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2018 Volvo XC90 MPG & fuel economy

The 2018 Volvo XC90 is a midsize or large SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 25 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2017 model. Among 42 midsize & large SUVs rated for 2018, it ranks 16th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,370 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 22 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,370 15,000 mi/yr · $15.80 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2018 #16 of 42 Midsize & Large SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2018 Volvo XC90's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2018 Midsize & Large SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model X93 MPGe $977
  2. 2Toyota Highlander Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  3. 3Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid62 MPGe + 27 MPG $1,825
  4. 4Lexus RX Hybrid30 MPG $1,975
  5. 5GMC Acadia23 MPG $2,022
  6. 16Volvo XC9025 MPG $2,370
  7. 42Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2018 XC90Other midsize & large SUVsClass median: $2,447/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 · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
XC90 FWD		 Gas 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
XC90 AWD		 Gas 22 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
XC90 AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
353 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2018 Volvo XC90 vs. rivals

vs Land Rover Range Rover 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid 47 MPGe + 22 MPG · $2,402/yr XC90 saves $32/yr vs Land Rover Discovery Diesel 23 MPG · $2,413/yr XC90 saves $43/yr vs Lincoln Navigator 19 MPG · $2,447/yr XC90 saves $77/yr vs Lincoln MKT 19 MPG · $2,447/yr XC90 saves $77/yr vs Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid 43 MPGe + 21 MPG · $2,526/yr XC90 saves $156/yr vs BMW X5 Diesel 25 MPG · $2,220/yr X5 Diesel saves $150/yr vs BMW X5 Plug-in Hybrid 56 MPGe + 24 MPG · $2,167/yr X5 Plug-in Hybrid saves $203/yr vs Lexus RX Hybrid 30 MPG · $1,975/yr RX Hybrid saves $395/yr vs Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid 62 MPGe + 27 MPG · $1,825/yr XC90 Plug-in Hybrid saves $545/yr vs Tesla Model X 93 MPGe · $977/yr Model X saves $1,393/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2018 Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid (62 MPGe + 27 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2018 Volvo XC90?

Up to 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 23 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2018 Volvo XC90 use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2018 Volvo XC90?

The 2018 Volvo XC90's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Volvo XC90 per year?

About $2,370 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $15.80 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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