Jaguar S-Type vs. BMW 5 Series
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Jaguar S-Type and BMW 5 Series contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Jaguar S-Type and the BMW 5 Series.
In comparing the Jaguar S-Type's and the BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the Jaguar S-Type has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Jaguar S-Type's and the BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2008 Jaguar S-Type ranges from $4,500 to $10,975 while a used 2008 BMW 5 Series is priced between $4,750 to $11,958.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Jaguar S-Type’s base engine makes 235 horsepower, and the BMW 5 Series base engine makes 230 horsepower. The S-Type is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 478 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. This gives the BMW 5 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jaguar S-Type. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The BMW 5 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Jaguar S-Type has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$48,335
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$44,300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$47,586
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$30,555 - $82,500
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,307
Price Range:
$4,500 - $10,975
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
105,702
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,546
Price Range:
$4,750 - $11,958
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$10,991
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$6,774 - $29,191
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
52
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
130,421
# Good or Great Deals:
10
Jaguar S-Type Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jaguar S-Type
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW 5 Series
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
12.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1.9 - 12.5
Jaguar S-Type Rankings
Not yet available
BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Jaguar S-Type Trim Levels
3.0, 4.2, R
BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
528i, 528xi, 535i, 535xi, 550i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
216 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
230 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 478 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3760 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
193.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3505 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
113.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony
Blue
Blue Prism / Frost Blue / Indigo Blue / Midnight Blue
Gold
Winter Gold Metallic
Gray
Lunar Grey / Slate
Green
British Racing Green
Red
Radiance Metallic
Silver
Liquid Silver Metallic
White
Porcelain
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Deep Sea Blue Metallic / Monaco Blue Metallic
Gold
Not available
Gray
Platinuim Gray Metallic / Space Gray Metallic
Green
Deep Green Metallic
Red
Indianapolis Red Metallic
Silver
Titanium Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White
Brown
Platinum Bronze Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Champagne
Gray
Charcoal
White
Ivory
Black
Not available
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige Leatherette / Beige Nasca Leather / Cream Beige Dakota Leather
Gray
Gray Dakota Leather
White
Not available
Black
Black Dakota Leather / Black Leatherette / Black Nasca Leather
Brown
Natural Brown Dakota Leather
