Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8Engine Rebuild- From £5,500
Specialist Jaguar XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 engine rebuilds and replacements, with registration-based engine matching, nationwide recovery and a 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty
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AJ133S Supercharged V8 Specialists
Your Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 Engine
Vehicle
Jaguar XFR
Model
XF
Variant
XFR (5.0 V8 Supercharged)
Fuel
Petrol Supercharged
Engine
AJ133S
Capacity
5.0L V8
Generations
X250 (2011-2015)
Rebuild From
£5,500
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Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8Engine Rebuild Price
Starting From £5,500
Engine Code
Rebuild From
£5,500
Generation
2011-2015
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8
Variant
5.0L Petrol Supercharged
AJ133S
AJ133S sits on a single rebuild tier.
Exact price depends on condition and parts required - submit your reg for a fixed-price quote.
Jaguar XFR Timing Chain Tensioner Wear (X250, AJ133S)
If your XFR is a 2011-2015 model with the AJ133S supercharged 5.0-litre V8 - that's the X250 generation - timing chain tensioner and guide wear is a well-documented design flaw on this engine, subject to a US class-action lawsuit covering this exact engine across multiple JLR models of the era (2012-2014 in particular). We replace the timing chain, tensioners, guides and water pump as standard on every AJ133S rebuild.
Source: verified via rrsport.co.uk lawsuit reference and multiple independent sources (kmotors.co.uk, au7o.io, TopSpeed reliability ranking), per G-BRF-Jaguar.md and VRF-jaguar-xf.md. AJ133S explicitly confirmed as affected for X250 XFR, 2011-2015.
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8ENGINE OPTIONS
Every XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 is different. That's why we offer the right solution for your engine, your car and your budget.
REBUILDING YOUR XFR ENGINE
Most engine suppliers sell you a used engine of unknown history and hope it matches. We rebuild the engine your XFR already has instead - strip it down, pressure-test it, and replace every worn or damaged component (timing chain, tensioners, guides, water pump) with updated OEM parts. You get a near-new engine with a 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty, without the compatibility risk of an unknown used unit. This is the option most XFR owners choose, and it's the one we'd recommend for most situations.
From £5,500RECONDITIONED XFR ENGINES
"Reconditioned" is the term many owners search for when they mean the same thing as a rebuild - a full strip-down, inspection, and replacement of worn parts rather than a straight swap. If that's what you're after, our rebuild service is exactly that.
Learn moreREFURBISHED XFR ENGINES
Similarly, "refurbished" often describes the same process from a different angle - restoring your existing engine to full working condition rather than replacing it outright. Our rebuild covers this.
Learn moreREMANUFACTURED XFR ENGINES
Some owners specifically search for a "remanufactured" engine, expecting a unit rebuilt to original specification with updated components. That's consistent with what our rebuild service delivers on the AJ133S.
Learn moreREPLACEMENT XFR ENGINES
If your existing engine is beyond economical repair, we also offer full engine replacement and fitting - sourced and fitted by our team, with the same 12-month warranty.
Learn moreUSED XFR ENGINES
In some cases, a matched low-mileage used engine is the right call - particularly if you need your car back on the road quickly and your existing engine's damage is extensive. We can source and fit these too, though most owners who ask about used engines end up choosing a rebuild once they understand the compatibility risk a used unit carries. Enter your reg below and we'll talk you through both options honestly.
Learn moreNOT SURE WHICH OPTION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Enter your registration below and we'll confirm your AJ133S and talk you through the best solution for your XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8, honestly.
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OUR WORKSHOP
01RECOVERY COLLECTION
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 recovered nationwide.
02STRIPPED ENGINE BLOCK
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 AJ133S engine stripped for inspection.
03TIMING CHAIN REPLACEMENT
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 timing chain and guides replaced.
04TECHNICIANS AT WORK
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 engine rebuild in progress.
05ENGINE TESTING (RIG)
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 AJ133S tested before dispatch.
06COMPLETED & READY FOR REFIT
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 engine rebuilt to OEM specification.
Real photos from our workshop - not stock imagery. This is what a genuine Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 rebuild looks like.
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 ENGINE REBUILD PROCESS
WE COVER YOUREXACT VEHICLE
Enter your registration below and we'll confirm your Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 has the AJ133S, along with an exact rebuild price.
WHY JAGUAR XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 OWNERS CHOOSE US
Engine matched using VIN or registration number
Genuine specialist workshop - not a broker
Specialist technicians with 10-15 years of experience
We don't swap your engine for an unknown used unit
Nationwide recovery, workshop rebuild
12 month unlimited-mileage warranty
All engine ancillaries serviced as part of the rebuild
Trade & public enquiries welcome
Dedicated advisor from quote to fit
OUR MOST RECENTJAGUAR RECOVERIES & REBUILDS
Real vehicles brought into our workshop. Open bonnets, stripped blocks, and cars ready for collection - this is what genuine engine work looks like.
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8
RECOVERY
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8
DIAGNOSTICS
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8
STRIPPED ENGINE
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8
TIMING CHAIN REPLACEMENT
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8
IN FOR REBUILD
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8
REBUILD IN PROGRESS
HOW IT WORKS
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WE RECOVERYOUR CAR
REBUILD &REFIT
Most Jaguars are recovered within a few hours of booking. Most rebuilds are completed within 3-5 working days.
Workshop slots fill up fast - book your recovery today.
LOOKING FOR A USED ORREPLACEMENT ENGINEINSTEAD?
We supply low-mileage, VIN-matched used units too, and offer full replacement and fitting. However, most XFR owners choose a rebuild once they realise it removes compatibility risk and works out more cost-effective over the life of the car. Enter your reg below and we'll show you every option, honestly.
ABOUT THE Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 ENGINE
The XFR was the flagship performance variant of the X250-generation Jaguar XF, produced from 2011 to 2015. It uses the AJ133S - a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 that was Jaguar's most powerful engine of the era, producing 510 bhp. The same engine family (AJ133/AJ133S) was used across the XJ, XK and F-Type ranges of the period, and the X250 XFR is explicitly named in a US class-action lawsuit covering the timing chain tensioner design flaw on 2012-2014 models. The XFR was discontinued when the XF moved to the X260 generation in 2015, but we continue to rebuild and replace engines for every XFR still on the road.
We continue to rebuild and replace AJ133S engines for every XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 on the road.
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 ENGINE CODES
A 5.0-litre supercharged V8 fitted to the XFR from 2011 to 2015 (X250 generation). Known for timing chain tensioner and guide wear - see the callout above. We replace the timing chain, tensioners, guides and water pump as standard on every AJ133S rebuild.
Check Your AJ133S XFR
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 ENGINE COMPATIBILITY
The XFR's AJ133S is a supercharged variant of the AJ133 V8 family, shared with the XJ Supersport, XKR-S and F-Type R of the same era. Timing chain and tensioner components are specific to the 5.0-litre supercharged application, and proper compatibility requires:
Exact engine code confirmation (AJ133S)
Generation and year (X250, 2011-2015)
Ancillary and ECU specification specific to the XFR
We always start with your registration rather than a generic quote - it protects you from paying for parts that don't fit your actual car.
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 APPLICATIONS BY GENERATION
Generation
Chassis
Years
Engine Code
Fuel
X250
X250
2011-2015
AJ133S
Petrol Supercharged
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 ENGINES BY YEAR
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 has used the AJ133S throughout. If you're unsure of your exact spec, we'll confirm it before you book.
We Cover Every Jaguar XFR Model Year:
- Jaguar XFR 2011 Engine Rebuild
- Jaguar XFR 2012 Engine Rebuild
- Jaguar XFR 2013 Engine Rebuild
- Jaguar XFR 2014 Engine Rebuild
- Jaguar XFR 2015 Engine Rebuild
If your registration year or model isn't listed above, get in touch - we'll confirm availability directly against your reg.
Jaguar XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 Engine Details:
Jaguar XFR 5.0 Litre Engine (AJ133S, Supercharged V8)
Jaguar XFR Petrol Supercharged Engine Rebuilds
If your exact specification isn’t listed here, get in touch - we’ll confirm availability directly against your reg.
Jaguar XFR Engine COSTS
A Jaguar XFR engine rebuild starts from
£5,500
for the AJ133S supercharged V8. A full replacement engine and fitting service is also available. Exact pricing depends on the condition of your existing engine and the parts required - submit your registration for a fixed-price quote within 30 minutes.
JAGUAR XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 ENGINE SIZES
• Jaguar XFR 5.0 Litre Engine (AJ133S, Supercharged V8)
JAGUAR XF XFR 5.0 Supercharged V8 FUEL TYPES
• Jaguar XFR Petrol Supercharged Engine Rebuilds
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