1990 · Compact Car · Gas
1990 Volvo 780 MPG & fuel economy
The 1990 Volvo 780 is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1989 model. Among 38 compact cars rated for 1990, it ranks 33rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1990 Volvo 780's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 16 | 6.8 | 14.7 |
| Highway | 20 | 8.5 | 11.8 |
| Combined | 18 | 7.7 | 13.1 |
How it ranks among 1990 Compact Cars
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780 MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 2.3L 4-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic 780 |
Gas | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic 780 |
Gas | 15 MPG | 19 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $2,735 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.3L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Passenger volume
- 90 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 494 g/mi
1990 Volvo 780 vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1990 Volvo 780?
Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1990 Volvo 780 use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1990 Volvo 780?
The 1990 Volvo 780's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1990 Volvo 780 per year?
About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.