Volvo XC40 MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Volvo XC40 MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 2019 to 2026.
XC40 MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 23 configurations of the XC40 across gas and electric versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains. The electric XC40 Recharge was renamed the EX40 for 2025, so both names are covered on this page.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC40 B4Mild hybridPremium Gasoline | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | 25 | 32 | 27 | View |
| XC40 B5 AWDMild hybridPremium Gasoline | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | View |
| EX40Electric, MPGe | Electric, 296 mi range | Auto (1-speed) | RWD | 118 | 94 | 106 | View |
| EX40 TwinElectric, MPGe | Electric, 260 mi range | Auto (1-speed) | AWD | 103 | 85 | 94 | View |
Electric and hydrogen versions are rated in MPGe, so compare them with each other rather than with the MPG figures.
XC40 MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every XC40 configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers. Electric versions are rated in MPGe, so they're left out of the chart and listed in the table instead.
Years When XC40 Fuel Economy Changed
The XC40's ratings stay flat for long stretches. These are the model years where something changed enough to matter when you're comparing used ones.
- 2021: An electric XC40 joins the lineup at 79 MPGe combined, with up to 208 miles of EPA range.
How the XC40 Compares
The EPA rated 69 small SUVs for 2026. The best XC40 version, at 27 MPG combined, ties for 30th with 8 other models of 69. Combined ratings in the class run from 20 to 53 MPG, with a median of 27. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kia Niro | 53 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG |
| 3 | Kia Sportage | 42 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Corolla Cross | 42 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus NX | 40 MPG |
| 30 | Volvo XC40 | 27 MPG |
What Does a XC40 Cost to Fuel or Charge?
Pick a XC40, then enter your gas price (or electricity rate for an electric version) and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
XC40 MPG Questions
Which XC40 year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2019 and 2020 XC40 FWD holds the top EPA rating at 27 MPG combined (23 city, 33 highway). Among 2026 models, the XC40 B4 is rated at 27 MPG combined.
Is there still a gas-only XC40?
Yes. The 2026 XC40 lineup includes 2 gas-only versions, rated 26 to 27 MPG combined.
Does all-wheel drive hurt XC40 fuel economy?
A little. On the 2026 XC40, the best front-wheel drive version is rated at 27 MPG combined and the best all-wheel drive version at 26 MPG.
How efficient is the electric XC40?
The most efficient 2026 EX40 is rated at 106 MPGe combined, which works out to 31.7 kWh per 100 miles. Its EPA range is 296 miles. Range across 2026 versions runs from 260 to 296 miles.
Why doesn't my XC40 match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
This page was built by Cedrick Reese from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, which holds 23 ratings for the Volvo XC40 from 2019 to 2026. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Electric versions are rated in MPGe, the EPA's miles-per-gallon equivalent, and the table also shows their official range. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas or electricity price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov