Does the 2026 Volvo XC60 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$277extra a year
- Premium listed for the B5 Core AWD.
- All 9 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more. Electric miles 50%.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B5 Core AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| B5 Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| B5 Ultra AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| B5 Ultra Black Edition AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| T8 Core AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $686 | $814 |
| T8 Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $686 | $814 |
| T8 Ultra AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $686 | $814 |
| T8 Ultra Black Edition AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $686 | $814 |
| T8 Polestar Engineered AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 28 | $686 | $814 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Volvo XC60 | B5 Core AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC | 300 RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport | Landmark AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | Core S AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Alfa Romeo Stelvio | AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Genesis GV70 | 2.5T AWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree