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2020Midsize CarsRegular Gas and Electricity

2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid

EPA ID: 41529

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City MPG

Combined MPG

41MPG· Excellent

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2020 Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid achieves an EPA-estimated 41 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 39 MPG in the city and 44 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (am6), this midsize cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2020 Optima Plug-in Hybrid produces approximately 97 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Optima Plug-in Hybrid performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,450, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $5,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars

Fuel TypeRegular Gas and Electricity

Engine2L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions97 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemEquipped

GHG Score10/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$1,450

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $5,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

41.1

Impact vs EPA

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

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Cold (-10°F)70°FHot (110°F)

Extreme temperatures severely impact lithium-ion battery chemistry and require heavy HVAC usage. See how your range degrades in freezing winters or scorching summers.

Battery Efficiency

100%

Est. Real Range*

91 mi

*Assumes 75kWh pack

EV / PHEV Intel

Powertrain TypeRegular Gas and Electricity

MPGe Combined41

Range Anxiety Index: High Anxiety

Urban micro-mobility only. Do not attempt long distance travel.

Estimated EPA Range: ~30 miles

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$483/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$16,000

55.2%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$4,000

13.8%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$8,600

29.7%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.4%

Total 5-Year Cost$29,000

Recall Intelligence

19.4 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 24 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 1.6 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.