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2018 Jaguar

XE AWD

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Jaguar XE: best and worst years
2018 Jaguar XE AWD (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2017 model year); you're viewing the 2018.

2017 photoVauxfordCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
250
Power to weight
0.070 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.42
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
34 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
24 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,750EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
321 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
7/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
184 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
56 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
111 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,560 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
91 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
10 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
8

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM20%
  • SEAT BELTS20%
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE10%
  • SEATS10%
  • STRUCTURE10%
  • TIRES10%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 10 total.

Jaguar XE: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

473 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Oct 14, 2025POWER TRAINJLRTB02023NAS3 RESCINDED

    MIL Illuminated.

  • Jun 13, 2025POWER TRAINTUCC_JUN2025_46

    MIL on Instrument cluster.

  • Apr 11, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTUCC_APR2025_18

    Leaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.

  • Mar 21, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERJaguar_H422_21MAR25

    Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update

  • Mar 17, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERMRC_H428_N769_MAR2025_44

    This extended warranty covers all repairs to, or replacement of the Infotainment Master Controller (IMC), for 1 year from 3rd February 2025 to 3rd February 2026 for all vehicles that have or will have an expired JLR vehicle warranty in this time period - Unlimited mileage.

  • Mar 17, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERMRC_H419_N725_MAR2025_43

    These Customer Satisfaction Programs (CSP’s) are being made available as a benefit under the Class Action settlement agreement for clients who own or lease a Settlement Class vehicle, that requires a wired software update to the Infotainment system IMC to enable future Software- Over-The-Air (SOTA) updates.

  • Mar 14, 2025SERVICE BRAKESSFCC_MAR2025_20

    There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake judder/vibration.

  • Mar 14, 2025SERVICE BRAKESSFCC_MAR2025_18

    There have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise concern.

  • and 465 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.