Doing the calculations to convert to miles per gallon it sounds about right.
My previous P1 tdi v70 gave me 45 mpg local and 53mpg on a run. My current 2wd P3 xc70 gives 40 mpg local 50 mpg on a run.
The increased emissions control accounts for the drop in fuel consumption, euro 3 compared with euro 5.plus the xc is heavier, wider tyres, all the extra drag = more fuel used. Still easier on the pocket than a comparable petrol engine mind.
Paul.
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