Volvo tyre pressures
Volvo XC90 tyre pressure
The tyre pressures Volvo prints in its handbook for each XC90 tyre size, by generation — XC90 Mk2 (2014–, incl. T8 plug-in hybrid and B5 mild hybrid) (2014 on) and XC90 Mk1 (2002–2014) (2002–2014). Find your tyre size on the sidewall, then read across.
XC90 tyre pressures by generation
XC90 Mk2 (2014–, incl. T8 plug-in hybrid and B5 mild hybrid) (2014 on)
235/60 R18
All engines
FrontRearNormal load35 psi2.4 bar35 psi2.4 barFully laden39 psi2.7 bar39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
235/55 R19
All engines
FrontRearNormal load35 psi2.4 bar35 psi2.4 barFully laden39 psi2.7 bar39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
235/55 R19
T8 plug-in hybrid (Twin Engine / Recharge)
FrontRearNormal load38 psi2.6 bar38 psi2.6 barFully laden42 psi2.9 bar42 psi2.9 bar
Maker's handbookSource
275/45 R 20
All engines
2014–2016
FrontRearNormal load≈35 psi2.4 bar≈35 psi2.4 barFully laden≈39 psi2.7 bar≈39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
275/45 R20
All engines
2017 on
FrontRearNormal load35 psi2.4 bar32 psi2.2 barFully laden39 psi2.7 bar39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
275/45 R20
T8 plug-in hybrid (Twin Engine / Recharge)
FrontRearNormal load38 psi2.6 bar38 psi2.6 barFully laden42 psi2.9 bar42 psi2.9 bar
Maker's handbookSource
275/40 R21
All engines
FrontRearNormal load35 psi2.4 bar35 psi2.4 barFully laden39 psi2.7 bar39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
275/40 R21
T8 plug-in hybrid (Twin Engine / Recharge)
FrontRearNormal load38 psi2.6 bar38 psi2.6 barFully laden42 psi2.9 bar42 psi2.9 bar
Maker's handbookSource
275/35 R22
All engines
FrontRearNormal load35 psi2.4 bar35 psi2.4 barFully laden39 psi2.7 bar39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
275/35 R22
T8 plug-in hybrid (Twin Engine / Recharge)
FrontRearNormal load38 psi2.6 bar38 psi2.6 barFully laden42 psi2.9 bar42 psi2.9 bar
Maker's handbookSource
| Tyre size | Normal load | Fully laden | Source | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Rear | Front | Rear | ||
| 235/60 R18All engines | 35 psi2.4 bar | 35 psi2.4 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 235/55 R19All engines | 35 psi2.4 bar | 35 psi2.4 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 235/55 R19T8 plug-in hybrid (Twin Engine / Recharge) | 38 psi2.6 bar | 38 psi2.6 bar | 42 psi2.9 bar | 42 psi2.9 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 275/45 R 20All engines2014–2016 | ≈35 psi2.4 bar | ≈35 psi2.4 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 275/45 R20All engines2017 on | 35 psi2.4 bar | 32 psi2.2 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 275/45 R20T8 plug-in hybrid (Twin Engine / Recharge) | 38 psi2.6 bar | 38 psi2.6 bar | 42 psi2.9 bar | 42 psi2.9 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 275/40 R21All engines | 35 psi2.4 bar | 35 psi2.4 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 275/40 R21T8 plug-in hybrid (Twin Engine / Recharge) | 38 psi2.6 bar | 38 psi2.6 bar | 42 psi2.9 bar | 42 psi2.9 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 275/35 R22All engines | 35 psi2.4 bar | 35 psi2.4 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | 39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 275/35 R22T8 plug-in hybrid (Twin Engine / Recharge) | 38 psi2.6 bar | 38 psi2.6 bar | 42 psi2.9 bar | 42 psi2.9 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
≈ converted from the unit the handbook prints.
Notes from the handbooks
- 235/60 R18: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa (39 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 240 / rear 240 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023 editions (cited: 2023).
- 235/55 R19: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa (39 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 240 / rear 240 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023 editions (cited: 2023).
- 235/55 R19: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 290 kPa (42 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 280 / rear 280 kPa, max. load 310 / 310 kPa (2018 edition). Same normal and laden figures in the 2018, 2022, 2024 editions (cited: 2024).
- 275/45 R 20: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–160 km/h (0–100 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa. Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 240 / rear 240 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2016 edition). Manual prints kPa only.
- 275/45 R20: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa (39 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 240 / rear 240 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2017, 2018, 2019 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023 editions (cited: 2023).
- 275/45 R20: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 290 kPa (42 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 280 / rear 280 kPa, max. load 310 / 310 kPa (2018 edition). Same normal and laden figures in the 2018, 2022, 2024 editions (cited: 2024).
- 275/40 R21: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa (39 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 240 / rear 240 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023 editions (cited: 2023).
- 275/40 R21: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 290 kPa (42 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 280 / rear 280 kPa, max. load 310 / 310 kPa (2018 edition). Same normal and laden figures in the 2018, 2022, 2024 editions (cited: 2024).
- 275/35 R22: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa (39 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 240 / rear 240 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023 editions (cited: 2023).
- 275/35 R22: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 290 kPa (42 psi). Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 280 / rear 280 kPa, max. load 310 / 310 kPa (2018 edition). Same normal and laden figures in the 2018, 2022, 2024 editions (cited: 2024).
What the handbooks don't say
- Volvo's tables print sizes without load index or speed rating.
- Temporary spare pressure printed; spare size not printed in the pressure table.
- Plug-in hybrid manuals print no temporary-spare row.
XC90 Mk1 (2002–2014) (2002–2014)
235/65R17
All engines
FrontRearNormal load≈32 psi2.2 bar≈32 psi2.2 barFully laden≈39 psi2.7 bar≈39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
235/60R18
All engines
FrontRearNormal load≈32 psi2.2 bar≈32 psi2.2 barFully laden≈39 psi2.7 bar≈39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
255/50R19
All engines
FrontRearNormal load≈35 psi2.4 bar≈35 psi2.4 barFully laden≈39 psi2.7 bar≈39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
255/45R20
All engines
FrontRearNormal load≈35 psi2.4 bar≈35 psi2.4 barFully laden≈39 psi2.7 bar≈39 psi2.7 bar
Maker's handbookSource
| Tyre size | Normal load | Fully laden | Source | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Rear | Front | Rear | ||
| 235/65R17All engines | ≈32 psi2.2 bar | ≈32 psi2.2 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 235/60R18All engines | ≈32 psi2.2 bar | ≈32 psi2.2 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 255/50R19All engines | ≈35 psi2.4 bar | ≈35 psi2.4 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
| 255/45R20All engines | ≈35 psi2.4 bar | ≈35 psi2.4 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | ≈39 psi2.7 bar | Maker's handbookSource |
≈ converted from the unit the handbook prints.
Notes from the handbooks
- 235/65R17: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–160 km/h (0–100 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa. Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 220 / rear 220 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2012, 2014 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2012, 2014 editions (cited: 2014). Manual prints kPa only.
- 235/60R18: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–160 km/h (0–100 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa. Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 220 / rear 220 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2012, 2014 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2012, 2014 editions (cited: 2014). Manual prints kPa only.
- 255/50R19: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–160 km/h (0–100 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa. Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 240 / rear 240 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2012, 2014 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2012, 2014 editions (cited: 2014). Manual prints kPa only.
- 255/45R20: Normal = 'Load, 1-3 persons' column, laden = 'Max. load' column, at 0–160 km/h (0–100 mph). ECO pressure (economical driving), front/rear: 270 kPa. Above 160 km/h (100 mph) the manual gives: front 240 / rear 240 kPa, max. load 270 / 270 kPa (2012, 2014 editions). Same normal and laden figures in the 2012, 2014 editions (cited: 2014). Manual prints kPa only.
What the handbooks don't say
- Volvo's tables print sizes without load index or speed rating.
- Temporary spare pressure printed; spare size not printed in the pressure table.
- Only the MY12 and MY14 handbooks were read; 2002–2011 editions (which also listed 225/70R16) were not available from a Volvo URL.
Figures marked "Maker's handbook" link to the maker's own document. "Reported" figures are the maker's, read from a copy we could not get from the maker directly. A figure marked ≈ has been converted from the unit the handbook prints. Nothing here has been checked against your car: if it disagrees with the label on the car, the label wins.
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Tyre pressure questions
What tyre pressure should a Volvo XC90 have?
It depends on the tyre size and, on some versions, the engine. For the sizes Volvo lists, the normal-load pressure is ≈32–38 psi (2.2–2.6 bar) at the front and ≈32–38 psi (2.2–2.6 bar) at the rear. Find your size in the tables above, and check the tyres cold.
What size tyres does a Volvo XC90 take?
Volvo fitted the XC90 with 235/65 R17, 235/60 R18, 235/55 R19, 255/50 R19, 255/45 R20, 275/45 R20, 275/40 R21 and 275/35 R22, depending on the generation and trim. The size is printed on the side of your tyre; the pressures above are listed by size.
Where is the tyre pressure label on a Volvo XC90?
On most cars it is on the driver's door pillar or inside the fuel filler flap. It normally gives the same figures as the handbook, which is where the ones on this page come from — if the two ever disagree, go by the label on your car.
When should I use the fully laden pressures?
When the car is carrying a full load — every seat taken, a full boot or a trailer. For everyday driving use the normal figures.