Volvo 960 Series MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Volvo 960 Series model year from 1992 to 1996 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the 960 Series has been offered with 2.9L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 1996 (up to 19 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Volvo 960 Series fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 19 MPG | 2.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1995 | 18 MPG | 2.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 18 MPG | 2.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1993 | 18 MPG | 2.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1992 | 19 MPG | 2.9L 6-cyl | — | — |
1996 Volvo 960 Series: engines & MPG
The 1996 960 Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 960 | 2.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
1995 Volvo 960 Series: engines & MPG
The 1995 960 Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 960 | 2.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
1994 Volvo 960 Series: engines & MPG
The 1994 960 Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 960 | 2.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
1993 Volvo 960 Series: engines & MPG
The 1993 960 Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 960 | 2.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
1992 Volvo 960 Series: engines & MPG
The 1992 960 Series was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.9L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 960 | 2.9L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Volvo 960 Series get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the 960 Series range from 18 to 19 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 1996 model year.
What engines does the 1996 Volvo 960 Series have?
The 1996 960 Series was EPA-rated with 2.9L 6-cyl engines — see the 1996 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Volvo 960 Series require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists premium gasoline and regular gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
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