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2009 Kia Sportage MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Kia Sportage is a SUV offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (20 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2008 model. Among 109 SUVs rated for 2009, it ranks 18th 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 20 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, 2009 #18 of 109 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 Kia Sportage's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2510.69.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2009 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 18Kia Sportage22 MPG $2,114
  7. 109Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2009 SportageOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/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 20 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 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
4WD/AWD · 2.7L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Sportage 4WD		 Gas 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

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

2009 Kia Sportage vs. rivals

vs Subaru Legacy/Outback 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Subaru Forester 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Highlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Vue 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda Element 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 Ford Taurus 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Sportage saves $101/yr vs Dodge Durango Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Sportage saves $101/yr vs Dodge Journey 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Sportage saves $101/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 Kia Sportage?

Up to 22 MPG combined (20 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2009 Kia Sportage use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Kia Sportage?

The 2009 Kia Sportage's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2009 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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