# Volvo S90 specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2026
- **MPG (combined):** 28
- **Drive:** FWD
- **Years covered:** 2017-2026

## Quick answer

The 2026 Volvo S90 is a midsize car rated at 28 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid.

## Every 2026 Volvo S90 version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| S90 B5 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | FWD | Automatic | 24/34 | 28 mpg | $2,950 | 318 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Volvo S90 specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | FWD | 28 |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 26-29 |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 25 |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 26-30 |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 26-30 |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 25-30 |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 25-30 |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 25-29 |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 25-29 |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 25-27 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the S90 changed over the years?

- **2026:** dropped 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid; FWD became available; AWD was dropped.
- **2025:** added 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid.
- **2024:** dropped 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid.
- **2023:** added 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; dropped 2.0L 4-cyl turbo.
- **2022:** combined mpg went from 25-30 to 26-30.
- **2020:** FWD was dropped; combined mpg went from 25-29 to 25-30.
- **2018:** added 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid.

## What does it cost to run a S90?

The EPA puts the 2026 Volvo S90's fuel cost at **$2,950 a year**, against about $2,455 for other current midsize car: roughly 20% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $14,750 in fuel.

## S90 vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Range | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Toyota Prius](/vehicles/toyota-prius) | Hybrid | 48-57 mpg | -- | $1,200-$1,400 |
| [Hyundai Elantra](/vehicles/hyundai-elantra) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-54 mpg | -- | $1,250-$3,550 |
| [Toyota Camry](/vehicles/toyota-camry) | Hybrid | 43-51 mpg | -- | $1,300-$1,550 |
| [Honda Civic](/vehicles/honda-civic) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-49 mpg | -- | $1,350-$3,400 |
| [Honda Accord](/vehicles/honda-accord) | Gas, Hybrid | 31-48 mpg | -- | $1,400-$2,150 |
| [Lexus ES](/vehicles/lexus-es) | Electric, Hybrid | 44-46 mpg | 307 mi | $600-$1,850 |
| [Toyota Crown](/vehicles/toyota-crown) | Hybrid | 30-41 mpg | -- | $1,650-$2,250 |
| [Nissan Sentra](/vehicles/nissan-sentra) | Gas | 32-33 mpg | -- | $2,050-$2,100 |

Other current midsize car from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2026 Volvo S90 get?

The 2026 Volvo S90 is EPA-rated at 28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2026 Volvo S90 have?

The 2026 Volvo S90 comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with FWD.

### Is there a hybrid Volvo S90?

Yes. The Volvo S90 has been offered as a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which.

### Which Volvo S90 year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2023 Volvo S90 has the highest combined rating, up to 30 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Volvo S90 for a year?

About $2,950 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Volvo S90?

The most efficient 2026 version, the S90 B5, is rated 24 mpg city and 34 mpg highway (28 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2026 Volvo S90 emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 318 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Is the Volvo S90 cheap to run compared with other midsize cars?

No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $2,950 compares with about $2,455 for other current midsize car models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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