Kia Sportage HEV 2026 running costs in France
Official UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP) figure for the 2026 Kia Sportage HEV: 5.8 L/100km, 130 g/km CO₂. At France prices (€2.07/L petrol), driving 15,000 km a year costs about €1,804 — €0.12 per kilometre, priced on petrol (a plug-in hybrid also uses electricity, which is cheaper per km on home charging).
Official figures — 2026 Kia Sportage HEV
| Fuel type | Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Official consumption | 5.8 L/100km |
| CO₂ (official) | 130 g/km |
| Engine size | 1,598 cc |
| Power | 48 kW |
| Configurations in source data | 1 |
| Data source | UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP) — WLTP test cycle |
What it costs to run in France
| Hybrid (5.8 L/100km) | €1,804/year |
|---|---|
| contrôle technique | €78.00/year |
| Estimated annual running cost | €1,882/year ≈ €157/month |
Assumes 15,000 km a year and the current average France prices shown above (EU Oil Bulletin (DG ENER) week 31 Aug 2026: E95 €2.073/L). Insurance is not included because it depends on your age, history and the policy — add it in the full ownership calculator. Servicing, tyres and repairs also vary by car and driver.
How it compares with other hybrid cars in France
The average hybrid car in our France dataset uses 5.9 L/100km. The 2026 Kia Sportage HEV uses 5.8 L/100km — about 1.7% less than that average, or roughly €31.10 saved a year at 15,000 km.
2026 Kia Sportage HEV — configurations in the official data
| Fuel | Consumption | CO₂ | Engine | Power | Source variant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 5.8 L/100km | 130 g/km | 1598 cc | 48 kW | GT-Line S' 1.6 6-speed AT 2WD two-tone · 6 versions (median WLTP) |
Figures are the official certified values recorded in the UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP), grouped across 1 configuration. Real-world consumption is typically higher than the certified figure.
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These are estimates built from official certified figures and current average prices. They are not financial advice. Verify the exact figure for the car you are buying — consumption varies by trim, tyres and driving style.