2020 · Midsize Car · Plug-in hybrid
2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 28 miles on electricity (101 MPGe), then returns 41 MPG on gas. That's up 1 MPG from the 2019 model. Among 64 midsize cars rated for 2020, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $996 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 17.4 km/L (5.7 L/100 km), or 41 MPG combined: 16.6 km/L in the city and 18.7 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 101 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 39 | 16.6 | 6.0 |
| Highway (gas) | 44 | 18.7 | 5.3 |
| Combined (gas) | 41 | 17.4 | 5.7 |
How it ranks among 2020 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 + 39 MPG | 100 MPGe + 44 MPG | 101 MPGe + 41 MPG | 630 mi | $996 |
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
- 28 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
2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals
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Same year, other powertrains: 2020 Kia Optima (31 MPG), 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid (42 MPG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 101 MPGe + 41 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid use?
Regular gas + electricity.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 17.4 km/L (5.7 L/100 km), or 41 MPG combined: 16.6 km/L in the city and 18.7 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 101 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $996 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, or $6.64 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.