2006 Volvo S80 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

18.0gal · 68 L

The 2006 Volvo S80 has a fuel tank capacity of 18.0 gallons (68 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 450–486 highway miles or 306–342 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

18.0 gal · Smaller than 63% of 2006 models we list.

Highway range
450–486 mi
City range
306–342 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
20–22 MPG
EPA size class
Midsize Cars

2006 Volvo S80 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 2 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2.5T 4dr Sedan 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 342 / 486 mi 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A FWD 18.0 gal68 L 19 / 27 342 / 486 mi
2.5T 4dr Sedan AWD 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A · AWD MPG 17 / 25Range 306 / 450 mi 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A AWD 18.0 gal68 L 17 / 25 306 / 450 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2006 Volvo S80 goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 22 MPG, a full 18.0-gallon tank covers about 396 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full18.0486342
3/413.5365257
1/29.0243171
1/44.512286
1/82.36143

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 682 gallons, roughly 38 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
20–22 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
404–444 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2006 Volvo S80

$95.04 to fill the 18.0-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
18.0 galPremium$5.28$95.04$71.28

By region, 18.0-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$88.74
Midwest$5.37$96.66
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$82.26
Rocky Mountain$5.12$92.16
West Coast$6.08$109.44
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$114.48

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 18.0-gallon tank$95.04
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,600

Starts at the US average for premium; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

S80 tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2006: 18.0 gal, down from 18.0–21.1 gal on the 2005 S80.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2011 S80 18.5 gal 500 mi
2010 S80 18.5 gal 500 mi
2009 S80 18.5 gal 463 mi
2008 S80 18.5 gal 444 mi
2007 S80 18.5 gal 463 mi
2006 S80 18.0 gal 486 mi
2005 S80 18.0–21.1 gal 506 mi
2004 S80 21.1 gal 549 mi
2003 S80 21.1 gal 528 mi
2002 S80 21.1 gal 485 mi
2001 S80 21.1 gal 528 mi
Volvo S80 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2006 Volvo S80 vs similar 2006 sedans

At 18.0 gallons, the S80's largest tank ranks fourth of the seven 2006 sedans compared here. The Lexus GS 430 carries the most (18.8 gal) and the Cadillac CTS-V the least (17.0 gal).

2006 modelTankLongest highway range
Lexus GS 430 18.8 gal 432 mi
BMW 5 Series 18.5 gal 518 mi
Saab 9-5 18.5 gal 500 mi
Volvo S80 18.0 gal 486 mi
Lincoln LS 18.0 gal 414 mi
Acura TL 17.1 gal 445 mi
Cadillac CTS-V 17.0 gal 391 mi

Other 2006 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2006 Volvo S80 fuel system recalls

None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2006 Volvo S80 involve the fuel system.

All Volvo fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

2006 Volvo S80 fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2006 Volvo S80, so a failed pump or gauge is a normal repair. These are the part numbers the makers list for it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2006 Volvo S80?

The 2006 Volvo S80 holds 18.0 gallons (68 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2006 Volvo S80 gas tank hold?

The 2006 Volvo S80 tank holds 68 liters, or 18.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2006 Volvo S80 gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2006 Volvo S80 use the same 18.0 gal tank.

How far can a 2006 Volvo S80 go on a full tank?

About 450–486 miles on the highway and 306–342 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2006 Volvo S80 go on a quarter tank?

About 122 highway miles or 86 in town from the 18.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.5 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2006 Volvo S80 take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2006 Volvo S80?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 18.0-gallon tank from empty costs $95.04. It ranges from $82.26 in the Gulf Coast to $114.48 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2006 Volvo S80?

About 112 pounds for the 18.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2006 Volvo S80 have a bigger gas tank than the BMW 5 Series?

No. The 2006 BMW 5 Series holds up to 18.5 gallons; the 2006 Volvo S80 holds up to 18.0.

Has the 2006 Volvo S80 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2006 Volvo S80 involve the fuel system.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Volvo fuel system recalls).

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