Every iteration of the 2016 Kia Sorento, regardless of trim level or engine size, has a gas tank capable of holding exactly 18.8-gallons (or roughly 72 liters) of fuel.

In order to avoid overfilling at the pump, you’ll need to know how much gasoline your fuel tank can actually hold. Typically, you’ll be able to find this and other relevant information in your owner’s manual, but if that’s been lost or misplaced, don’t worry!

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How big is the gas tank on a 2016 Kia Sorento?

Despite coming in an admirable range of engine types and trim levels, all 2016 Kia Sorentos have a gas tank capable of containing exactly 18.8-gallons (or about 72 liters) of fuel.

This means that, regardless of whether your 2016 Kia Sorento has a 2.0L, 2.4L, or 3.3L engine or boasts the L, LX, EX, SX, or Limited trim level, it will only ever hold 18.8-gallons of gas. On a full tank, the 2016 Kia Sorento can travel roughly 327-451 miles before needing to refuel.

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How to check your 2016 Kia Sorento’s gas tank size

Of course, if you’d like to check the size of your 2016 Kia Sorento’s gas tank for yourself, there are a couple of ways to do so.

Measure the gas tank

If you want to calculate the volume of your gas tank on your own, you can do so using a calculator and a measuring tape. To do this, just multiply the tank's length, height, and width. The size of your Sorento's gas tank can be calculated by multiplying your result by 231 (or the number of cubic inches in a gallon).

Check your owner’s manual

As an alternative, you could simply consult your owner's manual. You should be able to find an exact measurement of the size of your gas tank by searching for "fuel tank capacity" or a phrase that sounds similar.

Drive till empty, then fill it up

If you don't have an owner's manual or a measuring tape and are willing to take a chance, you can figure out how big the gas tank is in your 2016 Kia Sorento by driving it until the fuel gauge reads "E" and then filling it back up.

Even though this method probably won't give you the exact dimensions, it will give you a good idea of how big your gas tank is. Just be careful not to drive too long when the gas tank is empty!

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How to save on fuel costs in a 2016 Kia Sorento

When taking into account all engine and drive types (e.g. 2WD, 4WD), the 2016 Kia Sorento averages anywhere from 19 to 24 MPG combined city/highway.

Compared to other midsize SUVs of the same model year, this isn’t bad—but it definitely could be better. Fortunately, there are a number of simple driving habits one may adopt to conserve gas and reduce your fuel costs, some of which we’ve outlined below:

Stick to a regular maintenance schedule: Allowing system wear and tear to build up in your Kia Sorento could negatively affect fuel economy and lead to costly repairs.

Maintain consistent speeds: Routinely speeding up and slowing down can cause you to use more fuel than necessary.

Avoid idling during the winter months: Idling in general wastes gas, but idling in the winter to warm up your car is even worse, which is why we recommend driving gently in cold temperatures to warm up your vehicle.

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