2019 · Midsize Car · Plug-in hybrid
2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 29 miles on electricity (103 MPGe), then returns 40 MPG on gas. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2018 model. Among 68 midsize cars rated for 2019, it ranks 12th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,007 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 17.0 km/L (5.9 L/100 km), or 40 MPG combined: 16.2 km/L in the city and 18.3 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 103 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 38 | 16.2 | 6.2 |
| Highway (gas) | 43 | 18.3 | 5.5 |
| Combined (gas) | 40 | 17.0 | 5.9 |
How it ranks among 2019 Midsize Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Optima Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 6-speed dual-clutch Optima Plug-in Hybrid |
Plug-in hybrid | 103 MPGe + 38 MPG | 104 MPGe + 43 MPG | 103 MPGe + 40 MPG | 610 mi | $1,007 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 6-speed dual-clutch
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Electricity use
- 33 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 29 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 2.7 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 105 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 10 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 97 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals
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Same year, other powertrains: 2019 Kia Optima (31 MPG), 2019 Kia Optima Hybrid (41 MPG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 103 MPGe + 40 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid use?
Regular gas + electricity.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 17.0 km/L (5.9 L/100 km), or 40 MPG combined: 16.2 km/L in the city and 18.3 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 103 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2019 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $1,007 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, or $6.71 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.