Auto loans: 2003 Jaguar S-type
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
Rent a 2003 Jaguar S-type for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2003 Jaguar S-type specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 4.2L 8-cylinder | 4.2L 8-cylinder supercharged |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 291 g/km | 307 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.70 | $21.70 | $22.93 | $24.15 |
2003 Jaguar S-type: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.2 L | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 24 | 24 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 23 | 22 | 20 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,350 | US$4,550 | US$4,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $4,340 | $4,586 | $4,830 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2003 Jaguar S-type
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 100 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (23), vehicle speed control (18) and power train (17). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V484000 | 2004-10-14 | equipment:other:labels | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, "PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEM." THE BRAKE FLUID MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR IS RECESSED AND ORIENTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BENEATH A LEAF SCREEN, SUCH THAT THE BRAKE FLUID WARNING STATEMENT EMBOSSED ON... |
| 04V488000 | 2004-10-07 | parking brake | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE, WHICH CONTROLS THE APPLICATION OF THE PARKING BRAKE, MAY UNINTENTIONALLY APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE WITHOUT ANY INDICATION OR WARNING TO THE DRIVER. |
| 04V024000 | 2004-01-08 | power train:automatic transmission | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WITH THE FORWARD DRIVE GEAR SELECTED AND THE VEHICLE STATIONARY OR IN A FORWARD MOTION, THE GEARBOX COULD POTENTIALLY SELECT REVERSE GEAR, WITHOUT INDICATION. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2003 Jaguar S-type: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars; this page helps you judge the 2003 Jaguar S-type before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 2003 Jaguar S-type, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Before you sign for the S-type
There are 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Owners filed 100 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes, vehicle speed control and power train; have those parts checked.
The numbers in plain words
Under the hood: the 3.0L 6-cylinder and rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated 12.4 L/100 km combined: about 37 litres every 300 km. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $65.10 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles.
Who it is for
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
Living with the S-type
As a mid-size car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. Its 340 litre trunk is enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
A test week in the S-type tells you more than any review. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent the S-type first, and buy only if it fits your life.
Year and trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Running costs
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Ask us
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2003 Jaguar S-type from us first.
Ask us about the 2003 Jaguar S-type
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2003 Jaguar S-type for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2003 Jaguar S-type
Does CarmaCars sell the 2003 Jaguar S-type?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2003 Jaguar S-type before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2003 Jaguar S-type have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2003 Jaguar S-type cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4340.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.