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2003 Volvo XC90 MPG & fuel economy

The 2003 Volvo XC90 is a SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG. Among 66 SUVs rated for 2003, it ranks 48th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,292 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,292 15,000 mi/yr · $21.94 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2003 #48 of 66 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2003 Volvo XC90'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 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway229.410.7
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 2003 SUVs

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  1. 1Toyota RAV4 EV78 MPGe $1,161
  2. 2Toyota RAV424 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Chevrolet Tracker22 MPG $2,114
  4. 4Honda CR-V22 MPG $2,114
  5. 5Suzuki Vitara22 MPG $2,114
  6. 48Volvo XC9018 MPG $3,292
  7. 66Land Rover Discovery12 MPG $4,938
2003 XC90Other SUVsClass median: $2,906/yr

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

XC90 MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 5-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
XC90 FWD		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 5-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
XC90 AWD		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
4WD/AWD · 2.9L 6-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic
XC90 AWD		 Gas 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 5-cyl turbo
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
101 cu ft
Cargo volume
42 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2003 Volvo XC90 vs. rivals

vs Cadillac Escalade 14 MPG · $3,321/yr XC90 saves $30/yr vs Lincoln Aviator 14 MPG · $3,321/yr XC90 saves $30/yr vs Acura MDX 17 MPG · $3,485/yr XC90 saves $194/yr vs Audi Allroad 17 MPG · $3,485/yr XC90 saves $194/yr vs Lexus GX 15 MPG · $3,100/yr GX saves $192/yr vs Lexus LX 13 MPG · $3,577/yr XC90 saves $285/yr vs Infiniti QX4 16 MPG · $2,906/yr QX4 saves $385/yr vs Land Rover Freelander 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Freelander saves $556/yr vs Infiniti FX35 17 MPG · $2,735/yr FX35 saves $556/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2003 Volvo XC90?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2003 Volvo XC90 use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2003 Volvo XC90?

The 2003 Volvo XC90'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 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2003 Volvo XC90 per year?

About $3,292 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $21.94 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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