1996 · Compact Car · Gas

1996 Volvo 960 MPG & fuel economy

The 1996 Volvo 960 is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 19 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1995 model. Among 44 compact cars rated for 1996, it ranks 38th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,118 a year to fuel.

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Combined 19 MPG 16 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,118 15,000 mi/yr · $20.79 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1996 #38 of 44 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1996 Volvo 960's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway2410.29.8
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 1996 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Volkswagen Golf/GTI Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  2. 2Volkswagen Jetta Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  3. 3Ford Escort30 MPG $1,550
  4. 4Mercury Tracer30 MPG $1,550
  5. 5Mazda Protege30 MPG $1,550
  6. 38Volvo 96019 MPG $3,118
  7. 44Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental12 MPG $4,938
1996 960Other compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

960 MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.9L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
960		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
960 Wagon		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.9L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
91 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
468 g/mi

1996 Volvo 960 vs. rivals

vs Audi A6 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Same fuel cost vs Acura TL 20 MPG · $2,962/yr TL saves $156/yr vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Same fuel cost vs Jaguar XJ 18 MPG · $3,292/yr 960 saves $173/yr vs Audi A4 20 MPG · $2,962/yr A4 saves $156/yr vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class 23 MPG · $2,576/yr C-Class saves $542/yr vs Jaguar XJR 14 MPG · $4,232/yr 960 saves $1,114/yr vs Lexus ES 21 MPG · $2,214/yr ES saves $904/yr vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class Diesel 27 MPG · $2,056/yr E-Class Diesel saves $1,063/yr vs Infiniti G20 24 MPG · $1,938/yr G20 saves $1,181/yr vs Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental 12 MPG · $4,938/yr 960 saves $1,819/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1996 Volvo 960?

Up to 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 18 to 19 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1996 Volvo 960 use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1996 Volvo 960?

The 1996 Volvo 960's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1996 Volvo 960 per year?

About $3,118 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $20.79 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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