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2017-2022 Kia Niro MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 43–50 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2022. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2017-2022 Kia Niro at a glance
The 2017-2022 Kia Niro covers 6 model years in the EPA database (27 configurations in all), rated 43–50 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2022, costs about $1,310 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD (50 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric. EPA changed the ratings in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.
2017-2022 Kia Niro by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric | 43–50 MPG, 112 MPGe | $820–$1,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric | 43–50 MPG, 112 MPGe | $820–$1,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric | 43–50 MPG, 112 MPGe | $820–$1,510 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid, Electric | 43–50 MPG, 112 MPGe | $820–$1,510 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 43–50 MPG | $1,120–$1,510 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Hybrid | 43–50 MPG | $1,300–$1,510 | First year |
What the 2022 FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$109
$1,310 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$2.18
Per 100 miles
$8.73
Five years
$6,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$870less a year
Class median $2,180 a year, MY2022
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2022 Kia Niro MPG
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 50 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,310.
On electricity 105 MPGe, with 26 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 53 | 48 | 50 | $1,310 |
| Niro | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 51 | 46 | 49 | $1,330 |
| Touring | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 46 | 40 | 43 | $1,520 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid (Most efficient) | FWD | 46 | 105 | 26 mi | $1,120 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 54% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Most efficient) | FWD | 30 | 112 | 239 mi | $820 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2021 Kia Niro MPG
43–50 MPG, 112 MPGe · $820–$1,520/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 50 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $1,300 to $1,310, $10 more.
On electricity 105 MPGe, with 26 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 53 | 48 | 50 | $1,310 |
| Niro | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 51 | 46 | 49 | $1,330 |
| Touring | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 46 | 40 | 43 | $1,520 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid (Most efficient) | FWD | 46 | 105 | 26 mi | $1,120 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 54% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Most efficient) | FWD | 30 | 112 | 239 mi | $820 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2020 Kia Niro MPG
43–50 MPG, 112 MPGe · $820–$1,510/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 50 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,300.
On electricity 105 MPGe, with 26 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 52 | 49 | 50 | $1,300 |
| Niro | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 51 | 46 | 49 | $1,340 |
| Touring | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 46 | 40 | 43 | $1,510 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid (Most efficient) | FWD | 46 | 105 | 26 mi | $1,120 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 54% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Most efficient) | FWD | 30 | 112 | 239 mi | $820 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2019 Kia Niro MPG
43–50 MPG, 112 MPGe · $820–$1,510/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 50 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,300.
On electricity 105 MPGe, with 26 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 52 | 49 | 50 | $1,300 |
| Niro | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 51 | 46 | 49 | $1,340 |
| Touring | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 46 | 40 | 43 | $1,510 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid (Most efficient) | FWD | 46 | 105 | 26 mi | $1,120 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 54% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Electric configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (Most efficient) | FWD | 30 | 112 | 239 mi | $820 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2018 Kia Niro MPG
43–50 MPG · $1,120–$1,510/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 50 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,300.
On electricity 105 MPGe, with 26 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 52 | 49 | 50 | $1,300 |
| Niro | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 51 | 46 | 49 | $1,340 |
| Touring | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 46 | 40 | 43 | $1,510 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug-in Hybrid (Most efficient) | FWD | 46 | 105 | 26 mi | $1,120 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 54% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2017 Kia Niro MPG
43–50 MPG · $1,300–$1,510/yr
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FE (Most efficient) | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 52 | 49 | 50 | $1,300 |
| Niro | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 51 | 46 | 49 | $1,340 |
| Touring | 1.6L 4-cyl | FWD | 46 | 40 | 43 | $1,510 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD: $1,780 in California and $1,140 in Texas, a $640 difference.
- California $1,780
- Washington $1,650
- New York $1,310
- Florida $1,230
- Texas $1,140
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2022 wagon models.
Generations
- 2017-2022 (DE)
- 2023-2027* (SG2)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2017-2022 Kia Niro get?
EPA rates the 2017-2022 Kia Niro at 43–50 MPG combined across 27 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2022 FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 50 MPG (53 city, 48 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 43–50 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 46 MPG; Electric: 112 MPGe.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2017-2022 Kia Niro?
Every model year of the 2017-2022 Kia Niro tops out at 50 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2017-2022 Kia Niro?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Kia Niro per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,310 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $820–$1,520 a year. That is a $700 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2022 Kia Niro 100 miles?
About $8.73 per 100 miles for the FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $5.47 and $10.13 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2022 Kia Niro compare with other wagon configurations?
The FE 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,310 a year to fuel, $870 less than the class median of $2,180, and less than 8 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 38 rated wagon configurations for MY2022, not weighted by sales.
What is the range and charging cost of the 2022 Kia Niro?
EPA rates the range at 239 miles depending on configuration, and the Electric FWD goes 239 mi. Efficiency is 30 kWh per 100 miles (112 MPGe). At residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), charging costs $820 a year, or $5.47 per 100 miles for the Electric FWD.
How far does the 2022 Kia Niro plug-in hybrid go on electricity?
EPA rates the electric range at 26 miles, with a total range of 560 miles when the gasoline engine helps. Once the battery is used, the car runs as a hybrid at 46 MPG. The Plug-in Hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,120 a year, assuming EPA's utility factor of 54% of miles on electricity, at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) + residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).
Is the 2022 Kia Niro different from the 2021 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 50 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,310. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2022 against 5 configurations for 2021. See the 2021 Kia Niro for that year.