2008 Jaguar XJ towing capacity
The 2008 Jaguar XJ is published in 10 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 999 to 4,190 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (4,190 lb) sits in compact SUV / minivan territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2008 Jaguar XJ with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XJ8 L Sedan 4D | V8, 4.2 Liter | 300 | 310 | — | 4,190 | — | 3,814 | — |
| XJ Vanden Plas Sedan 4D | V8, 4.2 Liter | 300 | 310 | — | 4,190 | — | 3,871 | — |
| XJ8 Sedan 4D | V8, 4.2 Liter | 300 | 310 | — | 4,190 | — | 3,770 | — |
| XJR Sedan 4D | V8, Supercharged, 4.2L | 400 | 413 | — | 4,190 | — | 3,946 | — |
| XJ Super V8 Sedan 4D | V8, Supercharged, 4.2L | 400 | 413 | — | 4,190 | — | 4,006 | — |
| XJ8 4dr Sedan | — | 300 | 310 | — | 4,100 | — | 3,770 | — |
| XJ8 L 4dr Sedan | — | 300 | 310 | — | 4,100 | — | 3,814 | — |
| Vanden Plas 4dr Sedan | — | 300 | 310 | — | 4,100 | — | 3,871 | — |
| Super V8 4dr Sedan | — | 400 | 413 | — | 999 | — | 4,006 | — |
| XJR 4dr Sedan | — | 400 | 413 | — | 4,100 | — | 3,946 | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2007
The 2007 Jaguar XJ carried a maximum tow rating of 4,100 lb. The 2008 model adds 90 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 2007 Jaguar XJ page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.