Photo: Kia Sportage by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. It shows the model, not always this exact version.
Kia · model year 2027
2027 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid
SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Plug-in hybrid · EPA class: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Where it places
- 06 Plug-in hybrids
Ordered by combined MPG #6 of 73 - 25 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #25 of 479 - 43 Fuel-efficient small SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #43 of 521 - 303 2027 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #303 of 539 - 30 Kia cars
Every model year, newest first #30 of 908 - 55 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #55 of 1,362 - 115 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #115 of 2,158
Against plug-in hybrids
The CarCody take
The 2027 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid is a small all-wheel-drive SUV that can cover 33 miles on electric power before using gasoline. EPA figures show 83 MPGe combined, then 36 MPG on gasoline, with an estimated $1,850 annual fuel cost. A 240-volt connection takes about two hours to charge.
Good to know
- 33 miles of EPA electric range
- 83 MPGe combined rating
- All-wheel drive
- Two-hour charge time at 240 volts
- 36 MPG combined on gasoline
Watch for
- Electric range is limited to 33 miles
- 43 kWh per 100 miles of energy use
- Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,850
- Gasoline city rating is 35 MPG
Who it suits. Drivers with commutes near 33 miles SUV buyers who can charge at 240 volts Drivers wanting all-wheel drive with plug-in capability
Choose this Kia if you can plug in regularly and want an all-wheel-drive SUV for short electric trips plus longer gasoline travel. The 33-mile electric range is the key limit, while 83 MPGe combined describes its blended efficiency. Once the battery's electric miles are gone, expect the 36 MPG combined gasoline rating. The estimated $1,850 yearly fuel cost and two-hour 240-volt charge time give you practical points to weigh against your driving routine.
What it is
The 2027 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid is a small SUV with all-wheel drive. It uses a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, an automatic transmission, gasoline and plug-in-hybrid power. See other Kia cars in the same maker lineup.
Its EPA electric range is 33 miles. After that, the combined gasoline-and-electric figure is 83 MPGe.
The numbers
EPA rates it at 35 MPG in city driving and 36 MPG on the highway when using gasoline. The combined gasoline figure is 36 MPG.
Energy use is listed at 43 kWh per 100 miles. Tailpipe emissions are 97 grams of CO2 per mile.
What it costs to run
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $1,850. Your actual total will depend on how often you charge, how far you drive, and the price of electricity and gasoline.
A 240-volt connection takes about two hours to charge. The 33-mile electric range can cover shorter daily trips before gasoline use becomes the main measure.
How it compares
Use 83 MPGe combined and 33 miles of electric range when comparing it with other plug-in hybrids. For gasoline driving, compare its 36 MPG combined figure and its 35 city and 36 highway ratings.
As an SUV, it also belongs in a fuel-efficient SUV comparison. The useful trade is electric miles first, followed by all-wheel-drive gasoline travel.
Who it suits
It suits a driver whose regular trips fit within 33 electric miles and who can charge from a 240-volt connection in about two hours.
It also fits someone who wants an all-wheel-drive SUV but still needs gasoline range after the battery's electric miles are used.
Trade-offs
The plug-in system offers 83 MPGe combined, but its gasoline rating is 36 MPG combined. Electric use is listed at 43 kWh per 100 miles.
All-wheel drive and SUV utility come with a 33-mile electric limit before the vehicle relies more on gasoline. Its annual EPA fuel-cost estimate is $1,850.
Verdict
The Sportage Plug-in Hybrid makes the most sense when charging is easy and daily driving stays near its electric range. Its 83 MPGe combined rating can reduce gasoline use on short trips, while the 1.6-liter engine and all-wheel drive cover longer travel. Buyers who rarely charge will get less value from the plug-in setup and should focus on the 36 MPG gasoline figure instead.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 36 MPG
- City MPG
- 35 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 36 MPG
- Combined MPGe
- 83 MPGe
- EPA range
- 33 miles
- Energy use
- 43 kWh per 100 miles
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,850
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 97 g per mile
- Charge time at 240 V
- 2 hours
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (AM-S6)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
How far can the 2027 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid go on electricity?
The EPA electric range is 33 miles.
What is its combined MPG and MPGe?
It is rated at 36 MPG combined on gasoline and 83 MPGe combined using its plug-in-hybrid system.
How long does charging take?
Charging at 240 volts takes about two hours.
What are its city and highway MPG figures?
The EPA ratings are 35 MPG city and 36 MPG highway.
How much fuel does it cost each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $1,850.
Is the Sportage Plug-in Hybrid all-wheel drive?
Yes. It is an all-wheel-drive small SUV.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an automatic AM-S6 transmission.
Cars around it
2025 Toyota Prius PHEV SE
52 MPG · $1,300 fuel a year 2025 Toyota Prius PHEV
48 MPG · $1,400 fuel a year
2026 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid
48 MPG · $1,400 fuel a year
2026 Ford Escape FWD PHEV
40 MPG · $1,700 fuel a year
2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV AWD
38 MPG · $1,750 fuel a year
2025 Lexus NX 450h Plus AWD
36 MPG · $2,300 fuel a year
2026 Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
35 MPG · $1,900 fuel a year