Model year guide

1987 Jaguar xj6

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1987 Jaguar xj6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1987 Jaguar xj6 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1987 Jaguar xj6 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2
Combined15 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1987 Jaguar xj6 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1987 Jaguar xj6.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1987 Jaguar xj6 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

1987 Jaguar xj6 MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway17 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,450
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
Passenger volume88 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1987 Jaguar xj6 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,250
Fuel only$22,250
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1987 Jaguar xj6 trims & engines on record

Trims
VDP
Engines
4.2L 6-cyl

1987 Jaguar xj6 vehicles on record

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1987 Jaguar xj6 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1987 Jaguar xj6 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1987 Jaguar xj6. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1987 Jaguar xj6?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, gasoline, engine and engine cooling.

What gas mileage does the 1987 Jaguar xj6 get?

The 1987 Jaguar xj6 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 15 mpg combined (14 city / 17 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.