Jaguar XJ8 vs Mercedes-Benz E430
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Mercedes-Benz E430
Overview
| Spec | Jaguar XJ8XJ8 | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XJ8 | E430 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jaguar XJ8XJ8 | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $65,700 | $53,850 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jaguar XJ8XJ8 | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal (best) | 21.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Jaguar XJ8XJ8 | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 275 hp |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft (best) | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.2 L | 4.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jaguar XJ8XJ8 | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.4 cu ft (best) | 15.3 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,770 lbs | 3,757 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 119.4 in (best) | 111.5 in |
| Length | 200.4 in (best) | 189.4 in |
| Width | 76.5 in (best) | 70.8 in |
| Height | 57 in (best) | 56.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jaguar XJ8XJ8 | Mercedes-Benz E430E430 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Jaguar XJ8 | Mercedes-Benz E430 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XJ8 $65,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E430 $53,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XJ8 L $69,200 MSRP | E430 4MATIC $56,700 MSRP |