Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6 Automatic has been produced from March, 1999 to March, 2002. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 240 horsepower on 6800 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 330 000 and 550 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Jaguar S-Type 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6 Automatic has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 226 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6 Automatic fuel consumption is 10.8 litres per 100km (9.3 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Jaguar S-Type 1999 - 2002 versions, fuel consumption in city - 15 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Jaguar real everyday fuel consumption is 11.6 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Jaguar S-Type fuel consumption.

Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6 Automatic technical data
Model: | Jaguar S-Type 3.0 V6 Automatic | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1999. March ... 2002. March | ||
Engine: | 2967 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 240 HP ON 6800 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 226 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.8 (combined) 15.0 (urban) 9.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.6 l/100km (20.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.86m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 810 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2175 kg |
Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6 Automatic engine AJ30
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 330,000 to 550,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 2967 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 89 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 79.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6 Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 10.4 litres (11 quarts) |
Power | 230 - 240 HP ON 6800 RPM |
Torque | 280 - 300 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 12 years |
Engine also used on | Jaguar X-Type Jaguar XF |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Jaguar S-Type sedan [1999 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6
Most fuel efficient version |
3.0 Petrol | 240 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Jaguar S-Type 1999 3.0 V6 Automatic | 3.0 Petrol | 240 HP | 10.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Jaguar S-Type 1999 4.0 V8
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 285 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |