1996 · Special Purpose Vehicle · Gas
1996 Kia Sportage MPG & fuel economy
The 1996 Kia Sportage is a special purpose vehicle offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 19 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1995 model. Among 39 special purpose vehicles rated for 1996, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,447 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1996 Kia Sportage's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 17 | 7.2 | 13.8 |
| Highway | 22 | 9.4 | 10.7 |
| Combined | 19 | 8.1 | 12.4 |
How it ranks among 1996 Special Purpose Vehicles
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Sportage MPG across model years
Full history →3 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Sportage 2WD |
Gas | 17 MPG | 22 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $2,447 |
| 4WD/AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Sportage 4WD |
Gas | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| 4WD/AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Sportage 4WD |
Gas | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 468 g/mi
1996 Kia Sportage vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1996 Kia Sportage?
Up to 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 18 to 19 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1996 Kia Sportage use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1996 Kia Sportage?
The 1996 Kia Sportage's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1996 Kia Sportage per year?
About $2,447 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $16.32 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.