 Jaguar XKR more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Convertible 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD is rated 14 city and 21 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2005 Jaguar XKR compare with other small car configurations?
The Convertible 4.2L 8-cyl supercharged RWD costs about $4,730 a year to fuel, $1,080 more than the class median of $3,650, and less than 1 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 370 rated small car configurations for MY2005, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2005 Jaguar XKR different from the 2004 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2004 and 2005: 2 configurations rated 17 MPG combined. See the 2004 Jaguar XKR for that year.