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Kia Sportage MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
26 model years · 2000–2027
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Kia Sportage fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Kia Sportage for 26 model years, 2000 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 17–43 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 6 configurations rated 24–41 MPG combined and costing $1,430–$2,740 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2000 is the 2025 Hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD, at 43 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations. EPA ratings go back to 1984: the earliest rating on this page is 19 MPG in 1995.
Kia Sportage MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2027* (NQ5) Generation page | ||||
| 2027 (partial) | 24–28 | 35–41 | 36 | $1,430–$2,740 |
| 2026 | 24–28 | 35–42 | 36 | $1,430–$2,740 |
| 2025 | 25–28 | 38–43 | 35 | $1,380–$2,650 |
| 2024 | 25–28 | 38–43 | 35 | $1,380–$2,660 |
| 2023 | 25–28 | 38–43 | 35 | $1,380–$2,620 |
| 2017-2022 (QL) Generation page | ||||
| 2022 | 21–26 | — | — | $2,540–$3,060 |
| 2021 | 21–26 | — | — | $2,530–$3,060 |
| 2020 | 21–26 | — | — | $2,550–$3,060 |
| 2019 | 21–25 | — | — | $2,570–$3,090 |
| 2018 | 21–26 | — | — | $2,560–$3,090 |
| 2017 | 21–26 | — | — | $2,560–$3,090 |
| 2011-2016 (SL) Generation page | ||||
| 2016 | 21–23 | — | — | $2,800–$3,060 |
| 2015 | 21–23 | — | — | $2,800–$3,150 |
| 2014 | 21–23 | — | — | $2,800–$3,150 |
| 2013 | 21–25 | — | — | $2,600–$3,110 |
| 2012 | 21–25 | — | — | $2,590–$3,110 |
| 2011 | 22–25 | — | — | $2,640–$2,950 |
| 2005-2010 (JE) Generation page | ||||
| 2010 | 20–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,270 |
| 2009 | 20–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,270 |
| 2008 | 19–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,440 |
| 2007 | 19–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,440 |
| 2006 | 19–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,440 |
| 2005 | 19–22 | — | — | $2,970–$3,440 |
| 2000-2002 (NB) Generation page | ||||
| 2002 | 18–19 | — | — | $3,440–$3,630 |
| 2001 | 17–19 | — | — | $3,440–$3,840 |
| 2000 | 18–19 | — | — | $3,440–$3,630 |
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 Sportage generations
5 generations between 2000 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
On electricity 83 MPGe, with 33 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsKia Sportage MPG history, 1995–1999
| Year | Gas (MPG) |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 19 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1997 | 18–19 |
| 1996 | 18–19 |
| 1995 | 18–19 |
EPA re-estimated the ratings of pre-2008 vehicles under its 2008 method; these are the re-estimated values.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Kia Sportage's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Kia Sportage run 17–43 MPG across model years 2000 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 24–41 MPG.
Which Kia Sportage model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid 1.6L 4-cyl turbo FWD has the highest combined rating since 2000, at 43 MPG.
How much does a Kia Sportage cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $1,430–$2,740 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $1,600.
Has the Kia Sportage's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 19 MPG in 2000 to 41 MPG in 2027, 22 MPG more. Going back further, the best rating in 1984 was 19 MPG.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Kia Sportage?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2023 to 2027 (35–43 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2023 to 2027 (35–36 MPG).
Which Kia Sportage model years have the same ratings?
EPA lists identical ratings as the previous year for 2006, 2008. The generation pages mark those years "same EPA ratings" and point to the year that holds the full table.
How many generations of the Kia Sportage are there?
EPA data covers 5 generations of the Kia Sportage: 2023-2027*, 2017-2022, 2011-2016, 2005-2010, 2000-2002. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.