Kia Sportage — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
Kia's most popular model in the UK. Comfortable, practical, and well-priced. The hybrid is an increasingly popular choice.
The Kia Sportage is a popular family SUV that stands out with its striking design, premium cabin layout, and generous boot space. It is a British favorite, backed by Kia's legendary 7-year warranty.
Engine choices include mild-hybrid petrols, a highly efficient full hybrid (HEV), and a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) that can travel up to 43 miles on pure electric power. These engines are quiet, responsive, and highly efficient.
Daily drivers can expect a highly respectable 40 MPG average in real-world driving from the petrol model. The diesel version returns around 49 MPG, making it a great long-distance cruiser, while the hybrid HEV averages around 44 MPG.
TL;DR
40 MPG
Real-world petrol
49 MPG
Real-world diesel
54L
Tank capacity
£73.87
Full tank (petrol)
15.5p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Kia Sportage achieves an estimated 40 MPG (petrol) and 49 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 54-litre tank completely costs approximately £73.87 (petrol) or £76.73 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
40
Real-world MPG
Petrol
47.1
Official WLTP
Petrol
49
Real-world MPG
Diesel
57.7
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £777 | £659 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1151 | £976 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1555 | £1318 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2332 | £1978 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £3109 | £2637 |
| Full tank (54L) | £73.87 | £76.73 |
| Cost per mile | 15.5p | 13.2p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the Sportage compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your Sportage
In hybrid models, use a progressive, gentle throttle to stay in EV (electric-only) mode for longer.
Use the navigation system to let the PHEV model manage battery charge efficiently across your route.
Keep speeds down on high-speed roads to minimize aerodynamic drag on the Sportage's tall SUV profile.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Kia Sportage achieving ~40 MPG real-world, if you fill 43 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£4.30
Gross saving on fuel
£0.47
Cost of 3-mile detour
£3.83
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 28 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Kia Sportage?
The Kia Sportage achieves approximately 40 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 47.1 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 49 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a Kia Sportage?
The Kia Sportage has a fuel tank of 54 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £73.87. Diesel costs approximately £76.73 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Kia Sportage?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Kia Sportage costs approximately £1151 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1555. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Kia Sportage?
In a Kia Sportage doing ~40 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 43-litre fill nets approximately £3.83 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 28 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Kia Sportage cost per mile in fuel?
The Kia Sportage costs approximately 15.5p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £4.65 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Kia Sportage?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Kia Sportage is 47.1 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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