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Kia Niro MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
11 model years · 2017–2027
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Kia Niro fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Kia Niro for 11 model years, 2017 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 43–53 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 1 configuration rated 50 MPG combined and costing $1,320 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2017 is the 2026 FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD, at 53 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
Kia Niro MPG by year
| Year | Hybrid (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | Electric (MPGe) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2027* (SG2) Generation page | ||||
| 2027 (partial) | 50 | — | — | $1,320 |
| 2026 | 49–53 | 48 | 113 | $820–$1,330 |
| 2025 | 49–53 | 48 | 113 | $820–$1,330 |
| 2024 | 49–53 | — | 113 | $800–$1,330 |
| 2023 | 49–53 | 48 | 113 | $800–$1,330 |
| 2017-2022 (DE) Generation page | ||||
| 2022 | 43–50 | 46 | 112 | $820–$1,520 |
| 2021 | 43–50 | 46 | 112 | $820–$1,520 |
| 2020 | 43–50 | 46 | 112 | $820–$1,510 |
| 2019 | 43–50 | 46 | 112 | $820–$1,510 |
| 2018 | 43–50 | 46 | — | $1,120–$1,510 |
| 2017 | 43–50 | — | — | $1,300–$1,510 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Kia Niro generations
2 generations between 2017 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Kia Niro's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Kia Niro run 43–53 MPG across model years 2017 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 50 MPG.
Which Kia Niro model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2026 Kia Niro FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD has the highest combined rating since 2017, at 53 MPG.
How much does a Kia Niro cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $1,320 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $1,320.
Has the Kia Niro's fuel economy improved over time?
Not much. The most efficient configuration is rated 50 MPG in both 2017 and 2027.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Kia Niro?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2017 to 2027 (43–53 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2018 to 2026 (46–48 MPG); Electric versions are rated from 2019 to 2026 (112–113 MPGe).
How many generations of the Kia Niro are there?
EPA data covers 2 generations of the Kia Niro: 2023-2027*, 2017-2022. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.