Volvo S80 FWD
29 MPG The 2016 Volvo S80 FWD is EPA-rated at 29 MPG combined (25 city / 37 highway). Over 15,000 miles a year that is about 517 gallons, $1655 a year in fuel, or $0.110 per mile at $3.20/gal.
Across its full 2005–2016 run it averages 22.5 MPG, improving by 8.5 MPG over 12 model years.
Running cost at different fuel prices and mileages
The figure everyone actually wants, and the one the EPA does not publish — because it depends on a fuel price no agency will commit to.
| Fuel price | Per mile | 10,000 mi/yr | 15,000 mi/yr | 20,000 mi/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.50/gal | $0.086 | $862 | $1293 | $1724 |
| $3.00/gal | $0.103 | $1034 | $1552 | $2069 |
| $3.20/gal | $0.110 | $1103 | $1655 | $2207 |
| $3.50/gal | $0.121 | $1207 | $1810 | $2414 |
| $4.00/gal | $0.138 | $1379 | $2069 | $2759 |
| $4.50/gal | $0.155 | $1552 | $2328 | $3103 |
| $5.00/gal | $0.172 | $1724 | $2586 | $3448 |
Every model year
| Year | Combined | City | Highway | EPA fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 29 MPG | 25 | 37 | $2150 | 308 | 1 |
| 2015 | 29 MPG | 25 | 36 | $2150 | 310 | 1 |
| 2014 | 23 MPG | 20 | 28 | $2700 | 383 | 1 |
| 2013 | 22 MPG | 19 | 28 | $2850 | 390 | 1 |
| 2012 | 23 MPG | 20 | 28 | $2700 | 386 | 1 |
| 2011 | 22 MPG | 19 | 26 | $2850 | 404 | 1 |
| 2010 | 21 MPG | 18 | 27 | $2950 | 423 | 1 |
| 2009 | 20 MPG | 16 | 25 | $3100 | 444 | 1 |
| 2008 | 19 MPG | 16 | 24 | $4050 | 468 | 1 |
| 2007 | 19 MPG | 16 | 25 | $4050 | 468 | 1 |
| 2006 | 22 MPG | 19 | 27 | $3500 | 404 | 1 |
| 2005 | 20.5 MPG | 17 | 25.5 | $3775 | 436 | 2 |
Where a model year offered several engines or drivetrains, the figure is the average across all EPA-tested trims that year — the trim count is shown so you can see how much averaging is involved.
How it compares in its class
Among the 261 midsize cars models tracked here, the Volvo S80 FWD ranks 53 on current figures, against a class average of 27.2 MPG.
Closest more-efficient alternatives in the same class: Kia Forte (29.3), BMW 530i xDrive Sedan (30), Infiniti Q70 Hybrid (30), Nissan Altima (30), Subaru Impreza Sport 4-Door (30).
Tailpipe CO₂ is rated at 308 grams per mile, which works out to roughly 4.6 tonnes a year at 15,000 miles.
Questions
What MPG does the Volvo S80 FWD get?
The 2016 Volvo S80 FWD is rated at 29 MPG combined by the EPA — 25 city and 37 highway. Across all 12 model years in the database it averages 22.5 MPG, ranging from 19 to 29 depending on year and trim.
How much does a Volvo S80 FWD cost in fuel per year?
At 29 MPG and 15,000 miles a year, it burns about 517 gallons — roughly $1655 a year with fuel at $3.20 a gallon, or $0.110 per mile. The EPA's own published annual figure for the 2016 model is $2150.
Has the Volvo S80 FWD become more efficient over time?
Yes. It has gone from 20.5 MPG in 2005 to 29 in 2016 — an improvement of 8.5 MPG, or 41% across 12 model years.
Is the Volvo S80 FWD efficient for its class?
It ranks 53 of 261 in the Midsize Cars class on current figures, against a class average of 27.2 MPG. That is 1.8 better than typical for the class.
EPA test figures from fueleconomy.gov. Cost per mile and annual fuel spend are computed at a reference price of $3.20 per gallon — use your own price. Estimates based on official test figures and average fuel prices. Real-world consumption varies with driving style, load, terrain and maintenance.