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2012 Volvo C70 MPG & fuel economy
The 2012 Volvo C70 is a subcompact car with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway) on regular gasoline. That's down 2 MPG from the 2011 model. Among 36 subcompact cars rated for 2012, it ranks 14th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2012 Volvo C70's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 18 | 7.7 | 13.1 |
| Highway | 28 | 11.9 | 8.4 |
| Combined | 21 | 8.9 | 11.2 |
How it ranks among 2012 Subcompact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
C70 MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.5L 5-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic C70 FWD |
Gas | 18 MPG | 28 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.5L 5-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 5-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 84 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 13 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 423 g/mi
2012 Volvo C70 vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Volvo C70?
Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway).
What fuel does the 2012 Volvo C70 use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Volvo C70?
The 2012 Volvo C70's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Volvo C70 per year?
About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.