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2022 Kia Sportage

The 2022 Kia Sportage is a compact SUV, rated at 26 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

2022 Kia Sportage
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Combined MPG
26
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$28,000
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Model year2022
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.4 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG23
Highway MPG30
Combined MPG26
CO₂ tailpipe350 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2400

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Sportage AWD21 MPG combined
Sportage AWD23 MPG combined
Sportage FWD23 MPG combined
Sportage FWD26 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City23 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined26 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Sportage26 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 19% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$493/mo
Amount financed
$25,200
Total interest
$4,384
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5-year fuel cost
$7,731

$1,546/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG26
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (1)

  • TRAILER HITCHES22V703000 · 2022-09-19

    Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The 2022 Kia Sportage is EPA-rated at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway).

Is the 2022 Kia Sportage reliable?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2022 Kia Sportage. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The 2022 Kia Sportage earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2022 Kia Sportage?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2022 Kia Sportage costs roughly $1,546 per year to fuel, or about $7,731 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2022 Kia Sportage?

The 2022 Kia Sportage is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC