I'm only getting 26mpg on my Volvo S40 - what should I be getting?

I've recently purchased a Volvo S40 2.4-litre petrol. What mpg should it get? I'm currently getting 26mpg and 30mpg on a run out.

Asked on 23 October 2017 by Geoff Dunn

Answered by Honest John
That's about right. The Real MPG average is 31mpg: www.honestjohn.co.uk/realmpg/volvo/s40-2004 /
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