2016 Jaguar XJ Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Jaguar XJ oil type depends on the engine: the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.65 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (6.85 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.65 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (6.85 quarts with filter); the L Supercharged takes 0W-20 (7.65 quarts with filter); the Supercharged takes 0W-20 (7.65 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.65 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 6.85 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.65 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 6.85 quarts with filter
- L Supercharged: 0W-20, 7.65 quarts with filter
- Supercharged: 0W-20, 7.65 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng,RWD | SAE 0W-20 meeting Jaguar Land Rover Specs STJLR.51.5122 | 7.65 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng,AWD | SAE 0W-20 meeting Jaguar Land Rover Specs STJLR.51.5122 | 6.85 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng,RWD | SAE 0W-20 meeting Jaguar Land Rover Specs STJLR.51.5122 | 7.65 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng,AWD | SAE 0W-20 meeting Jaguar Land Rover Specs STJLR.51.5122 | 6.85 QTS. | — | — |
| L Supercharged — 5.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 meeting Jaguar Land Rover Specs STJLR.51.5122 | 7.65 QTS. | — | — |
| Supercharged — 5.0L Eng | SAE 0W-20 meeting Jaguar Land Rover Specs STJLR.51.5122 | 7.65 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your XJ
2016 Jaguar XJ factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
14.25 quarts (13.48 L) — 50% mixture antifreeze of water and spec WSS M97B44 (colored orange) Extended Life Coolant. Capacities listed are average system capacities and may vary.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Jaguar XJ take?
It depends on the engine: 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; L Supercharged uses 0W-20; Supercharged uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2016 Jaguar XJ take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 3.0L holds 7.65 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 6.85 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.65 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 6.85 quarts with filter; L Supercharged holds 7.65 quarts with filter; Supercharged holds 7.65 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Jaguar XJ?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Jaguar XJ. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.