2006 Jaguar XJ8 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2006 Jaguar XJ8 takes 5W-30 motor oil — 6.2 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 6.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.20 QTS. | — | API - SJ/EC and ILSAC GF-2. |
| L | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.20 QTS. | — | API - SJ/EC and ILSAC GF-2. |
| Super V8 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.20 QTS. | — | API - SJ/EC and ILSAC GF-2. |
| Super V8 Portfolio | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.20 QTS. | — | API - SJ/EC and ILSAC GF-2. |
| Vanden Plas | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.20 QTS. | — | API - SJ/EC and ILSAC GF-2. |
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More specs & repair guides for your XJ8
2006 Jaguar XJ8 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.6 quarts (10.03 L) — 50/50 mixture of water, JAGUAR Antifreeze/Coolant and Corrosion Inhibitor. Specification: WSS M97B44-D.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2006 Jaguar XJ8 take?
The 2006 Jaguar XJ8 takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2006 Jaguar XJ8 take?
The 2006 Jaguar XJ8 holds 6.2 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2006 Jaguar XJ8?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2006 Jaguar XJ8. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.