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2020 Volvo S90 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 5 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2019 2021 →

Fuel tank capacity

15.9gal · 60 L

The 2020 Volvo S90 has a fuel tank capacity of 15.9 gallons (60 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 493 highway miles or 334–445 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.9 gal · Smaller than 67% of 2020 models we list.

Highway range
493 mi
City range
334–445 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA combined
25–30 MPG
EPA size class
Midsize Cars

2020 Volvo S90 fuel tank capacity by trim

What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table

Powertrain
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 5 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
T6 Inscription 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD MPG 21 / 31Range 334 / 493 mi 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 21 / 31 334 / 493 mi
T6 Momentum 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD MPG 21 / 31Range 334 / 493 mi 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 21 / 31 334 / 493 mi
T6 R-Design 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD MPG 21 / 31Range 334 / 493 mi 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 21 / 31 334 / 493 mi
T8 Inscription Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD Plug-in hybrid MPG 28 / 31Range 445 / 493 mi 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A Plug-in hybrid AWD 15.9 gal60 L 28 / 31 445 / 493 mi
T8 R-Design Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD Plug-in hybrid MPG 28 / 31Range 445 / 493 mi 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A Plug-in hybrid AWD 15.9 gal60 L 28 / 31 445 / 493 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 2020 Volvo S90 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 25 MPG, a full 15.9-gallon tank covers about 398 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.9493334
3/411.9370250
1/28.0246167
1/44.012383
1/82.06242

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 600 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
25–30 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
163–357 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
5–10 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2020 Volvo S90

$83.95 to fill the 15.9-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.9 galPremium$5.28$83.95$62.96

By region, 15.9-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$78.39
Midwest$5.37$85.38
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$72.66
Rocky Mountain$5.12$81.41
West Coast$6.08$96.67
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$101.12

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

  • 15.9-gallon tank$83.95
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,168

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

S90 tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2020: 15.9 gal, up from 14.5–15.9 gal on the 2019 S90.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2025 S90 15.9 gal 493 mi
2024 S90 15.9 gal 525 mi
2023 S90 15.9 gal 525 mi
2022 S90 15.9 gal 493 mi
2021 S90 15.9 gal 509 mi
2020 S90 15.9 gal 493 mi
2019 S90 14.5–15.9 gal 525 mi
2018 S90 13.2–15.9 gal 493 mi
2017 S90 14.5–15.9 gal 493 mi
1998 S90 20.3 gal 467 mi
1997 S90 20.3 gal Not rated
Volvo S90 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
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2020 Volvo S90 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2020 Volvo S90, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpJun 2, 2021 · NHTSA 21V414000 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · 85,550 vehicles

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2020 V90, XC60, S60, V60, V60CC, S90, V90CC, S90L, and XC90 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump can blow a fuse and fail.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Failure of the low-pressure fuel pump can cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-888-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10100.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2020 Volvo S90?

The 2020 Volvo S90 holds 15.9 gallons (60 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2020 Volvo S90 gas tank hold?

The 2020 Volvo S90 tank holds 60 liters, or 15.9 gallons in US gallons.

Does the 2020 Volvo S90 tank change with the powertrain?

No. Gas and Plug-in hybrid versions of the 2020 Volvo S90 use the same 15.9 gal tank.

How far can a 2020 Volvo S90 go on a full tank?

About 493 miles on the highway and 334–445 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 2020 Volvo S90 go on a quarter tank?

About 123 highway miles or 83 in town from the 15.9-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2020 Volvo S90 take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2020 Volvo S90?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.9-gallon tank from empty costs $83.95. It ranges from $72.66 in the Gulf Coast to $101.12 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2020 Volvo S90?

About 99 pounds for the 15.9-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Has the 2020 Volvo S90 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2020 Volvo S90: 21V414000 (delivery · fuel pump). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

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).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2020 Volvo models

S6014.5–15.9 gallons V6014.5 gallons V9015.9 gallons V90 Cross Country15.9 gallons XC4014.2 gallons XC6018.5–18.8 gallons XC9018.5–18.8 gallons