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2003-2014 Volvo XC90 MPG & Fuel Cost
12 model years · 15–19 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2014. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2003-2014 Volvo XC90 at a glance
The 2003-2014 Volvo XC90 covers 12 model years in the EPA database (36 configurations in all), rated 15–19 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2014, costs about $3,400 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (19 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The best combined rating in the generation, 19 MPG, was reached in 2004, 2012, 2013 and 2014.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2003-2014 Volvo XC90 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,400–$3,540 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,530–$3,560 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,490–$3,560 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $3,570–$4,040 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 15–18 MPG | $3,730–$4,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 15–17 MPG | $3,840–$4,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 15–16 MPG | $5,020–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 15–18 MPG | $4,460–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 15–18 MPG | $4,460–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 15–18 MPG | $4,460–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 16–19 MPG | $4,230–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 16–18 MPG | $4,460–$5,020 | First year |
What the 2014 XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$283
$3,400 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.67
Per 100 miles
$22.67
Five years
$17,000
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$730less a year
Class median $4,130 a year, MY2014
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Volvo XC90 MPG
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,530 to $3,400, $130 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,400 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,540 |
2013 Volvo XC90 MPG
18–19 MPG · $3,530–$3,560/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,490 to $3,530, $40 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,530 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,560 |
2012 Volvo XC90 MPG
18–19 MPG · $3,490–$3,560/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 19 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,570 to $3,490, $80 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,490 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,560 |
2011 Volvo XC90 MPG
16–18 MPG · $3,570–$4,040/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,730 to $3,570, $160 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,570 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,640 |
| XC90 4.4L 8-cyl | 4.4L 8-cyl | AWD | 14 | 21 | 16 | $4,040 |
2010 Volvo XC90 MPG
15–18 MPG · $3,730–$4,360/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 17 to 18 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,840 to $3,730, $110 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,730 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl AWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,770 |
| XC90 4.4L 8-cyl | 4.4L 8-cyl | AWD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,360 |
2009 Volvo XC90 MPG
15–17 MPG · $3,840–$4,360/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 16 to 17 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $5,020 to $3,840, $1,180 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 14 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| XC90 4.4L 8-cyl | 4.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,360 |
2008 Volvo XC90 MPG
15–16 MPG · $5,020–$5,360/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 16 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $4,460 to $5,020, $560 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| XC90 4.4L 8-cyl | 4.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Volvo XC90 MPG
15–18 MPG · $4,460–$5,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,460.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | FWD | 15 | 21 | 18 | $4,460 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XC90 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XC90 4.4L 8-cyl | 4.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Volvo XC90 MPG
15–18 MPG · $4,460–$5,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,460.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | FWD | 15 | 21 | 18 | $4,460 |
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XC90 4.4L 8-cyl | 4.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Volvo XC90 MPG
15–18 MPG · $4,460–$5,360/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 18 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,230 to $4,460, $230 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | FWD | 16 | 21 | 18 | $4,460 |
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,730 |
| XC90 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,020 |
| XC90 4.4L 8-cyl | 4.4L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Volvo XC90 MPG
16–19 MPG · $4,230–$5,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 19 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,460 to $4,230, $230 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | FWD | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,230 |
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| XC90 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,020 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Volvo XC90 MPG
16–18 MPG · $4,460–$5,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | FWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| XC90 2.5L 5-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| XC90 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,020 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD: $4,630 in California and $2,970 in Texas, a $1,660 difference.
- California $4,630
- Washington $4,290
- New York $3,400
- Florida $3,210
- Texas $2,970
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2014 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2003-2014 (1st gen)
- 2016-2027* (SPA)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2003-2014 Volvo XC90 get?
EPA rates the 2003-2014 Volvo XC90 at 15–19 MPG combined across 36 configurations and 12 model years. The most efficient version, the 2014 XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD, is rated 19 MPG (16 city, 24 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2003-2014 Volvo XC90?
The XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 19 MPG, in 2004, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The lowest top rating, 16 MPG, was in 2008.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2003-2014 Volvo XC90?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Volvo XC90 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,400 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $3,400–$3,540 a year. That is a $140 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2014 Volvo XC90 100 miles?
About $22.67 per 100 miles for the XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $22.67 and $23.60 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2014 Volvo XC90 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD is rated 16 city and 24 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 8 MPG.
How does the 2014 Volvo XC90 compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The XC90 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,400 a year to fuel, $730 less than the class median of $4,130, and less than 8 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 119 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2014, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2014 Volvo XC90 different from the 2013 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,530 to $3,400, $130 less. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2014 against 2 configurations for 2013. See the 2013 Volvo XC90 for that year.