2022 Kia Sorento MPG

The Sorento’s gas mileage varies across models, but the hybrid version is the most efficient of all.
Written by Julian de Sevilla
Reviewed by Amy Bobinger
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The 2022 Kia Sorento offers the choice of standard, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid powertrains across a few different engines. These range in fuel efficiency—from average in the case of the gas-powered models (24 city/29 highway/ 26 combined) to quite good for the plug-in hybrid, which gets 79 MPGe. 
The Sorento is the smaller of
Kia’s
two three-row SUVs, perfect for those with families who need space but don’t want something quite as big as the Telluride. It’s an affordable and well-reviewed midsize SUV, and its gas mileage is better than decent if you go with one of the hybrid powertrains.
Here’s what you need to know about the 2022 Sorento’s gas mileage.
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2022 Kia Sorento fuel economy

The 2022 Sorento comes in plenty of different configurations to fit different budgets and needs. There’s an optional turbocharged four-cylinder engine, all-wheel and four-wheel drive powertrains, a hybrid version, and a plug-in hybrid version. Here’s how they perform in terms of gas mileage:
AWD: 23 city/25 highway/24 combined
FWD: 24 city/29 highway/26 combined
AWD hybrid: 36 city/33 highway/35 combined
FWD hybrid: 39 city/35 highway/37 combined
Plug-in hybrid: 79 MPGe/34 combined

Is the 2022 Kia Sorento good on gas?

It depends on the model. Even the gas-powered models have decent mileage compared to other similar mid-sized SUVs, but the hybrid versions are naturally the most efficient. Crucially, they’re also not that much more expensive—the cheapest hybrid model costs $5,000 more than the base gas-powered model.

How to improve the Kia Sorento’s gas mileage

Whichever model you prefer, here are some simple ways to maximize your car’s gas mileage:
  • Drive smoothly. Sudden braking and acceleration aren’t great for gas mileage. It can’t always be avoided, but steering clear whenever possible will help.
  • Don’t carry unnecessary weight. Weighing the car down makes the engine work harder, using up more fuel. Take heavy cargo out of the car whenever possible.
  • Take care of your car.
    Regular maintenance
    items like oil changes, tire rotations, and keeping tires properly inflated will improve gas mileage and extend your car’s lifespan.
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