What is the fuel consumption of the 2026 Volvo XC60 B5?
According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (AWD) uses 9 L/100 km combined (10 city, 7.8 highway).
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The 2026 Volvo XC60 B5 is in the Natural Resources Canada fuel-consumption ratings for new light-duty vehicles sold in Canada. 1 configuration are listed, with official L/100 km or electric range. MSRP is shown only when a separate published Canadian price has been checked.
Updated Sources: Natural Resources Canada (fuel consumption ratings)
According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (AWD) uses 9 L/100 km combined (10 city, 7.8 highway).
Yes. AWD is standard on every configuration NRCan rates.
Yes. Transport Canada has published 1 safety recall covering the 2026 or newer Volvo XC60 B5. The list, with what to do, is in the Recalls section of this page.
Its Vehonix efficiency score is 5.8/10. It ranks #131 of 283 SUV models for fuel use.
The closest matches by body style and price are the Mazda CX-5, Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC, BMW X2 M35i xDrive and Jeep Compass. The Rivals section compares price, fuel use and power.
AWD for winter
Winter tires still matter most (mandatory in Quebec Dec. 1 to Mar. 15).
Combined fuel use (NRCan)
Source: Natural Resources Canada 2026 Fuel Consumption Guide open data, for every rated configuration.
Dimensions, capacity and EnerGuide label figures have not been verified for this model yet.
| Trim | AWD |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Automatic (AS8) |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| City (NRCan) | 10 L/100 km |
| Highway (NRCan) | 7.8 L/100 km |
| Combined (NRCan) | 9 L/100 km |
| CO2 | 212 g/km |
| MSRP | Not published |
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| MSRP | — |
|---|---|
| Freight and PDI | $0 |
| Dealer fees | $0 |
| Before tax | — |
| HST (13 %) | — |
| Estimated total, Ontario | — |
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No checked equipment list has been added yet. The ratings above come from the NRCan file.
Cheapest to run: AWD, $2,793/yr · $13,966 over 5 years
Estimate from NRCan city and highway ratings, your split and your prices. Plug-in hybrids are calculated on gasoline unless comparison is on. Real-world use varies, especially in winter.
The manufacturer’s Canadian warranty has not been verified for this model yet. Terms apply to whichever comes first, years or km.
1 safety recall on file for the 2026 Volvo XC60 B5.
On certain vehicles, the seat belt(s) may have been damaged during production. As a result, the seat belt may not hold a person in place during a crash.
A seat belt that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Volvo will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat belt(s).
Filed under XC60 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-233. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Volvo will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the vehicle software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Volvo dealership.
Filed under XC60 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause a loss of brakes.
Note: This recall only affects plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and electric vehicles.
A loss of brakes can increase the risk of a crash.
To reduce the safety risk, Volvo recommends not to use the "B" or "One Pedal Drive" drive modes until the recall repairs are completed. Volvo will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicles to a dealership to update the brake control module software.
Filed under XC60 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Volvo will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the vehicle software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Volvo dealership.
Filed under XC60 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-233. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Volvo will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the vehicle software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Volvo dealership.
Filed under XC60 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause a loss of brakes.
Note: This recall only affects plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and electric vehicles.
A loss of brakes can increase the risk of a crash.
To reduce the safety risk, Volvo recommends not to use the "B" or "One Pedal Drive" drive modes until the recall repairs are completed. Volvo will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicles to a dealership to update the brake control module software.
Filed under XC60 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Volvo will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the vehicle software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Volvo dealership.
Filed under XC60 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →
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| Spec | VolvoXC60 B5This car | MazdaCX-5 | Mercedes-BenzGLC 300 4MATIC | BMWX2 M35i xDrive | JeepCompass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combined fuel use | 9 L/100 km | 9 L/100 km | 9 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km |
| City / highway (L/100 km) | 10 / 7.8 | 9.9 / 7.9 | 10.1 / 7.7 | 10.3 / 7.5 | 10 / 7.5 |
| Vehonix efficiency score | 5.8/10 | 5.8/10 | 5.8/10 | 5.7/10 | 5.9/10 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drivetrain | AWD available | AWD available | No | No | 4x4 available |
| Drivetrains | AWD | AWD | — | — | 4WD |
| Rated configurations | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Recalls this model year | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Compare | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → |
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