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Volvo V70 XC MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
2 model years · 2001–2002
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Volvo V70 XC fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Volvo V70 XC for 2 model years, 2001 to 2002. Across those years its combined rating runs 18–20 MPG. The latest model year, 2002, has 1 configuration rated 20 MPG combined and costing $4,020 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2001 is the 2002 V70 XC 2.4L 5-cyl turbo 4WD, at 20 MPG.
Volvo V70 XC MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|
| 2001-2002 Generation page | ||
| 2002 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 2001 | 18 | $4,460 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Volvo V70 XC generations
1 generations between 2001 and 2002. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2002 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Volvo V70 XC's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Volvo V70 XC run 18–20 MPG across model years 2001 to 2002. The latest year, 2002, is rated 20 MPG.
Which Volvo V70 XC model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2002 Volvo V70 XC V70 XC 2.4L 5-cyl turbo 4WD has the highest combined rating since 2001, at 20 MPG.
How much does a Volvo V70 XC cost to fuel per year?
For MY2002, EPA-rated configurations cost $4,020 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $4,020.
Has the Volvo V70 XC's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 18 MPG in 2001 to 20 MPG in 2002, 2 MPG more.