Volvo XC60: Minimum octane - Octane rating - Refueling - During your trip - Volvo XC60 Owner's ManualVolvo XC60: Minimum octane

Typical pump octane label
Typical pump octane label

Volvo recommends premium fuel for best performance, but using 87 octane or above will not affect engine reliability.

Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated horsepower, torque, and fuel economy performance using premium 91 octane fuel.

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