2016 Volvo XC90 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity
Fuel tank capacity
13.2–18.8gal · 50–71 L
The 2016 Volvo XC90 has a fuel tank capacity of 13.2 to 18.8 gallons (50–71 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 18.8 gallons, used on 10 trims.
A full tank is good for roughly 356–489 highway miles or 317–414 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
18.8 gal · Bigger than 57% of 2016 models we list.
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2016 Volvo XC90 fuel tank capacity by trim
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- Powertrain
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All 13 trims
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | Fuel | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T8 Inscription Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) Plug-in hybrid MPG 24 / 27Range 317 / 356 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A Plug-in hybrid | AWD | 13.2 gal50 L | Premiumrecommended | 24 / 27 | 317 / 356 mi |
| T8 Momentum Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) Plug-in hybrid MPG 24 / 27Range 317 / 356 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A Plug-in hybrid | AWD | 13.2 gal50 L | Premiumrecommended | 24 / 27 | 317 / 356 mi |
| T8 R-Design Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) Plug-in hybrid MPG 24 / 27Range 317 / 356 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A Plug-in hybrid | AWD | 13.2 gal50 L | Premiumrecommended | 24 / 27 | 317 / 356 mi |
| T5 Inscription 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 26Range 414 / 489 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A | FWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrecommended | 22 / 26 | 414 / 489 mi |
| T5 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 25Range 414 / 470 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A | AWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrecommended | 22 / 25 | 414 / 470 mi |
| T5 Momentum 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 26Range 414 / 489 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A | FWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrecommended | 22 / 26 | 414 / 489 mi |
| T5 Momentum 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 25Range 414 / 470 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A | AWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrecommended | 22 / 25 | 414 / 470 mi |
| T5 R-Design 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 26Range 414 / 489 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A | FWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrecommended | 22 / 26 | 414 / 489 mi |
| T5 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 25Range 414 / 470 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A | AWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrecommended | 22 / 25 | 414 / 470 mi |
| T6 First Edition 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (required) MPG 20 / 25Range 376 / 470 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A | AWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrequired | 20 / 25 | 376 / 470 mi |
| T6 Inscription 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (required) MPG 20 / 25Range 376 / 470 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A | AWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrequired | 20 / 25 | 376 / 470 mi |
| T6 Momentum 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (required) MPG 20 / 25Range 376 / 470 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A | AWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrequired | 20 / 25 | 376 / 470 mi |
| T6 R-Design 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A · AWD · Premium (required) MPG 20 / 25Range 376 / 470 mi | 2.0L 4cyl Twincharger 8A | AWD | 18.8 gal71 L | Premiumrequired | 20 / 25 | 376 / 470 mi |
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Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG (worked out from the rated MPG where the EPA range wasn't published).
How far a 2016 Volvo XC90 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 18.8-gallon tank covers about 414 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 18.8 | 470 | 376 |
| 3/4 | 14.1 | 353 | 282 |
| 1/2 | 9.4 | 235 | 188 |
| 1/4 | 4.7 | 118 | 94 |
| 1/8 | 2.4 | 59 | 47 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 682 gallons, roughly 36 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
- 22–25 MPG
- Tailpipe CO2
- 241–397 g/mi
- EPA greenhouse score
- 5–8 of 10
- Source
- EPA ratings
What it costs to fill up a 2016 Volvo XC90
$99.26 to fill the 18.8-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.
| Tank | Fuel | US avg / gal | From empty | From 1/4 tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13.2 gal | Premium | $5.28 | $69.70 | $52.27 |
| 18.8 gal | Premium | $5.28 | $99.26 | $74.45 |
By region, 18.8-gallon tank
| Region | Premium / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.93 | $92.68 |
| Midwest | $5.37 | $100.96 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $4.57 | $85.92 |
| Rocky Mountain | $5.12 | $96.26 |
| West Coast | $6.08 | $114.30 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $6.36 | $119.57 |
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
- 13.2-gallon tank$69.70
- 18.8-gallon tank$99.26
- 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.
XC90 tank size in other years
The tank changed for 2016: 13.2–18.8 gal, down from 21.1 gal on the 2014 XC90.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 XC90 | 18.5–18.8 gal | 564 mi |
| 2020 XC90 | 18.5–18.8 gal | 564 mi |
| 2019 XC90 | 18.5–18.8 gal | 545 mi |
| 2018 XC90 | 13.2–18.8 gal | 545 mi |
| 2017 XC90 | 13.2–18.8 gal | 489 mi |
| 2016 XC90 | 13.2–18.8 gal | 489 mi |
| 2014 XC90 | 21.1 gal | 528 mi |
| 2013 XC90 | 21.1 gal | 485 mi |
| 2012 XC90 | 21.1 gal | 485 mi |
| 2011 XC90 | 21.1 gal | 464 mi |
| 2010 XC90 | 21.1 gal | 464 mi |
2016 Volvo XC90 vs similar 2016 SUVs
At 18.8 gallons, the XC90's largest tank ranks sixth of the seven 2016 SUVs compared here. The Land Rover Range Rover carries the most (27.7 gal) and the Lincoln MKX the least (18.0 gal).
| 2016 model | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Range Rover | 22.5–27.7 gal | 653 mi |
| Porsche Cayenne | 21.1–26.4 gal | 766 mi |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe | 24.0 gal | 552 mi |
| BMW X6 | 22.4 gal | 560 mi |
| Cadillac SRX | 21.0 gal | 504 mi |
| Volvo XC90 | 13.2–18.8 gal | 489 mi |
| Lincoln MKX | 18.0 gal | 468 mi |
Other 2016 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.
2016 Volvo XC90 fuel system recalls
None of the 8 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2016 Volvo XC90 involve the fuel system.
2016 Volvo XC90 fuel pump and gauge parts
NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2016 Volvo XC90, 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 2016 Volvo XC90?
The 2016 Volvo XC90 holds between 13.2 and 18.8 gallons, depending on the trim. 18.8 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 13.2-gallon tank is on the T8 Inscription Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD.
How many gallons and liters does the 2016 Volvo XC90 gas tank hold?
The 2016 Volvo XC90 tank holds 50–71 liters, or 13.2–18.8 gallons in US gallons.
Which 2016 Volvo XC90 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 7 other trims. The smallest tank, 13.2 gallons, is on the T8 Inscription Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD.
Does the 2016 Volvo XC90 tank change with the powertrain?
Yes. Plug-in hybrid: 13.2 gal; Gas: 18.8 gal.
Does AWD change the 2016 Volvo XC90 gas tank?
Yes. AWD: 13.2–18.8 gal; FWD: 18.8 gal.
How far can a 2016 Volvo XC90 go on a full tank?
About 356–489 miles on the highway and 317–414 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 2016 Volvo XC90 go on a quarter tank?
About 118 highway miles or 94 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 2016 Volvo XC90 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 2016 Volvo XC90?
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 2016 Volvo XC90?
About 117 pounds for the 18.8-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2016 Volvo XC90 have a bigger gas tank than the BMW X6?
No. The 2016 BMW X6 holds up to 22.4 gallons; the 2016 Volvo XC90 holds up to 18.8.
Has the 2016 Volvo XC90 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
No. None of the 8 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2016 Volvo XC90 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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