2022 · Compact Car · Gas
2022 Kia Rio MPG & fuel economy
The 2022 Kia Rio is a compact car with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 36 MPG combined (33 city / 41 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2021 model. Among 33 compact cars rated for 2022, it ranks 7th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,292 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2022 Kia Rio's fuel average is 15.3 km/L (6.5 L/100 km), or 36 MPG combined: 14.0 km/L in the city and 17.4 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 33 | 14.0 | 7.1 |
| Highway | 41 | 17.4 | 5.7 |
| Combined | 36 | 15.3 | 6.5 |
How it ranks among 2022 Compact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Rio MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · CVT Rio |
Gas | 33 MPG | 41 MPG | 36 MPG | — | $1,292 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 1.6L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 91 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 17 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 250 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 7/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
2022 Kia Rio vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2022 Kia Rio?
Up to 36 MPG combined (33 city / 41 highway).
What fuel does the 2022 Kia Rio use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2022 Kia Rio?
The 2022 Kia Rio's fuel average is 15.3 km/L (6.5 L/100 km), or 36 MPG combined: 14.0 km/L in the city and 17.4 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2022 Kia Rio per year?
About $1,292 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $8.61 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.