Volvo XC60 fuel consumption
Year-to-year deviations of actual owner-reported average fuel consumption from advertised values
| Year | Gasoline cars | Diesel cars | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All carmakers | Volvo XC60 | All carmakers | Volvo XC60 | |
| 2008 | +12% | insignificant | +13% | +8% |
| Show all years | ||||
| 2009 | +14% | insignificant | +14% | +13% |
| 2010 | +16% | insignificant | +16% | +13% |
| 2011 | +19% | insignificant | +19% | +15% |
| 2012 | +21% | insignificant | +23% | +13% |
| 2013 | +23% | +19% | +27% | +27% |
| 2014 | +26% | +28% | +30% | +35% |
| 2015 | +27% | +28% | +33% | +35% |
| 2016 | +28% | +28% | +36% | +35% |
| 2017 | +28% | +30% | +38% | +36% |
| 2018 | +28% | +32% | +39% | +39% |
| 2019 | +27% | +29% | +37% | +39% |
See below for the actual consumption of generations and versions of Volvo XC60.
Volvo XC60 2017 fuel economy
| Average advertised fuel consumption for petrol engines | 31.6 MPG 7.5 l/100km |
| Average real-world fuel consumption for petrol engines | 24.5 MPG 9.6 l/100km |
| Average real gasoline consumption difference * | +32% |
| Average advertised fuel consumption for diesel engines | 44.0 MPG 5.4 l/100km |
| Average real-world fuel consumption for diesel engines | 33.1 MPG 7.1 l/100km |
| Average real diesel consumption difference * | +39% |
Based on user-reported real-world fuel consumption, this generation Volvo XC60 with automatic transmission consumes around 0.4 litres per 100 km or 6% more fuel than a version with the same engine but a manual gearbox.
Compared to similar cars of other manufacturers, the Volvo XC60 advertised fuel economy is slightly better than average, but according to available user reports on actual consumption, real fuel economy is noticeably below average - at least two thirds of similar cars have lower fuel consumption.
The best real fuel economy in its class according to user reviews of all the modifications has modification with 2.0 diesel engine and automatic transmission (Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 D4 AWD 190 HP). However, of all modifications the best advertised fuel economy in its class has Volvo XC60 with 2.0 diesel engine and automatic transmission (Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 D5 AWD 235 HP).
The table below shows the real and claimed fuel consumption and the differences for specific versions.
| Modification | Claimed consumption | Real consumption |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 liter petrol engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2018 2.0 T4 190 HP automatic | 25.0 MPG 9.4 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2020 2.0 B4 197 HP automatic | 26.1 MPG 9.0 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 T5 AWD 249 HP automatic | 32.7 MPG 7.2 l/100km |
25.3 MPG 9.3 l/100km+29% |
| Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 T5 250 HP automatic | 25.6 MPG 9.2 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2018 2.0 T5 250 HP automatic | 24.8 MPG 9.5 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2019 2.0 B5 250 HP automatic | 25.3 MPG 9.3 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2018 2.0 T6 310 HP AWD automatic | 22.0 MPG 10.7 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 T6 AWD 320 HP automatic | 30.5 MPG 7.7 l/100km |
22.6 MPG 10.4 l/100km+35% |
| 2.0 liter diesel engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 D3 150 HP manual | 36.8 MPG 6.4 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2018 2.0 D3 150 HP manual | 35.1 MPG 6.7 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 D4 AWD 190 HP automatic | 45.2 MPG 5.2 l/100km |
32.2 MPG 7.3 l/100km+40% |
| Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 D4 190 HP automatic | 31.8 MPG 7.4 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2018 2.0 D4 190 HP manual | 34.1 MPG 6.9 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2018 2.0 D4 190 HP AWD manual | 34.1 MPG 6.9 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2018 2.0 D4 190 HP automatic | 32.2 MPG 7.3 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2019 2.0 B4 197 HP AWD automatic | 31.8 MPG 7.4 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2017 2.0 D5 AWD 235 HP automatic | 42.8 MPG 5.5 l/100km |
30.9 MPG 7.6 l/100km+38% |
Volvo XC60 2013 fuel economy
| Average advertised fuel consumption for petrol engines | 26.6 MPG 8.8 l/100km |
| Average real-world fuel consumption for petrol engines | 21.2 MPG 11.1 l/100km |
| Average real gasoline consumption difference * | +28% |
| Average advertised fuel consumption for diesel engines | 40.8 MPG 5.8 l/100km |
| Average real-world fuel consumption for diesel engines | 30.4 MPG 7.8 l/100km |
| Average real diesel consumption difference * | +35% |
According to advertised fuel consumption, a Volvo XC60 2013 with automatic transmission consumes on average 0.9 liters per 100 km or 18% more fuel than similar versions with manual gearbox. Based on user-reported real-world fuel consumption, this generation Volvo XC60 with automatic transmission consumes around 0.6 litres per 100 km or 8% more fuel than a version with the same engine but a manual gearbox.
Compared to similar cars from other manufacturers, the Volvo XC60 fuel economy is noticeably below average - at least two thirds of similar cars have lower fuel consumption. The best real fuel economy in its class according to user reviews of all the modifications has modification with 2.4 diesel engine and automatic transmission (Volvo XC60 2013 2.4 D4 AWD 181 HP). However, of all modifications the best advertised fuel economy in its class has Volvo XC60 with 2.4 diesel engine and manual transmission (Volvo XC60 2013 2.4 D4 AWD 181 HP).
The table below shows the real and claimed fuel consumption and the differences for specific versions.
| Modification | Claimed consumption | Real consumption |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 liter petrol engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.0 T5 240 HP automatic | 27.7 MPG 8.5 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2013 2.0 T6 306 HP automatic | 32.2 MPG 7.3 l/100km |
21.2 MPG 11.1 l/100km+52% |
| 2.0 liter diesel engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.0 D3 136 HP manual | 44.4 MPG 5.3 l/100km |
34.1 MPG 6.9 l/100km+30% |
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.0 D3 136 HP automatic | 39.2 MPG 6.0 l/100km |
29.8 MPG 7.9 l/100km+32% |
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.0 D4 163 HP manual | 44.4 MPG 5.3 l/100km |
30.9 MPG 7.6 l/100km+43% |
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.0 D4 163 HP automatic | 39.2 MPG 6.0 l/100km |
28.0 MPG 8.4 l/100km+40% |
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.0 D4 AWD 163 HP manual | 44.4 MPG 5.3 l/100km |
30.9 MPG 7.6 l/100km+43% |
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.0 D4 AWD 163 HP automatic | 36.8 MPG 6.4 l/100km |
28.0 MPG 8.4 l/100km+31% |
| 2.4 liter diesel engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.4 D4 AWD 181 HP manual | 44.4 MPG 5.3 l/100km |
31.4 MPG 7.5 l/100km+42% |
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.4 D4 AWD 181 HP automatic | 36.8 MPG 6.4 l/100km |
32.2 MPG 7.3 l/100km+14% |
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.4 D5 AWD 215 HP manual | 44.4 MPG 5.3 l/100km |
30.5 MPG 7.7 l/100km+45% |
| Volvo XC60 2013 2.4 D5 AWD 215 HP automatic | 36.8 MPG 6.4 l/100km |
28.7 MPG 8.2 l/100km+28% |
| 3.0 liter petrol engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2013 3.0 T6 AWD 304 HP automatic | 22.0 MPG 10.7 l/100km |
21.2 MPG 11.1 l/100km+4% |
Volvo XC60 2008 fuel economy
| Average advertised fuel consumption for petrol engines | 24.8 MPG 9.5 l/100km |
| Average real-world fuel consumption for petrol engines | 19.4 MPG 12.1 l/100km |
| Average real gasoline consumption difference * | insignificant |
| Average advertised fuel consumption for diesel engines | 32.6 MPG 7.2 l/100km |
| Average real-world fuel consumption for diesel engines | 28.6 MPG 8.2 l/100km |
| Average real diesel consumption difference * | +14% |
According to advertised fuel consumption, a Volvo XC60 2008 with automatic transmission consumes on average 0.7 liters per 100 km or 10% more fuel than similar versions with manual gearbox. Based on user-reported real-world fuel consumption, this generation Volvo XC60 with automatic transmission consumes around 0.5 litres per 100 km or 6% more fuel than a version with the same engine but a manual gearbox.
Compared to similar cars from other manufacturers, the Volvo XC60 fuel economy is noticeably below average - at least two thirds of similar cars have lower fuel consumption. The best real fuel economy in its class according to user reviews of all the modifications has modification with 2.4 diesel engine and automatic transmission (Volvo XC60 2009 2.4D 175 HP 4x4). However, of all modifications the best advertised fuel economy in its class has Volvo XC60 with 2.4 diesel engine and manual transmission (Volvo XC60 2009 2.4D 175 HP 4x4).
The table below shows the real and claimed fuel consumption and the differences for specific versions.
| Modification | Claimed consumption | Real consumption |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 liter petrol engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2009 2.0T 203 HP manual | 29.4 MPG 8.0 l/100km |
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| Volvo XC60 2009 2.0T 203 HP automatic | 27.7 MPG 8.5 l/100km |
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| 2.4 liter diesel engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2008 2.4D AWD 163 HP manual | 31.4 MPG 7.5 l/100km |
30.5 MPG 7.7 l/100km+3% |
| Volvo XC60 2008 2.4D AWD 163 HP automatic | 28.3 MPG 8.3 l/100km |
27.4 MPG 8.6 l/100km+4% |
| Volvo XC60 2009 2.4D 175 HP AWD automatic | 34.1 MPG 6.9 l/100km |
34.6 MPG 6.8 l/100km-1% |
| Volvo XC60 2009 2.4D 175 HP AWD manual | 39.2 MPG 6.0 l/100km |
30.9 MPG 7.6 l/100km+27% |
| Volvo XC60 2008 2.4 D5 185 HP AWD manual | 31.4 MPG 7.5 l/100km |
28.3 MPG 8.3 l/100km+11% |
| Volvo XC60 2008 2.4 D5 185 HP AWD automatic | 28.3 MPG 8.3 l/100km |
24.8 MPG 9.5 l/100km+14% |
| Volvo XC60 2009 2.4 D5 AWD 205 HP manual | 34.1 MPG 6.9 l/100km |
28.3 MPG 8.3 l/100km+20% |
| Volvo XC60 2009 2.4 D5 AWD 205 HP automatic | 31.4 MPG 7.5 l/100km |
25.6 MPG 9.2 l/100km+23% |
| Volvo XC60 2011 2.4 D5 AWD 215 HP automatic | 34.6 MPG 6.8 l/100km |
28.7 MPG 8.2 l/100km+21% |
| Volvo XC60 2011 2.4 D5 AWD 215 HP manual | 36.2 MPG 6.5 l/100km |
29.4 MPG 8.0 l/100km+23% |
| 3.0 liter petrol engine | ||
| Volvo XC60 2008 3.0 T6 AWD 285 HP automatic | 19.8 MPG 11.9 l/100km |
19.4 MPG 12.1 l/100km+2% |
* - Difference between advertised and user reported fuel economy has been calculated taking into account only those car versions for which information is available both on the fuel consumption specified by the manufacturer and reported by users.