2021 Volvo V90 FWD MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2021 Volvo V90 FWD gets an EPA-estimated 22/33 MPG (city/highway) and 26 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,900/year fuel cost and 339 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2 L 4-cyl.
The 2021 Volvo V90 FWD with the 2-liter 4-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 22 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway, for a combined 26 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 2 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Station Wagons |
| MPG — city | 22 |
| MPG — highway | 33 |
| MPG — combined | 26 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,900 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 339 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 5/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 26 MPG, the 2021 Volvo V90 FWD sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about 19% better than the typical Midsize Station Wagons of its era (22 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,900 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2021 Volvo V90 FWD. Over five years that is roughly $14,500 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2021 Volvo V90 FWD emits approximately 339 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 5 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.