Volvo XC90 2023 running costs in United Kingdom
Official UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP) figure for the 2023 Volvo XC90: 32 mpg (UK), 197 g/km CO₂. At United Kingdom prices (£1.64/L petrol), driving 12,000 miles a year costs about £2,755 — £0.14 per mile, priced on petrol (a plug-in hybrid also uses electricity, which is cheaper per km on home charging).
Official figures — 2023 Volvo XC90
| Fuel type | Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Official consumption | 32.5 mpg (UK) |
| CO₂ (official) | 197 g/km |
| Engine size | 1,969 cc |
| Power | 184 kW |
| Configurations in source data | 1 |
| Data source | UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP) — WLTP test cycle |
What it costs to run in United Kingdom
| Hybrid (32.5 mpg (UK)) | £2,755/year |
|---|---|
| MOT | £54.85/year |
| Typical annual road tax | £190/year |
| Estimated annual running cost | £3,000/year ≈ £250/month |
Assumes 12,000 miles a year and the current average United Kingdom prices shown above (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, Sep 2026 (164.4p)). 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 hybrid cars in United Kingdom
The average hybrid car in our United Kingdom dataset uses 5.9 L/100km. The 2023 Volvo XC90 uses 8.7 L/100km — about 47.5% more than that average, or roughly £887 extra a year at 12,000 miles.
2023 Volvo XC90 — configurations in the official data
| Fuel | Consumption | CO₂ | Engine | Power | Source variant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 8.7 L/100km | 197 g/km | 1969 cc | 184 kW | B5 Ultimate AWD · 4 versions (median WLTP) |
Figures are the official certified values recorded in the UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP), grouped across 1 configuration. 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.