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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2008 Jaguar Xk

Overall rating NHTSA-grounded

Average

Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$12,000

The 2008 Jaguar XK has minimal recalls and limited owner complaints, suggesting reasonable reliability. However, the single recall relates to the tire pressure monitoring system, while several complaints involve varied components indicating potential random issues.

Most-common failures

Part Typical mileage Cost range Frequency
Tire Pressure Monitoring System40,000–60,000 miles$200–$500common
Power Train70,000–90,000 miles$1,500–$3,000occasional
Electrical System60,000–80,000 miles$300–$1,200occasional

Scheduled maintenance to budget

Routine items every owner should plan for.

  • Oil changes every 7,500 miles
  • Brake fluid flush every 2 years
  • Coolant replacement every 5 years
  • Tire rotation every 5,000 miles
  • Spark plug replacement every 60,000 miles

Warning signs to watch for

Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.

  • TPMS warning light issues
  • Transmission hesitations
  • Electrical gremlins and failures

Generated by gpt-4o on 8/23/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.