2018 Kia Sportage MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2018 Kia Sportage.
EPA combined fuel economy
21–25MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
21
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Engine
2–2.4L
Cylinders
4
Drive
FrontWD
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$2,282
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
652 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 23 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2018 Kia Sportage
- How many MPG does a 2018 Kia Sportage get?
- The 2018 Kia Sportage gets 21–25 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 21 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (4 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2018 Kia Sportage?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 23 MPG combined, the 2018 Kia Sportage uses about 652 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,282 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
- What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2018 Kia Sportage?
- The 2018 Kia Sportage returns 21 MPG city and 26 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 21–25 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 23 MPG good for a small sport utility vehicle 2wd?
- For a small sport utility vehicle 2wd, 23 MPG combined is on the thirstier side. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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