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2005 Kia Sportage MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 Kia Sportage is a SUV offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG. Among 76 SUVs rated for 2005, it ranks 9th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,114 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,114 15,000 mi/yr · $14.09 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2005 #9 of 76 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 Kia Sportage's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2510.69.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2005 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Ford Escape24 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Mazda Tribute24 MPG $1,938
  4. 4Subaru Legacy/Outback23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Toyota RAV423 MPG $2,022
  6. 9Kia Sportage22 MPG $2,114
  7. 76Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2005 SportageOther SUVsClass median: $2,821/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Sportage MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Sportage 2WD		 Gas 19 MPG 25 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Sportage 2WD		 Gas 20 MPG 25 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
4WD/AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Sportage 4WD		 Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Sportage 2WD		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
4WD/AWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Sportage 4WD		 Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2005 Kia Sportage vs. rivals

vs Chrysler PT Cruiser 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Highlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Mitsubishi Outlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Tucson 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Subaru Legacy/Outback 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Legacy/Outback saves $92/yr vs Toyota RAV4 23 MPG · $2,022/yr RAV4 saves $92/yr vs Subaru Forester 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Forester saves $92/yr vs Honda Element 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Sportage saves $101/yr vs Subaru Baja 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Sportage saves $101/yr vs Dodge Magnum 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Sportage saves $101/yr vs Mercury Mariner 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Sportage saves $101/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 Kia Sportage?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 19 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 Kia Sportage use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 Kia Sportage?

The 2005 Kia Sportage's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2005 Kia Sportage per year?

About $2,114 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.09 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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