Does the 2022 Kia Sportage need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LX FWD.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $277 more a year.
- 50% of 146 SUVs (2022) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| LX AWD | 2.4L | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Nightfall FWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| EX FWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Nightfall AWD | 2.4L | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| EX AWD | 2.4L | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SX Turbo FWD | 2.0L | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SX Turbo AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Kia Sportage | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2022 Kia Sorento | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2022 Hyundai Tucson | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2022 Kia Seltos | LX AWD | Regular |
| 2022 Toyota RAV4 | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2022 Honda CR-V | LX 2WD | Regular |
| 2022 Kia Telluride | LX FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree