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Volvo XC90 MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
24 model years · 2003–2027
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Volvo XC90 fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Volvo XC90 for 24 model years, 2003 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 15–26 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 2 configurations rated 23–25 MPG combined and costing $3,190–$3,550 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2003 is the 2025 B5 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD, at 26 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
Volvo XC90 MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-2027* (SPA) Generation page | ||||
| 2027 (partial) | — | 23–25 | — | $3,190–$3,550 |
| 2026 | — | 23–24 | 27 | $2,100–$3,550 |
| 2025 | — | 23–26 | 27 | $2,150–$3,550 |
| 2024 | — | 23–24 | 27 | $2,150–$3,550 |
| 2023 | — | 22–25 | 27 | $2,150–$3,630 |
| 2022 | 22–25 | — | 26–27 | $2,010–$3,690 |
| 2021 | 22–25 | — | 27 | $2,430–$3,580 |
| 2020 | 21–25 | — | 27 | $2,430–$3,880 |
| 2019 | 22–24 | — | 25 | $2,540–$3,650 |
| 2018 | 23–25 | — | 27 | $2,290–$3,560 |
| 2017 | 22–24 | — | 25 | $2,690–$3,640 |
| 2016 | 22–24 | — | 25 | $2,680–$3,610 |
| 2003-2014 (1st gen) Generation page | ||||
| 2014 | 18–19 | — | — | $3,400–$3,540 |
| 2013 | 18–19 | — | — | $3,530–$3,560 |
| 2012 | 18–19 | — | — | $3,490–$3,560 |
| 2011 | 16–18 | — | — | $3,570–$4,040 |
| 2010 | 15–18 | — | — | $3,730–$4,360 |
| 2009 | 15–17 | — | — | $3,840–$4,360 |
| 2008 | 15–16 | — | — | $5,020–$5,360 |
| 2007 | 15–18 | — | — | $4,460–$5,360 |
| 2006 | 15–18 | — | — | $4,460–$5,360 |
| 2005 | 15–18 | — | — | $4,460–$5,360 |
| 2004 | 16–19 | — | — | $4,230–$5,020 |
| 2003 | 16–18 | — | — | $4,460–$5,020 |
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 XC90 generations
2 generations between 2003 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Volvo XC90's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Volvo XC90 run 15–26 MPG across model years 2003 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 23–25 MPG.
Which Volvo XC90 model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2025 Volvo XC90 B5 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD has the highest combined rating since 2003, at 26 MPG.
How much does a Volvo XC90 cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $3,190–$3,550 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $3,190.
Has the Volvo XC90's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 18 MPG in 2003 to 25 MPG in 2027, 7 MPG more.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Volvo XC90?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2023 to 2027 (22–26 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2016 to 2026 (25–27 MPG).
How many generations of the Volvo XC90 are there?
EPA data covers 2 generations of the Volvo XC90: 2016-2027*, 2003-2014. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.