Thoughts on my Kia's economy?
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fuel economy and emissions
The question
Hi,
Just brought a 2022 Kia Sportage 1.6 petrol hybrid 2022 and it averages 7.3 litres per 100km. I thought it would be less.
Asked by Kevin Lucey ·
Expert answer
Hi Kevin,
In our time with that car back in 2022 (assuming you mean the regular hybrid, not the plug-in model), we averaged about 6.2 litres/100km so the car is clearly capable of better.
Obviously fuel consumption depends on many factors, including driving style, where and how fast you are driving and even how well-maintained the engine is. Make sure you're not carrying around any unnecessary weight in the car, remember that roof/bike racks affect the consumption and check your tyre pressures.
Other than all that, check how clean the air filter is.
Answered by Shane O' Donoghue