Against 344 other Hybrid cars rated 2024–2026, the XC40 trails their 28 mpg average by 1 mpg, about $51 a year.
Every Volvo XC40 engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl | 23 / 32.5 | 2019–2022 | $1,449 | |
| 2L 4-cyl Hybrid | 24 / 31 | 2023–2026 | $1,449 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Toyota RAV4 gets 37.5 mpg, the Jeep Wrangler 18.8 mpg and the Mazda CX-5 27 mpg, next to 27 mpg for the 2026 XC40.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2026) | $0.119 |
| Fuel per year | $1,422 |
| Fuel over five years | $7,110 |
| Against other Hybrid cars, 2024–2026 | +$51 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,625 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2026 Volvo XC40 gives up 7 mpg in town: 32 on the highway against 25 in the city, $336 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2026) | 25 mpg | $1,536 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 32 mpg | $1,200 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +7 mpg (28%) | Typical for its type |
How the XC40 changed over the years
The XC40 peaked in 2026 at 27 mpg (25 city, 32 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 2025 at 26 — 1 mpg apart, or $55 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 / 32 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2025 | 23 / 30 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2024 | 24 / 30 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2023 | 24 / 32 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2022 | 23 / 32 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2021 | 23 / 32 | 1 | $1,477 | |
| 2020 | 23 / 33 | 1 | $1,422 | |
| 2019 | 23 / 33 | 1 | $1,422 |
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How we count
This page rests on 8 EPA ratings of the Volvo XC40 — 2 engines across 2019–2026. 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 $2,625. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2026 Volvo XC40 get?
27 mpg combined, 25 city and 32 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2019 the XC40 has averaged 26.5 mpg.
Is the 2026 XC40 more efficient than the 2025?
Yes: 27 against 26 mpg combined, about $55 a year less to run.
Which XC40 year has the best gas mileage?
The 2026, at 27 mpg combined (25 city, 32 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
Does the XC40 get better gas mileage than the Toyota RAV4?
No: 27 mpg for the 2026 XC40 against 37.5 for the 2026 Toyota RAV4, about $398 a year more to run.
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