Does the 2026 Volvo XC90 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$300extra a year
- Premium listed for the B5 Core AWD.
- All 11 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 | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| B5 Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| B6 Core AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| B6 Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| B5 Ultra AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| B6 Ultra AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| B6 Ultra Dark Theme AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| T8 Core AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 27 | $711 | $844 |
| T8 Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 27 | $711 | $844 |
| T8 Ultra AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 27 | $711 | $844 |
| T8 Ultra Dark Theme AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 27 | $711 | $844 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Volvo XC90 | B5 Core AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar | P250 S AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Land Rover Discovery | S AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Audi Q7 | Premium 45 quattro | Premium |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE | 350 RWD | 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