2016 Volvo XC90 AWD Rated at 22 MPG Combined
Fuel economy ratings are in the for the new 2016 Volvo XC90 with all-wheel drive.
Volvo’s new SUV will deliver 20 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway for a combined rating of 22 mpg. Power comes from a small turbocharged and supercharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission, making 316 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.
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Those ratings put the new XC90 ahead of its predecessor by four mpg in the city and two on the highway. Initially, all models will be fitted with all-wheel drive.
Eventually, a 400-hp plug-in hybrid model will join the XC90 lineup.
The 2016 Volvo XC90 is on sale now.
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Gaining just 4 mpg city and 2 mpg highway while going from regular to premium fuel. Is it worth it? I'd like to see what the inline six could do if paired with the new transmission.
What is up with the ugliness?! Disappointing Volvo styling.