The Jaguar S-Type does 18.8 mpg combined (15.9 city, 23.9 highway), which works out to about $2,043 a year in fuel at $3.20 a gallon and 12,000 miles. Engine choice matters more than you'd think: 3L 6-cyl does 19.1 mpg while 4L 8-cyl does 17.7 — a difference of $159 a year. Against other V6 cars it sits below the average of 19.8 mpg.
Every Jaguar S-Type engine, compared
Picking the right version of the same car often saves more fuel than picking a different car altogether. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3L 6-cyl | 16.3 / 24.4 | 2000–2008 | $2,010 | |
| 4.2L 8-cyl | 15.8 / 24.3 | 2003–2008 | $2,043 | |
| 4L 8-cyl | 15 / 21.7 | 2000–2002 | $2,169 |
What that actually costs
Miles per gallon is an abstraction; the fuel bill is not. Here it is in money, at 12,000 miles a year and $3.20 a gallon.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile | $0.170 |
| Fuel per year | $2,043 |
| Fuel over five years | $10,215 |
| Against other V6 cars | +$104 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $3,964 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The gap between city and highway figures tells you whom the car suits. A wide gap punishes stop-and-start traffic; a narrow one means the car doesn't care where you drive it.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City | 15.9 mpg | $2,415 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 23.9 mpg | $1,607 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +8 mpg (50%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the S-Type changed over the years
Combined figure by model year. Jumps usually mark a new generation or a new engine; dips often mean a heavier body or added all-wheel drive.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 16.5 / 25 | 2 | $1,969 | |
| 2007 | 16.5 / 25 | 2 | $1,969 | |
| 2006 | 16.5 / 25 | 2 | $1,969 | |
| 2005 | 16 / 24.5 | 2 | $2,021 | |
| 2004 | 16 / 24.5 | 2 | $2,021 | |
| 2003 | 15.5 / 24 | 2 | $2,076 | |
| 2002 | 15.5 / 22.5 | 2 | $2,133 | |
| 2001 | 15.5 / 22.5 | 2 | $2,133 | |
| 2000 | 15.5 / 22.5 | 2 | $2,133 |
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How we count
Fuel-economy figures come from EPA fueleconomy.gov — the same laboratory numbers printed on the window sticker. We don't adjust them; real-world consumption depends on how and where you drive.
What we add is money. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon — change either and the ranking stays, only the size of the bill moves. Cost per mile is the same figure divided out, useful when comparing a commute against a weekend car.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the Jaguar S-Type get?
18.8 mpg combined on average — 15.9 in the city and 23.9 on the highway, per EPA ratings across 2000–2008.
How much does a Jaguar S-Type cost in fuel per year?
About $2,043 at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon — roughly $10,215 over five years, or 0.170 dollars a mile.
Which S-Type engine is the most economical?
The 3L 6-cyl at 19.1 mpg, against 17.7 for the 4L 8-cyl — a difference of about $159 a year.
Is the S-Type good on fuel compared with similar cars?
Against other V6 cars it sits below the average of 19.8 mpg, computed across 6170 ratings.
Are these real-world figures?
No — they are EPA laboratory ratings, the same ones on the window sticker. Real consumption depends on driving style, terrain, load and weather, and is typically a little worse.