Against 456 other V6 cars rated 2009–2011, the Borrego trails their 20 mpg average by 2 mpg, about $213 a year.
Every Kia Borrego engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 17 / 21 | 2009–2011 | $2,133 | |
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 15 / 22 | 2009–2011 | $2,133 |
What that actually costs
Against its rivals in the same model years, the Jeep Liberty gets 18 mpg, the Nissan Xterra 18 mpg and the Jeep Commander 16 mpg, next to 18 mpg for the 2011 Borrego.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2011) | $0.178 |
| Fuel per year | $2,133 |
| Fuel over five years | $10,665 |
| Against other V6 cars, 2009–2011 | +$213 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $3,450 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2011 Kia Borrego gives up 5.5 mpg in town: 21.5 on the highway against 16 in the city, $614 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2011) | 16 mpg | $2,400 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 21.5 mpg | $1,786 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +5.5 mpg (34%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the Borrego changed over the years
Combined figure across the 3 model years the Borrego was rated in, all of them at 18 mpg.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 16 / 21.5 | 2 | $2,133 | |
| 2010 | 16 / 21.5 | 2 | $2,133 | |
| 2009 | 16 / 21.5 | 2 | $2,133 |
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How we count
This page rests on 6 EPA ratings of the Kia Borrego — 2 engines across 2009–2011. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $3,450. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2011 Kia Borrego get?
18 mpg combined, 16 city and 21.5 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2009 the Borrego has averaged 18 mpg.
Is the 2011 Borrego more efficient than the 2010?
About the same: 18 against 18 mpg combined.
Does the Borrego get better gas mileage than the Jeep Liberty?
About the same: 18 mpg for the 2011 Borrego against 18 for the 2012 Jeep Liberty.
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