2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD gets an EPA-estimated 37/36 MPG (city/highway) and 37 MPG combined, with an estimated $1,650/year fuel cost and 240 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.6 L 4-cyl.
The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD with the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 37 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway, for a combined 37 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.6 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S6) |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| MPG — city | 37 |
| MPG — highway | 36 |
| MPG — combined | 37 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $1,650 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 240 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 7/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 37 MPG, the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD sits in the very good range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, 35 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $1,650 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD. Over five years that is roughly $8,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD emits approximately 240 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 7 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.