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2009-2017 Volvo XC60 MPG & Fuel Cost
9 model years · 18–27 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2017. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2009-2017 Volvo XC60 at a glance
The 2009-2017 Volvo XC60 covers 9 model years in the EPA database (29 configurations in all), rated 18–27 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2017, costs about $2,550 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (26 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. The best combined rating in the generation, 27 MPG, was reached in 2015.
2009-2017 Volvo XC60 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Gas | 22–26 MPG | $2,550–$3,580 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 20–26 MPG | $2,540–$3,620 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 20–27 MPG | $2,460–$3,320 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 20–21 MPG | $3,100–$3,320 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 20–21 MPG | $3,100–$3,330 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 20–21 MPG | $3,100–$3,340 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,170–$3,480 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 18–21 MPG | $3,140–$3,690 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 18 MPG | $3,630 | First year |
What the 2017 XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$213
$2,550 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.25
Per 100 miles
$17.00
Five years
$12,750
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$340less a year
Class median $2,890 a year, MY2017
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Volvo XC60 MPG
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,540 to $2,550, $10 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,550 |
| XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,820 |
| XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $3,580 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2016 Volvo XC60 MPG
20–26 MPG · $2,540–$3,620/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 27 to 26 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,460 to $2,540, $80 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,540 |
| XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged | FWD | 22 | 29 | 24 | $3,310 |
| XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,620 |
| XC60 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,040 |
| XC60 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $3,340 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Volvo XC60 MPG
20–27 MPG · $2,460–$3,320/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 27 MPG, up 6. Its annual cost goes from $3,100 to $2,460, $640 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,460 |
| XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged | FWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,230 |
| XC60 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,160 |
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,200 |
| XC60 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,320 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Volvo XC60 MPG
20–21 MPG · $3,100–$3,320/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,100.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,100 |
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,200 |
| XC60 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,320 |
2013 Volvo XC60 MPG
20–21 MPG · $3,100–$3,330/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,100.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,100 |
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| XC60 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $3,330 |
2012 Volvo XC60 MPG
20–21 MPG · $3,100–$3,340/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,170 to $3,100, $70 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,100 |
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,210 |
| XC60 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $3,340 |
2011 Volvo XC60 MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,170–$3,480/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,140 to $3,170, $30 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,170 |
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,260 |
| XC60 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,480 |
2010 Volvo XC60 MPG
18–21 MPG · $3,140–$3,690/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 21 MPG, up 3. Its annual cost goes from $3,630 to $3,140, $490 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,140 |
| XC60 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
| XC60 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,690 |
2009 Volvo XC60 MPG
18 MPG · $3,630/yr
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC60 (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,470 in California and $2,230 in Texas, a $1,240 difference.
- California $3,470
- Washington $3,220
- New York $2,550
- Florida $2,410
- Texas $2,230
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2017 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2009-2017 (Y20)
- 2018-2027* (SPA)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2009-2017 Volvo XC60 get?
EPA rates the 2009-2017 Volvo XC60 at 18–27 MPG combined across 29 configurations and 9 model years. The most efficient version, the 2015 XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 27 MPG (24 city, 31 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2009-2017 Volvo XC60?
The XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 27 MPG, in 2015. The lowest top rating, 18 MPG, was in 2009.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2009-2017 Volvo XC60?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Volvo XC60 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,550 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,550–$3,580 a year. That is a $1,030 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2017 Volvo XC60 100 miles?
About $17.00 per 100 miles for the XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $17.00 and $23.87 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2017 Volvo XC60 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 23 city and 30 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2017 Volvo XC60 compare with other small SUV configurations?
The XC60 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,550 a year to fuel, $340 less than the class median of $2,890, and less than 8 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 198 rated small SUV configurations for MY2017, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2017 Volvo XC60 different from the 2016 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,540 to $2,550, $10 more. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2017 against 5 configurations for 2016. See the 2016 Volvo XC60 for that year.