2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid FWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Real-World MPG
Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
Range: 41–48 MPG
Driving mix: City 15% / Highway 85%
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 44.0 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 43 MPG.
Trim Comparison
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (AM-S6) | Regular Hybrid | 42 | 44 | 43 | $1,550 |
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
vs. average new vehicle
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 206 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 6.9 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 1.6L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- SUV/Crossover
- 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
- Engine Size
- 1.6L, 4-cylinder
- Induction Type
- SIDI; Hybrid
- Efficiency Tech
- Auto Start-Stop
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
Annual Fuel Cost by State
Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA
| State | Gas Price | Annual Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| National AvgEPA default | $4.490/gal | $1,566/yr | — |
| California | $5.957/gal | $2,078/yrHIGHEST | +$512 |
| Texas | $3.888/gal | $1,356/yrLOWEST | $-210 |
| Florida | $4.136/gal | $1,443/yr | $-123 |
| New York | $4.522/gal | $1,577/yr | +$11 |
| Ohio | $4.510/gal | $1,573/yr | +$7 |
| Washington | $5.591/gal | $1,950/yr | +$384 |
| Colorado | $4.618/gal | $1,611/yr | +$45 |
| Minnesota | $4.344/gal | $1,515/yr | $-51 |
| Massachusetts | $4.448/gal | $1,552/yr | $-14 |
Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 43 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.
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 | 16.9% |
Safety Equipment
Recall History6
Source: NHTSAOwner-Reported Problems175 complaints
Source: NHTSANHTSA has received 175 owner complaints for the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD. Top reported issues include electrical system, brakes and engine. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.
Problems by System / Component
2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD problems by category: Electrical System: 41 complaints, Brakes: 33 complaints, Engine: 33 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 31 complaints, Power Train: 17 complaints, Fuel System: 14 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 12 complaints, Air Bags: 11 complaints.
Sample Owner Complaints
Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.