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2020 Acura NSX Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Coupe 1 trim listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2019 2021 →

Fuel tank capacity

15.6gal · 59 L

The 2020 Acura NSX has a fuel tank capacity of 15.6 gallons (59 liters).

A full tank is good for roughly 343 highway miles or 328 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.6 gal · Smaller than 71% of 2020 models we list.

Highway range
343 mi
City range
328 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
21 MPG
EPA size class
Two Seaters

2020 Acura NSX fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2dr Coupe AWD 3.5L 6cyl Turbo 9AM · AWD Hybrid MPG 21 / 22Range 328 / 343 mi 3.5L 6cyl Turbo 9AM Hybrid AWD 15.6 gal59 L 21 / 22 328 / 343 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 2020 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 21 MPG, a full 15.6-gallon tank covers about 328 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.6343328
3/411.7257246
1/27.8172164
1/43.98682
1/82.04341

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 714 gallons, roughly 46 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
21 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
420 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
4 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2020 Acura NSX

$82.37 to fill the 15.6-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.6 galPremium$5.28$82.37$61.78

By region, 15.6-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$76.91
Midwest$5.37$83.77
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$71.29
Rocky Mountain$5.12$79.87
West Coast$6.08$94.85
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$99.22

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

  • 15.6-gallon tank$82.37
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,771

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 2020 NSX uses the same 15.6 gal tank as every NSX since 2017.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2022 NSX 15.6 gal 343 mi
2021 NSX 15.6 gal 343 mi
2020 NSX 15.6 gal 343 mi
2019 NSX 15.6 gal 343 mi
2018 NSX 15.6 gal 343 mi
2017 NSX 15.6 gal 343 mi
2005 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
2004 NSX 18.5 gal 407 mi
Acura NSX fuel tank by model year
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← 2019 Acura NSX Every NSX year 2021 Acura NSX →

2020 Acura NSX vs similar 2020 coupes

At 15.6 gallons, the NSX's largest tank ranks third of the four 2020 coupes compared here. The Audi R8 carries the most (21.9 gal) and the BMW M2 the least (13.7 gal).

2020 modelTankLongest highway range
Audi R8 19.3–21.9 gal 438 mi
INFINITI Q60 20.0 gal 560 mi
Acura NSX 15.6 gal 343 mi
BMW M2 13.7 gal 343 mi

Other 2020 coupes of a similar size, one model per brand.

2020 Acura NSX fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2020 Acura NSX, out of 1 recall in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpDec 18, 2023 · NHTSA 23V858000 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 2,490,460 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2020 Acura NSX?

The 2020 Acura NSX holds 15.6 gallons (59 liters).

How many gallons and liters does the 2020 Acura NSX gas tank hold?

The 2020 Acura NSX tank holds 59 liters, or 15.6 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2020 Acura NSX go on a full tank?

About 343 miles on the highway and 328 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 2020 Acura NSX go on a quarter tank?

About 86 highway miles or 82 in town from the 15.6-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.9 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2020 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 2020 Acura NSX?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.6-gallon tank from empty costs $82.37. It ranges from $71.29 in the Gulf Coast to $99.22 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2020 Acura NSX?

About 97 pounds for the 15.6-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2020 Acura NSX have a bigger gas tank than the INFINITI Q60?

No. The 2020 INFINITI Q60 holds up to 20.0 gallons; the 2020 Acura NSX holds up to 15.6.

Has the 2020 Acura NSX had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2020 Acura NSX: 23V858000 (delivery · fuel pump). 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 (Acura fuel system recalls).

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

Other 2020 Acura models

ILX13.2 gallons MDX19.4–19.5 gallons RDX17.1 gallons RLX15.1–18.5 gallons TLX17.2 gallons