Kia Borrego MPG
EPA fuel economy for 12 Kia Borrego trims sold from 2009 to 2011. Best ever: 18 MPG (2011 Borrego 2WD). Latest model year 2011: 17 to 18 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Kia Borrego fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2011 Kia Borrego to fuel is the Borrego 2WD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl (18 MPG) at $3,470 a year. The Borrego 4WD, 4.6 L, 8 cyl (17 MPG) costs $3,670, so the thriftier trim saves $200 a year and $1,000 over five years.
| 2011 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borrego 2WD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 18 | $3,470 | cheapest |
| Borrego 2WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 6-spd | RWD | Regular | 18 | $3,470 | cheapest |
| Borrego 4WD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD | Regular | 18 | $3,470 | cheapest |
| Borrego 4WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 6-spd | 4WD | Regular | 17 | $3,670 | +$200 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Kia Borrego MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 18 | 17 | 21 | Borrego 2WD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 4 |
| 2010 | 18 | 17 | 21 | Borrego 2WD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 4 |
| 2009 | 18 | 17 | 21 | Borrego 2WD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 4 |
Every Kia Borrego trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Borrego 2WD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2011 | Borrego 2WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 6-spd | RWD | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2011 | Borrego 4WD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2011 | Borrego 4WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 6-spd | 4WD | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2010 | Borrego 2WD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2010 | Borrego 2WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 6-spd | RWD | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2010 | Borrego 4WD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2010 | Borrego 4WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 6-spd | 4WD | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2009 | Borrego 2WD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2009 | Borrego 2WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 6-spd | RWD | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2009 | Borrego 4WD | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $3,470 |
| 2009 | Borrego 4WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2011 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD | 32 | 34 | 30 |
| 2011 Mazda Tribute Hybrid 2WD | 32 | 34 | 30 |
| 2011 Mercury Mariner Hybrid FWD | 32 | 34 | 30 |
| 2011 Lexus RX 450h | 29 | 31 | 28 |
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2WD | 27 | 24 | 30 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox FWD | 26 | 22 | 31 |
All Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Kia Borrego?
The most efficient Kia Borrego the EPA has rated is the 2011 Borrego 2WD at 18 MPG combined (17 city, 21 highway).
What MPG does the 2011 Kia Borrego get?
2011 Kia Borrego trims range from 17 to 18 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Kia Borrego has the worst fuel economy?
The 2011 Borrego 4WD is the lowest rated at 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Kia Borrego for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2011 Kia Borrego to fuel is the Borrego 2WD, 3.8 L, 6 cyl (18 MPG) at $3,470 a year. The Borrego 4WD, 4.6 L, 8 cyl (17 MPG) costs $3,670, so the thriftier trim saves $200 a year and $1,000 over five years.
More from Kia: every Kia model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.