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2012 Kia Sportage Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

15.3gal · 58 L

The 2012 Kia Sportage has a fuel tank capacity of 15.3 gallons (58 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 383–459 highway miles or 306–321 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.3 gal · Smaller than 82% of 2012 models we list.

Highway range
383–459 mi
City range
306–321 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
22–25 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2012 Kia Sportage fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 7 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 6M · FWD MPG 20 / 27Range 306 / 413 mi 2.4L 4cyl 6M FWD 15.3 gal58 L 20 / 27 306 / 413 mi
EX 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 6A · FWD MPG 21 / 30Range 321 / 459 mi 2.4L 4cyl 6A FWD 15.3 gal58 L 21 / 30 321 / 459 mi
EX 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 306 / 413 mi 2.4L 4cyl 6A AWD 15.3 gal58 L 20 / 27 306 / 413 mi
LX 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 6A · FWD MPG 21 / 30Range 321 / 459 mi 2.4L 4cyl 6A FWD 15.3 gal58 L 21 / 30 321 / 459 mi
LX 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 306 / 413 mi 2.4L 4cyl 6A AWD 15.3 gal58 L 20 / 27 306 / 413 mi
SX 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 21 / 28Range 321 / 428 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 15.3 gal58 L 21 / 28 321 / 428 mi
SX 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 25Range 306 / 383 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 15.3 gal58 L 20 / 25 306 / 383 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2012 Kia Sportage goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 23 MPG, a full 15.3-gallon tank covers about 352 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.3413306
3/411.5310230
1/27.7207153
1/43.810377
1/81.95238

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 652 gallons, roughly 43 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.6 MPG in the Sportage (5 drivers), about 376 miles on a full 15.3-gallon tank.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
22–25 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
355–404 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2012 Kia Sportage

$65.33 to fill the 15.3-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.3 galRegular$4.27$65.33$49.00

By region, 15.3-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$61.51
Midwest$4.27$65.33
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$56.61
Rocky Mountain$4.46$68.24
West Coast$5.42$82.93
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$90.12

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 15.3-gallon tank$65.33
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,785

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Sportage tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2012: 15.3 gal, up from 14.5 gal on the 2011 Sportage.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2017 Sportage 16.4 gal 476 mi
2016 Sportage 15.3 gal 428 mi
2015 Sportage 15.3 gal 428 mi
2014 Sportage 15.3 gal 428 mi
2013 Sportage 15.3 gal 459 mi
2012 Sportage 15.3 gal 459 mi
2011 Sportage 14.5 gal 450 mi
2010 Sportage 15.3–17.2 gal 396 mi
2009 Sportage 15.3–17.2 gal 396 mi
2008 Sportage 15.3–17.2 gal 396 mi
2007 Sportage 15.3–17.2 gal 396 mi
Kia Sportage fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
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← 2011 Kia Sportage Every Sportage year 2013 Kia Sportage →

2012 Kia Sportage vs similar 2012 SUVs

At 15.3 gallons, the Sportage's largest tank ranks fourth of the seven 2012 SUVs compared here. The Ford Escape carries the most (17.5 gal) and the Jeep Patriot the least (13.6 gal).

2012 modelTankLongest highway range
Ford Escape 15.1–17.5 gal 490 mi
Subaru Forester 16.9 gal 456 mi
Volkswagen Tiguan 16.8 gal 454 mi
Kia Sportage 15.3 gal 459 mi
Hyundai Tucson 15.3 gal 459 mi
Honda CR-V 15.3 gal 474 mi
Jeep Patriot 13.5–13.6 gal 394 mi

Other 2012 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2012 Kia Sportage fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2012 Kia Sportage, out of 5 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsDec 19, 2018 · NHTSA 18V907000 · Kia Motors America · 71,653 vehicles

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2012 Kia Sportage?

The 2012 Kia Sportage holds 15.3 gallons (58 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2012 Kia Sportage gas tank hold?

The 2012 Kia Sportage tank holds 58 liters, or 15.3 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2012 Kia Sportage gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2012 Kia Sportage use the same 15.3 gal tank.

How far can a 2012 Kia Sportage go on a full tank?

About 383–459 miles on the highway and 306–321 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2012 Kia Sportage go on a quarter tank?

About 103 highway miles or 77 in town from the 15.3-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2012 Kia Sportage really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.6 MPG in the 2012 Kia Sportage (5 drivers), which works out to about 376 miles on a full 15.3-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2012 Kia Sportage take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2012 Kia Sportage?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.3-gallon tank from empty costs $65.33. It ranges from $56.61 in the Gulf Coast to $90.12 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2012 Kia Sportage?

About 95 pounds for the 15.3-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2012 Kia Sportage have a bigger gas tank than the Volkswagen Tiguan?

No. The 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan holds up to 16.8 gallons; the 2012 Kia Sportage holds up to 15.3.

Has the 2012 Kia Sportage had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2012 Kia Sportage: 18V907000 (delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Kia fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2012 Kia models

Forte13.7 gallons Optima17.2–18.5 gallons Rio11.4 gallons Sedona21.1 gallons Sorento18.0 gallons Soul12.7 gallons