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2018 Jaguar

XF AWD

Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg

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

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

2017 photoMatti BlumeCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Power to weight
0.091 hp/lb

Efficiency

Smog score
7/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1 (6,000 lb or less)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
2 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Optional
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • STRUCTURE50%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL50%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 2 total.

Jaguar XF: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

548 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Mar 10, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSSM76412 - 10MAR26

    Smart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and is unable to start their vehicle.

  • Oct 14, 2025POWER TRAINJLRTB02023NAS3 RESCINDED

    MIL Illuminated.

  • Aug 29, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERSSM76387 - 29AUG25

    Customer may report Body and Comfort (HMI) CAN related functions such as window switches or air conditioning may reset or become inoperable every 8-10 minutes while driving.

  • Jun 13, 2025POWER TRAINTUCC_JUN2025_46

    MIL on Instrument cluster.

  • Apr 11, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHERTUCC_APR2025_22

    Cosmetic defect to IDMA and ICDM will also be handled via AutoFRED for specific model callouts.

  • 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.

  • and 540 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

Source: www.jaguarusa.com as of 2026-06

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.