Kia Spectra MPG and Fuel Economy
Kia have been manufacturing models of Spectra for 7 years, with the latest vehicle in 2009 having a combined MPG of 26.
The estimated fuel cost for the 2009 Kia Spectra is $2,400 per year.
Government regulators have estimated that value based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.
💵 Compared to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $500 more on fuel driving a 2009 Kia Spectra.
🛢 The Kia Spectra will consume roughly 11 barrels of petroleum per year, using the standard estimate of 15,000 miles per year.
💨 For every mile driven, the Kia Spectra will emit -1 grams of CO2, which is about -15,000 grams of CO2 per year.
🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 1 tree would be needed to offset emissions from the Kia Spectra.
The table below is a complete list of the 7 Kia Spectra fuel efficiency specifications we have data for.
Click any vehicle link to see a more detailed breakdown of the car, miles per gallon, emissions, and more.
| Vehicle | Combined MPG | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Kia Spectra | 26 | $2,400 |
| 2008 Kia Spectra | 27 | $2,300 |
| 2007 Kia Spectra | 26 | $2,400 |
| 2006 Kia Spectra | 25 | $2,500 |
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 25 | $2,500 |
| 2003 Kia Spectra | 22 | $2,850 |
| 2002 Kia Spectra | 22 | $2,850 |
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