2012 Kia Sportage

SUV Regular
Kia Sportage 2012
25MPG Combined
6 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2012 Kia Sportage. As a SUV, it achieves 21–25 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2012 Kia Sportage Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG21–25 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG21
Highway MPG30
Body StyleSUV
Fuel TypeRegular
DriveFWD
Available Trims6

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Auto21/28/242.0L 4cylAutomatic 6-spd
Auto21/30/252.4L 4cylAutomatic 6-spd
Man20/27/232.4L 4cylManual 6-spd
Auto20/25/222.0L 4cylAutomatic 6-spd
Auto20/27/232.4L 4cylAutomatic 6-spd
Man19/25/212.4L 4cylManual 6-spd

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2012 Kia Sportage costs approximately $1,916 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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