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2008-2010 Volvo V70 MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 19–21 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 2 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2008-2010 Volvo V70 at a glance
The 2008-2010 Volvo V70 covers 3 model years in the EPA database (3 configurations in all), rated 19–21 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $3,140 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (21 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2009 and 2010. The best combined rating in the generation, 21 MPG, was reached in 2010.
2008-2010 Volvo V70 by model year
What the 2010 V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$262
$3,140 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.23
Per 100 miles
$20.93
Five years
$15,700
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$410more a year
Class median $2,730 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Volvo V70 MPG
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 21 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,270 to $3,140, $130 less.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V70 (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,140 |
2009 Volvo V70 MPG
20 MPG · $3,270/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 20 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,230 to $3,270, $960 less.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V70 (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
2008 Volvo V70 MPG
19 MPG · $4,230/yr
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V70 (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD: $4,270 in California and $2,740 in Texas, a $1,530 difference.
- California $4,270
- Washington $3,950
- New York $3,140
- Florida $2,960
- Texas $2,740
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 wagon models.
Generations
- 2000-2007 (2nd gen)
- 2008-2010 (3rd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2008-2010 Volvo V70 get?
EPA rates the 2008-2010 Volvo V70 at 19–21 MPG combined across 3 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD, is rated 21 MPG (18 city, 27 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2008-2010 Volvo V70?
The V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 21 MPG, in 2010. The lowest top rating, 19 MPG, was in 2008.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2008-2010 Volvo V70?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2009 and 2010.
How does the 2008-2010 Volvo V70 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2007 Volvo V70) is rated 18–22 MPG combined and costs $3,650–$4,460 a year to fuel; the 2008-2010 model is rated 19–21 MPG and costs $3,140–$4,230 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Volvo V70 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,140 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $3,140 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Volvo V70 100 miles?
About $20.93 per 100 miles for the V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2010 Volvo V70 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD is rated 18 city and 27 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2010 Volvo V70 compare with other wagon configurations?
The V70 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,140 a year to fuel, $410 more than the class median of $2,730, and less than 2 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 48 rated wagon configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Volvo V70 different from the 2009 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 21 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,270 to $3,140, $130 less. EPA lists 1 configuration for 2010 against 1 configuration for 2009. See the 2009 Volvo V70 for that year.