MPG AtlasVolvo 780 MPG
EPA fuel economy for 7 Volvo 780 trims sold from 1987 to 1990. Best ever: 18 MPG (1990 780). Latest model year 1990: 17 to 18 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Volvo 780 fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1990 Volvo 780 to fuel is the 780, 2.3 L, 4 cyl (18 MPG) at $3,470 a year. The 780, 2.8 L, 6 cyl (17 MPG) costs $3,670, so the thriftier trim saves $200 a year and $1,000 over five years.
| 1990 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 780 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 18 | $3,470 | cheapest |
| 780 | 2.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | $3,670 | +$200 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Volvo 780 MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 18 | 16 | 20 | 780, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1989 | 18 | 17 | 21 | 780, 2.3 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1988 | 16 | 15 | 19 | 780, 2.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
| 1987 | 17 | 15 | 20 | 780, 2.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
Every Volvo 780 trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 780 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | 20 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 1990 | 780 | 2.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 15 | 19 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 1989 | 780 | 2.3 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 1989 | 780 | 2.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 15 | 19 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 1988 | 780 | 2.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 1987 | 780 | 2.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 1987 | 780 | 2.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 15 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 1990 Compact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | 34 | 31 | 39 |
| 1990 Ford Escort | 32 | 28 | 38 |
| 1990 Isuzu Stylus | 30 | 27 | 34 |
| 1990 Pontiac Lemans | 30 | 27 | 36 |
| 1990 Mazda 323/323 Protege | 28 | 25 | 33 |
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 27 | 24 | 31 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Volvo 780?
The most efficient Volvo 780 the EPA has rated is the 1990 780 at 18 MPG combined (16 city, 20 highway).
What MPG does the 1990 Volvo 780 get?
1990 Volvo 780 trims range from 17 to 18 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Volvo 780 has the worst fuel economy?
The 1988 780 is the lowest rated at 16 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Volvo 780 for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1990 Volvo 780 to fuel is the 780, 2.3 L, 4 cyl (18 MPG) at $3,470 a year. The 780, 2.8 L, 6 cyl (17 MPG) costs $3,670, so the thriftier trim saves $200 a year and $1,000 over five years.
More from Volvo: every Volvo model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Compact Cars.