Against 429 other V6 cars rated 2014–2016, the S80 beats their 21.8 mpg average by 7.2 mpg, about $437 a year. Averaged over the years each was sold, the most economical engine since 1999, the 2L 4-cyl (2015–2016), does 29 mpg and the thirstiest, the 4.4L 8-cyl (2007–2010), 18: $809 a year apart.
Every Volvo S80 engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl | 25 / 36.5 | 2015–2016 | $1,324 | |
| 3L 6-cyl | 19 / 28 | 2015–2015 | $1,745 | |
| 2.5L 5-cyl | 18.3 / 26.7 | 2004–2006 | $1,770 | |
| 3.2L 6-cyl | 18 / 26.3 | 2007–2014 | $1,820 | |
| 2.9L 6-cyl | 16.9 / 24.4 | 1999–2005 | $1,959 | |
| 4.4L 8-cyl | 15 / 22.5 | 2007–2010 | $2,133 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2016) | $0.110 |
| Fuel per year | $1,324 |
| Fuel over five years | $6,620 |
| Against other V6 cars, 2014–2016 | −$437 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $3,444 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2016 Volvo S80 gives up 12 mpg in town: 37 on the highway against 25 in the city, $498 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2016) | 25 mpg | $1,536 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 37 mpg | $1,038 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +12 mpg (48%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the S80 changed over the years
The S80 peaked in 2016 at 29 mpg (25 city, 37 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2008 at 18.5 — 10.5 mpg apart, or $752 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other. The 2016 model gains 3.5 mpg against 25.5 for the 2015, with 1 version instead of 2.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 25 / 37 | 1 | $1,324 | |
| 2015 | 22 / 32 | 2 | $1,506 | |
| 2014 | 20 / 28 | 1 | $1,670 | |
| 2013 | 19 / 28 | 1 | $1,745 | |
| 2012 | 20 / 28 | 1 | $1,670 | |
| 2011 | 19 / 26 | 1 | $1,745 | |
| 2010 | 16.5 / 24.5 | 2 | $1,969 | |
| 2009 | 15.5 / 23.5 | 2 | $2,021 | |
| 2008 | 15.5 / 23.5 | 2 | $2,076 | |
| 2007 | 15.5 / 23.5 | 2 | $2,076 | |
| 2006 | 19 / 27 | 1 | $1,745 | |
| 2005 | 17 / 25.5 | 2 | $1,873 | |
| 2004 | 18 / 25.5 | 2 | $1,873 | |
| 2003 | 18 / 25 | 1 | $1,920 | |
| 2002 | 16 / 23 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2001 | 17 / 25 | 1 | $1,920 | |
| 2000 | 16 / 24 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 1999 | 17 / 25 | 1 | $1,920 |
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How we count
This page rests on 25 EPA ratings of the Volvo S80 — 6 engines across 1999–2016. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $3,444. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2016 Volvo S80 get?
29 mpg combined, 25 city and 37 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1999 the S80 has averaged 20.9 mpg.
Is the 2016 S80 more efficient than the 2015?
Yes: 29 against 25.5 mpg combined, about $182 a year less to run.
Which S80 year has the best gas mileage?
The 2016, at 29 mpg combined (25 city, 37 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
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