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2016 Jaguar XF

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 XF.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2016 Jaguar XF is a mid‑size passenger car built on Jaguar’s aluminium platform and equipped with an eight‑speed automatic (S8) transmission, delivering EPA ratings of 20 mpg city, 29 mpg highway and a combined 23 mpg. Its modest fuel economy is complemented by a relatively quiet ownership record, with only five owner complaints recorded for the model year and none tied to recalls, the bulk of which centered on the engine. When placed within the broader 2009‑2023 XF reliability timeline, 2016 sits well after the peak complaint year of 2010 (106 complaints) and before the current low of 2023 (one complaint), indicating a period of steady improvement and a generally dependable generation for researchers to reference.

Model year202320222021202020192018201720162015

Quick specs

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

EPA fuel economy20/29/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter AJ812279. 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.

Tire sizeP205/55R17, P225/50R17, P225/55R17, P225/45R18, P225/40R19, P235/35R20, P245/40R18, P255/35R19, P265/30R20OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5, 7.0, 7.5, 7.5, 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, 8.5, 9.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterAJ812279 alt AJ811453
Engine air filterT4A6123 alt T4A6124
Spark plugC2Z28434
Battery429123482 alt T4A14084
Front wiper bladesT4N16682 alt T4N16683
ThermostatAJ814048
Cabin air filterT2H54544

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length194.9 in
Overall width78.3 in
Overall height57.5 in
Wheelbase116.5 in
Curb weight3887 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined20 / 29 / 23 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume95 cu ft
Cargo volume18 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.

5.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.00 sec — 2016 35t R-Sport
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
201635t R-Sport 3.0L Supercharger V65.00 sec13.60 sec340 hpRWD
201735t R-Sport 3.0L Supercharger V64.90 sec13.30 sec340 hpAWD
2017S 3.0L Supercharger V65.00 sec13.50 sec380 hpAWD
2017S 3.0L Supercharger V65.00 sec13.50 sec380 hpAWD
2017S 3.0L Supercharger V65.10 sec13.50 sec380 hpAWD
201720d R-Sport 2.0L Turbo Diesel I-48.70 sec16.60 sec180 hpAWD
201720d R-Sport 2.0L Turbo Diesel I-49.50 sec17.10 sec180 hpAWD
2018Sportbrake S 3.0L Supercharger V65.00 sec13.60 sec380 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine Rear: 340PS in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 15.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidShell L12108
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilRear: 340PS
Engine Coolant Capacity8.2 qt

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsUpper: 8.8 ft/lbs; Lower: 18.4 ft/lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts13.3
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug15.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts98.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug44.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug44.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerJaguar
Spark Plug Gap.035 - .039 in
Spark Plug Torque16/22 ft-lbs

Service checks

RPM65 @ idle rpm
Engine Compression1 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 43; Rear: 21 /; Front: 43; Rear: 21
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 85; Rear: 76 /
Minimum Pad Thickness0.080 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementMarked on disc.
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .003 Measured; Rear: .004 Measured

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 16,000 mi; spark plugs every 96,000 mi; coolant at 160,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 160,000 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 16,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exterior Lighting (inspect)
Every 32,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 48,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 96,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 144,000 miDrive Belt (replace)
At 160,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Filter (replace) · 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 2016 Jaguar XF stands out in the generation's timeline with just 5 complaints and zero recalls, a sharp decline from 19 complaints and 5 recalls in 2015, and matching the low complaint count of the 2017 model. While the 600 technical service bulletins (TSBs) indicate numerous manufacturer-acknowledged issues, these are not safety defects and the single investigation—along with a lone crash-related complaint—suggests no systemic safety crisis. The top complaint areas (engine, electrical, wheels, steering/speed control) each recorded only one report, pointing to isolated incidents rather than widespread failures. In the context of earlier years plagued by higher complaint volumes and multiple recalls, the 2016 XF represents a notable reliability improvement. This is a good year to buy, offering a mature design with minimal reported owner dissatisfaction and no recall burden.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
600
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
5
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 5 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Engine1
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1
Wheels1
Steering,Vehicle Speed Control1
Power Train1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 600 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM76412 - 10MAR262026-03-10Electrical SystemSmart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and is unable to start their vehicle.
SSM76387 - 29AUG252025-08-29Unknown Or OtherCustomer may report Body and Comfort (HMI) CAN related functions such as window switches…
TUCC_JUN2025_462025-06-13Power TrainMIL on Instrument cluster.
TUCC_MAY2025_282025-05-09Unknown Or OtherTELEMATIC TCU2 MODULES NO LONGER AVAILABLE
SSM76314 - 25APR252025-04-25Electrical SystemTelematic TCU2 Module 2015-2017MY No Longer Available

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 2016 XF have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the XF get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 29 highway / 23 combined mpg.