2006 Volvo V70 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

18.0–18.5gal · 68–70 L

The 2006 Volvo V70 has a fuel tank capacity of 18.0 to 18.5 gallons (68–70 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 18.0 gallons, used on 2 trims.

A full tank is good for roughly 414–500 highway miles or 288–352 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

18.5 gal · Smaller than 58% of 2006 models we list.

Highway range
414–500 mi
City range
288–352 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
18–22 MPG
EPA size class
Midsize Station Wagons

2006 Volvo V70 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
Engine

All 3 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2.5T 4dr Wagon 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A · FWD MPG 18 / 27Range 324 / 486 mi 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 5A FWD 18.0 gal68 L 18 / 27 324 / 486 mi
R 4dr Wagon AWD 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M · AWD MPG 16 / 23Range 288 / 414 mi 2.5L 5cyl Turbo 6M AWD 18.0 gal68 L 16 / 23 288 / 414 mi
2.4 4dr Wagon 2.4L 5cyl 5M · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 352 / 500 mi 2.4L 5cyl 5M FWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 27 352 / 500 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 V70 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 18.5-gallon tank covers about 407 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full18.5500352
3/413.9375264
1/29.3250176
1/44.612588
1/82.36244

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 682 gallons, roughly 37 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
18–22 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
404–494 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2006 Volvo V70

$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
18.5 galPremium$5.28$97.68$73.26

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
  • 18.5-gallon tank$97.68
  • 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.

V70 tank size in other years

The 2006 V70 uses the same 18.0–18.5 gal tank sizes as every V70 since 2004.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2010 V70 18.5 gal 500 mi
2009 V70 18.5 gal 463 mi
2008 V70 18.5 gal 444 mi
2007 V70 18.0–18.5 gal 500 mi
2006 V70 18.0–18.5 gal 500 mi
2005 V70 18.0–18.5 gal 500 mi
2004 V70 18.0–18.5 gal 500 mi
2003 V70 21.1 gal 570 mi
2002 V70 21.1 gal 528 mi
2001 V70 18.5–21.1 gal 549 mi
Volvo V70 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2006 Volvo V70 fuel system recalls

None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2006 Volvo V70 involve the fuel system.

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2006 Volvo V70 fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2006 Volvo V70, 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 V70?

The 2006 Volvo V70 holds between 18.0 and 18.5 gallons, depending on the trim. 18.0 gallons is the usual size; the 18.5-gallon tank comes on the 2.4 4dr Wagon (2.4L 5cyl 5M).

How many gallons and liters does the 2006 Volvo V70 gas tank hold?

The 2006 Volvo V70 tank holds 68–70 liters, or 18.0–18.5 gallons in US gallons.

Which 2006 Volvo V70 has the biggest gas tank?

The 18.5-gallon tank is on the 2.4 4dr Wagon. The smallest tank, 18.0 gallons, is on the 2.5T 4dr Wagon.

Does AWD change the 2006 Volvo V70 gas tank?

Yes. FWD: 18.0–18.5 gal; AWD: 18.0 gal.

How far can a 2006 Volvo V70 go on a full tank?

About 414–500 miles on the highway and 288–352 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 V70 go on a quarter tank?

About 125 highway miles or 88 in town from the 18.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2006 Volvo V70 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 V70?

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 V70?

About 115 pounds for the 18.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Has the 2006 Volvo V70 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2006 Volvo V70 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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