# Volvo XC90 specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2027
- **MPG (combined):** 23-25
- **Drive:** AWD
- **Years covered:** 2016-2027

## Quick answer

The 2027 Volvo XC90 is a midsize/large SUV rated at 23-25 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid.

## Every 2027 Volvo XC90 version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| XC90 B5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 23/29 | 25 mpg | $3,300 | 354 g/mi |
| XC90 B6 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | AWD | Automatic | 20/26 | 23 mpg | $3,550 | 393 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 XC90 specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2027 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 23-25 |
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 23-27 |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 23-27 |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 23-27 |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD | 22-27 |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 22-27 |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 22-27 |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 21-27 |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 22-25 |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 23-27 |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 22-25 |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 22-25 |

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 XC90 changed over the years?

- **2027:** dropped 2.0L 4-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid.
- **2024:** combined mpg went from 22-27 to 23-27.
- **2023:** added 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; dropped 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; FWD was dropped.
- **2021:** combined mpg went from 21-27 to 22-27.
- **2020:** combined mpg went from 22-25 to 21-27.
- **2019:** combined mpg went from 23-27 to 22-25.
- **2018:** combined mpg went from 22-25 to 23-27.

## What does it cost to run a XC90?

The EPA puts the 2027 Volvo XC90's fuel cost at **$3,300-$3,550 a year**, against about $3,076 for other current midsize/large SUVs: roughly 11% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $17,125 in fuel.

## XC90 vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Jeep Cherokee](/vehicles/jeep-cherokee) | Hybrid | 37 mpg | $1,800 |
| [Toyota Grand Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-grand-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 22-36 mpg | $1,850-$3,050 |
| [Toyota Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-35 mpg | $1,900-$2,800 |
| [Kia Telluride](/vehicles/kia-telluride) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-35 mpg | $1,900-$3,550 |
| [Hyundai Palisade](/vehicles/hyundai-palisade) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-34 mpg | $1,950-$3,550 |
| [Lexus TX](/vehicles/lexus-tx) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [BMW X5](/vehicles/bmw-x5) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15-26 mpg | $3,150-$5,500 |
| [Mazda CX-90](/vehicles/mazda-cx-90) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 25-26 mpg | $2,700-$3,300 |

Other current midsize/large SUVs from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2027 Volvo XC90 get?

The 2027 Volvo XC90 is EPA-rated at 23-25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2027 Volvo XC90 have?

The 2027 Volvo XC90 comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with AWD.

### Is there a hybrid Volvo XC90?

Yes. The Volvo XC90 has been offered as a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which.

### Which Volvo XC90 year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2026 Volvo XC90 has the highest combined rating, up to 27 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Volvo XC90 for a year?

About $3,300-$3,550 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 2027 Volvo XC90?

The most efficient 2027 version, the XC90 B5 AWD, is rated 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (25 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2027 Volvo XC90 emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 354-393 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.

### Does the 2027 Volvo XC90 come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2027 Volvo XC90 is offered with AWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Volvo XC90 cheap to run compared with other midsize/large SUVs?

No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $3,300-$3,550 compares with about $3,076 for other current midsize/large SUV 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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