The 2020 Volvo XC60 has a fuel tank capacity of 18.5 to 18.8 gallons (70–71 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 18.8 gallons, used on 9 trims.
A full tank is good for roughly 508–545 highway miles or 357–481 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
020 gal40 gal
18.8 gal · Bigger than 58% of 2020 models we list.
T5 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended)MPG 20 / 27Range 376 / 508 mi
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
18.8 gal71 L
Premiumrecommended
20 / 27
376 / 508 mi
T6 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (required)MPG 19 / 27Range 357 / 508 mi
2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A
AWD
18.8 gal71 L
Premiumrequired
19 / 27
357 / 508 mi
T6 Momentum 4dr SUV AWD2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (required)MPG 19 / 27Range 357 / 508 mi
2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A
AWD
18.8 gal71 L
Premiumrequired
19 / 27
357 / 508 mi
T6 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (required)MPG 19 / 27Range 357 / 508 mi
2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A
AWD
18.8 gal71 L
Premiumrequired
19 / 27
357 / 508 mi
No trim matches all of these filters.
Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG. "Not published" means no source we trust gives that trim's tank size.
How far a 2020 Volvo XC60 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 24 MPG, a full 18.8-gallon tank covers about 451 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
18.8
545
414
3/4
14.1
409
310
1/2
9.4
273
207
1/4
4.7
136
103
1/8
2.4
68
52
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 625 gallons, roughly 33 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.
At 18.8 gallons, the XC60's largest tank ranks second of the seven 2020 SUVs compared here. The Porsche Macan carries the most (19.8 gal) and the Lexus NX 300h the least (14.8 gal).
Other 2020 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.
2020 Volvo XC60 fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2020 Volvo XC60, out of 6 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.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2020 Volvo XC60?
The 2020 Volvo XC60 holds between 18.5 and 18.8 gallons, depending on the trim. 18.8 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 18.5-gallon tank is on the T8 Inscription Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD.
How many gallons and liters does the 2020 Volvo XC60 gas tank hold?
The 2020 Volvo XC60 tank holds 70–71 liters, or 18.5–18.8 gallons in US gallons.
Which 2020 Volvo XC60 has the biggest gas tank?
The 18.8-gallon tank is on the T5 Inscription 4dr SUV, T5 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD, T5 Momentum 4dr SUV and 6 other trims. The smallest tank, 18.5 gallons, is on the T8 Inscription Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD.
Does the 2020 Volvo XC60 tank change with the powertrain?
Yes. Plug-in hybrid: 18.5 gal; Gas: 18.8 gal.
Does AWD change the 2020 Volvo XC60 gas tank?
Yes. AWD: 18.5–18.8 gal; FWD: 18.8 gal.
How far can a 2020 Volvo XC60 go on a full tank?
About 508–545 miles on the highway and 357–481 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 XC60 go on a quarter tank?
About 136 highway miles or 103 in town from the 18.8-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.7 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 2020 Volvo XC60 take?
Premium unleaded (recommended), or Premium unleaded (required), depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2020 Volvo XC60?
At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 18.8-gallon tank from empty costs $99.26. It ranges from $85.92 in the Gulf Coast to $119.57 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2020 Volvo XC60?
About 117 pounds for the 18.8-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2020 Volvo XC60 have a bigger gas tank than the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class?
Yes. The 2020 Volvo XC60 holds up to 18.8 gallons; the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class holds up to 17.4.
Has the 2020 Volvo XC60 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2020 Volvo XC60: 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).