2004 Acura MDX Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

19.2gal · 73 L

The 2004 Acura MDX has a fuel tank capacity of 19.2 gallons (73 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 403 highway miles or 288 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.2 gal · Bigger than 52% of 2004 models we list.

Highway range
403 mi
City range
288 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
17 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2004 Acura MDX fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
AWD 4dr SUV 3.5L 6cyl 5A · AWD MPG 15 / 21Range 288 / 403 mi 3.5L 6cyl 5A AWD 19.2 gal73 L 15 / 21 288 / 403 mi
Touring AWD 4dr SUV 3.5L 6cyl 5A · AWD MPG 15 / 21Range 288 / 403 mi 3.5L 6cyl 5A AWD 19.2 gal73 L 15 / 21 288 / 403 mi
Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Entertainment System 3.5L 6cyl 5A · AWD MPG 15 / 21Range 288 / 403 mi 3.5L 6cyl 5A AWD 19.2 gal73 L 15 / 21 288 / 403 mi
Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav 3.5L 6cyl 5A · AWD MPG 15 / 21Range 288 / 403 mi 3.5L 6cyl 5A AWD 19.2 gal73 L 15 / 21 288 / 403 mi
Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System 3.5L 6cyl 5A · AWD MPG 15 / 21Range 288 / 403 mi 3.5L 6cyl 5A AWD 19.2 gal73 L 15 / 21 288 / 403 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 2004 Acura MDX 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 17 MPG, a full 19.2-gallon tank covers about 326 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.2403288
3/414.4302216
1/29.6202144
1/44.810172
1/82.45036

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 882 gallons, roughly 46 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.9 MPG in the MDX (13 drivers), about 324 miles on a full 19.2-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
17 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
523 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2004 Acura MDX

$101.38 to fill the 19.2-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
19.2 galPremium$5.28$101.38$76.03

By region, 19.2-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$94.66
Midwest$5.37$103.10
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$87.74
Rocky Mountain$5.12$98.30
West Coast$6.08$116.74
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$122.11

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

  • 19.2-gallon tank$101.38
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,659

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

MDX tank size in other years

The 2004 MDX uses the same 19.2 gal tank as every MDX since 2001.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2009 MDX 21.0 gal 420 mi
2008 MDX 21.0 gal 420 mi
2007 MDX 21.0 gal 420 mi
2006 MDX 20.4 gal 428 mi
2005 MDX 20.4 gal 428 mi
2004 MDX 19.2 gal 403 mi
2003 MDX 19.2 gal 403 mi
2002 MDX 19.2 gal 403 mi
2001 MDX 19.2 gal 403 mi
Acura MDX fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2004 Acura MDX vs similar 2004 SUVs

At 19.2 gallons, the MDX's largest tank ranks sixth of the seven 2004 SUVs compared here. The Porsche Cayenne carries the most (26.2 gal) and the Volvo XC90 the least (19.0 gal).

2004 modelTankLongest highway range
Porsche Cayenne 26.2 gal 472 mi
Land Rover Discovery 24.6 gal 344 mi
INFINITI FX45 23.8 gal 428 mi
Lexus GX 470 23.0 gal 391 mi
Cadillac SRX 20.0 gal 420 mi
Acura MDX 19.2 gal 403 mi
Volvo XC90 19.0 gal 418 mi

Other 2004 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2004 Acura MDX fuel system recalls

None of the 8 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2004 Acura MDX involve the fuel system.

All Acura fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

2004 Acura MDX fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2004 Acura MDX, so a failed pump or gauge is a normal repair. These are the part numbers the makers list for it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2004 Acura MDX?

The 2004 Acura MDX holds 19.2 gallons (73 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2004 Acura MDX gas tank hold?

The 2004 Acura MDX tank holds 73 liters, or 19.2 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2004 Acura MDX go on a full tank?

About 403 miles on the highway and 288 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 2004 Acura MDX go on a quarter tank?

About 101 highway miles or 72 in town from the 19.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2004 Acura MDX really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.9 MPG in the 2004 Acura MDX (13 drivers), which works out to about 324 miles on a full 19.2-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2004 Acura MDX take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2004 Acura MDX?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.2-gallon tank from empty costs $101.38. It ranges from $87.74 in the Gulf Coast to $122.11 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2004 Acura MDX?

About 119 pounds for the 19.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2004 Acura MDX have a bigger gas tank than the Volvo XC90?

Yes. The 2004 Acura MDX holds up to 19.2 gallons; the 2004 Volvo XC90 holds up to 19.0.

Has the 2004 Acura MDX had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 8 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2004 Acura MDX involve the fuel system.

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 (Acura fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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