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2013 Jaguar XF

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 XF.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2013 Jaguar XF is a passenger car. Its engine requires 5.7 quarts of 5W‑30 API oil, a specification that stands out for the model. The vehicle records 34 owner complaints and 12 recalls, placing it far below the 106 complaints recorded in 2010 but near the recent low of one complaint in 2023, indicating a marked improvement in reliability.

Model year202320222021202020192018201720162013

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.7 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque95 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter C2Z32125. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 49 · 800 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnDIOEM · verified
Tire sizeP245-45R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterC2Z32125 alt AJ812279
Engine air filterC2Z15037 alt AJ82766
Spark plugC2Z28434 alt C2P23089
Battery429123482 alt JDE28694
Front wiper bladesC2D60832
ThermostatAJ813073 alt JDE28115
Cabin air filterC2Z6525

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length195.3 in
Overall width71.7 in
Overall height57.5 in
Wheelbase114.6 in
Curb weight3902 lb
Track (front / rear)61 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the XF of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.2–6.8 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.20 sec — 2013 3.0 Supercharged
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20133.0 Supercharged 3.0L Supercharger V66.20 sec14.60 sec340 hpAWD
20132.0T Premium 2.0L Turbo I-46.80 sec15.10 sec240 hpRWD
2014XFR-S 5.0L Supercharger V83.70 sec12.10 sec550 hpRWD
2014XFR-S 5.0L Supercharger V83.90 sec12.30 sec550 hpRWD
2014XFR-S 5.0L Supercharger V84.30 sec12.50 sec550 hpRWD
20153.0 Portfolio 3.0L Supercharger5.30 sec13.90 sec340 hpAWD
2010Supercharged 5.0L Supercharger V84.30 sec12.70 sec470 hpRWD
2010XFR 5.0L Supercharger V84.30 sec12.60 sec510 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.7 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, USE CASTROL SAF-X0 OR EQUIVALENT in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 95 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0-22.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidShell M1375.4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0-11.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilUSE CASTROL BOT 720 OR EQUIVALENT
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.7 Pints
Differential Gear OilUSE CASTROL SAF-X0 OR EQUIVALENT
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.7 qt
Differential Gear OilUSE CASTROL SAF-X0 OR EQUIVALENT

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts60 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13.3 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsUpper: 8.8 ft-lbs; Lower: 18.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts13.3 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts18.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts13.3 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0-22.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs7.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts95 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug44.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug44.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub221 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.65 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance800 cca
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance800 cca

Service checks

Thermostat Opening Temperature190-194 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)65.0-91.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)65.0-91.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)65.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)65.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)65.0 Low pressure side. psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)65.0 Low pressure side. psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket43 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle85 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationHIGH PERFORMANCE BRAKES / STANDARD BRAKES
Torque Caliper to Bracket21 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle76 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.078 in
Brake ApplicationHIGH PERFORMANCE BRAKES / STANDARD BRAKES
Rotor Runout Limit0.004 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
117 ft. lbs. Step 2: 31 ft. lbs., Step 3: 10517 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
174 ft. lbs. step 2: 9074 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148 ft. lbs., step 2: 180148 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1148 ft. lbs., step 2: 180148 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Coat bolts with engine oil. Do not reuse bolts more than twice. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

15.17 ft. lbs.5.17 ft. lbs
211.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
341.0 ft. lbs.41 ft. lbs
490 degrees90 degrees
590 degrees90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 16,000 mi; spark plugs every 96,000 mi; coolant every 16,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 16,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 16,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 32,000 miBattery (inspect electrolyte level) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Temperature Controlled Seat Air Filter (replace)
Every 48,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 96,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 144,000 miDrive Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2013 Jaguar XF sits at the apex of a declining complaint trend that began in 2009, with complaints falling from 90 in 2009 to 34 in 2013 before dropping to single digits in subsequent years. However, recalls peaked in 2013 at 12, the highest in the decade, indicating that while owners reported fewer issues, the manufacturer had identified more safety‑related defects that year. Investigations remained low throughout, with only one each year from 2010 onward. In 2013, the top complaint categories were “Unknown Or Other” (5), “Air Bags” (4), “Engine” (3), and “Fuel/Propulsion System” (3), and the vehicle experienced 3 crash complaints and 1 fire complaint. Compared to the surrounding years, 2013’s higher recall count suggests more unresolved safety concerns, but the low complaint volume implies owners generally experienced few problems. Thus, while a 2013 model may still be viable, a later year with fewer recalls would be a safer purchase.

12
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
650
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
34
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’21’22’23

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 34 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other5
Air Bags4
Engine3
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Power Train,Engine2
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Electrical System,Exterior Lighting,Visibility/Wiper1
Steering,Service Brakes,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 12 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

16V796000Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And FittingsReported 01/11/2016

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The affected vehicles may have… Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasions, replacing it as necessary and install additional clips, free of charge. Parts are not yet…

16V137000Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist SystemReported 07/03/2016

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Jaguar) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Jaguar XF vehicles manufactured May 16, 2012, to June 15, 2015 and equipped with 2.0L GTDi engines. The retaining bolt for the… Remedy: Jaguar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FEAD pulley assembly, free of charge. Owners were sent interim notifications on May 28, 2016. This recall began July 1…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 650 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM76412 - 10MAR262026-03-10Electrical SystemSmart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and is unable to start their vehicle.
TUCC_APR2025_182025-04-11Electrical SystemLeaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.
SFCC_MAR2025_202025-03-14Service BrakesThere have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of brake…
SFCC_MAR2025_182025-03-14Service BrakesThere have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a brake noise…
SFCC_MAR2025_172025-03-14Service BrakesThere have been several FRED submissions for a customer allegation of a rear brake…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 49 batteryVehicles taking 5.7 qtEngine oil filter C2Z32125Engine air filter C2Z15037Spark plug C2Z28434Battery 429123482

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesTorque specificationsMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 XF take?

5.7 qt of 5W-30 API SM MEETING FORD SPECIFICATION WSS-M2C-913C, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 XF have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 12 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.