2001 Acura NSX Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Coupe 4 trims listed ← 2000 2002 →

Fuel tank capacity

18.5gal · 70 L

The 2001 Acura NSX has a fuel tank capacity of 18.5 gallons (70 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 407 highway miles or 278 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

18.5 gal · Smaller than 55% of 2001 models we list.

Highway range
407 mi
City range
278 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
18 MPG
EPA size class
Two Seaters

2001 Acura NSX fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 4 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2dr Coupe 3.0L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 278 / 407 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A RWD 18.5 gal70 L 15 / 22 278 / 407 mi
2dr Coupe 3.2L 6cyl 6M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 278 / 407 mi 3.2L 6cyl 6M RWD 18.5 gal70 L 15 / 22 278 / 407 mi
T 2dr Coupe 3.0L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 278 / 407 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A RWD 18.5 gal70 L 15 / 22 278 / 407 mi
T 2dr Coupe 3.2L 6cyl 6M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 278 / 407 mi 3.2L 6cyl 6M RWD 18.5 gal70 L 15 / 22 278 / 407 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 2001 Acura NSX 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 18 MPG, a full 18.5-gallon tank covers about 333 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full18.5407278
3/413.9305208
1/29.3204139
1/44.610269
1/82.35135

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 833 gallons, roughly 45 full tanks.

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
18 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
494 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2001 Acura NSX

$97.68 to fill the 18.5-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
18.5 galPremium$5.28$97.68$73.26

By region, 18.5-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$91.20
Midwest$5.37$99.34
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$84.55
Rocky Mountain$5.12$94.72
West Coast$6.08$112.48
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$117.66

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

  • 18.5-gallon tank$97.68
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,400

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

NSX tank size in other years

The 2001 NSX uses the same 18.5 gal tank as every NSX since 1991.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2017 NSX 15.6 gal 343 mi
2005 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
2004 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
2003 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
2002 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
2001 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
2000 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
1999 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
1998 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
1997 NSX 18.5 gal Not rated
1996 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
Acura NSX fuel tank by model year

2001 Acura NSX vs similar 2001 coupes

The NSX has the largest tank of the three 2001 coupes compared here, 18.5 gallons against 16.9 for the Porsche 911.

2001 modelTankLongest highway range
Acura NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
Porsche 911 16.9 gal 389 mi
Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 16.4 gal 426 mi

Other 2001 coupes of a similar size, one model per brand.

2001 Acura NSX fuel pump and gauge parts

These are the part numbers the makers list for the 2001 Acura NSX. Check the fuel system recalls first: recall repairs are free.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2001 Acura NSX?

The 2001 Acura NSX holds 18.5 gallons (70 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2001 Acura NSX gas tank hold?

The 2001 Acura NSX tank holds 70 liters, or 18.5 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2001 Acura NSX go on a full tank?

About 407 miles on the highway and 278 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 2001 Acura NSX go on a quarter tank?

About 102 highway miles or 69 in town from the 18.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2001 Acura NSX take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2001 Acura NSX?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 18.5-gallon tank from empty costs $97.68. It ranges from $84.55 in the Gulf Coast to $117.66 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2001 Acura NSX?

About 115 pounds for the 18.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2001 Acura NSX have a bigger gas tank than the Porsche 911?

Yes. The 2001 Acura NSX holds up to 18.5 gallons; the 2001 Porsche 911 holds up to 16.9.

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).

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