Volvo XC60 2021 running costs in Ireland
Official UK VCA merged archive figure for the 2021 Volvo XC60: 6.0–6.8 L/100km, 157–169 g/km CO₂. At Ireland prices (€1.84/L petrol), driving 15,000 km a year costs about €1,877 — €0.13 per kilometre, priced on petrol (a plug-in hybrid also uses electricity, which is cheaper per km on home charging).
Official figures — 2021 Volvo XC60
| Fuel types | Plug In Hybrid · Diesel |
|---|---|
| Official consumption | 6.0–6.8 L/100km |
| CO₂ (official) | 157–169 g/km |
| Configurations in source data | 2 |
| Data source | UK VCA merged archive — WLTP test cycle |
What it costs to run in Ireland
| Plug In Hybrid (6.8 L/100km) | €1,877/year |
|---|---|
| NCT | €55.00/year |
| Typical annual road tax | €210/year |
| Estimated annual running cost | €2,142/year ≈ €178/month |
Assumes 15,000 km a year and the current average Ireland prices shown above (AA Ireland average, Sep 2026). Insurance is not included because it depends on your age, history and the policy — add it in the full ownership calculator. Servicing, tyres and repairs also vary by car and driver.
How it compares with other plug in hybrid cars in Ireland
The average plug in hybrid car in our Ireland dataset uses 5.9 L/100km. The 2021 Volvo XC60 uses 6.8 L/100km — about 15.3% more than that average, or roughly €248 extra a year at 15,000 km.
2021 Volvo XC60 — configurations in the official data
| Fuel | Consumption | CO₂ | Engine | Power | Source variant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug In Hybrid | 6.8 L/100km | 169 g/km | — | — | 2 versions · WLTP · median 42 mpg (UK) |
| Diesel | 6.0 L/100km | 157 g/km | — | — | 1 versions · WLTP · median 47 mpg (UK) |
Figures are the official certified values recorded in the UK VCA merged archive, grouped across 2 configurations. Real-world consumption is typically higher than the certified figure.
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These are estimates built from official certified figures and current average prices. They are not financial advice. Verify the exact figure for the car you are buying — consumption varies by trim, tyres and driving style.