2020 Kia Optima Plug-in HybridFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
EV Range & Charging
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Electric Motor
- 50kW IPMSM
EPA-estimated range of 630 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 2 hr 42 min for a full charge. Energy consumption: 33.0 kWh per 100 miles (combined).
Real-World MPG
Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov
Driving mix: City 89% / Highway 11%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 91.6 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 41 MPG.
Trim Comparison
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (AM6) | Regular Gas and Electricity Plug-in Hybrid | 39 | 44 | 41 | $1,650 |
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
vs. average new vehicle
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 97 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 3.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 2L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Energy Use (Combined)
- 33 kWh / 100 mi
- Energy Use (City)
- 33 kWh / 100 mi
- Energy Use (Hwy)
- 34 kWh / 100 mi
NHTSA Safety Ratings
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)Crash Test Scores
| Front Crash — Overall | |
| Front Crash — Driver Side | |
| Front Crash — Passenger Side | |
| Side Crash — Overall | |
| Side Crash — Driver Side | |
| Side Crash — Passenger Side | |
| Side Pole Crash | |
| Rollover | |
| Rollover Probability | 9.8% |
Safety Equipment
Recall History
Source: NHTSA✓No recalls reported for this vehicle.