1990 Audi 200 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

20.6–21.1gal · 78–80 L

The 1990 Audi 200 has a fuel tank capacity of 20.6 to 21.1 gallons (78–80 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 20.6 gallons, used on 2 trims.

A full tank is good for roughly 422–474 highway miles or 309–338 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

21.1 gal · Bigger than 74% of 1990 models we list.

Highway range
422–474 mi
City range
309–338 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
18 MPG
EPA size class
Midsize Cars

1990 Audi 200 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
Engine

All 3 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
quattro Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD 2.2L 5cyl 5M · AWD MPG 15 / 23Range 309 / 474 mi 2.2L 5cyl 5M AWD 20.6 gal78 L 15 / 23 309 / 474 mi
quattro Turbo 4dr Wagon AWD 2.2L 5cyl 5M · AWD MPG 15 / 22Range 309 / 453 mi 2.2L 5cyl 5M AWD 20.6 gal78 L 15 / 22 309 / 453 mi
Turbo 4dr Sedan 2.2L 5cyl 3A · FWD MPG 16 / 20Range 338 / 422 mi 2.2L 5cyl 3A FWD 21.1 gal80 L 16 / 20 338 / 422 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 1990 Audi 200 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 21.1-gallon tank covers about 380 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full21.1422338
3/415.8317253
1/210.6211169
1/45.310684
1/82.65342

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 833 gallons, roughly 39 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 1990 Audi 200

$87.96 to fill the 20.6-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
20.6 galRegular$4.27$87.96$65.97
21.1 galRegular$4.27$90.10$67.57

By region, 20.6-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$82.81
Midwest$4.27$87.96
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$76.22
Rocky Mountain$4.46$91.88
West Coast$5.42$111.65
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$121.33

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

  • 20.6-gallon tank$87.96
  • 21.1-gallon tank$90.10
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,558

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

200 tank size in other years

1990 is the first 200 model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
1991 200 21.1 gal 464 mi
1990 200 20.6–21.1 gal 474 mi
Audi 200 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

1990 Audi 200 vs similar 1990 sedans

At 21.1 gallons, the 200's largest tank ranks fifth of the seven 1990 sedans compared here. The Jaguar XJ-Series carries the most (24.0 gal) and the Cadillac Seville the least (18.8 gal).

1990 modelTankLongest highway range
Jaguar XJ-Series 21.6–24.0 gal 464 mi
Mercedes-Benz 300-Class 18.5–23.8 gal 422 mi
Lexus LS 400 22.5 gal 495 mi
INFINITI Q45 22.5 gal 450 mi
Audi 200 20.6–21.1 gal 474 mi
Volvo 760 15.8–21.0 gal 420 mi
Cadillac Seville 18.8 gal 432 mi

Other 1990 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

1990 Audi 200 fuel system recalls

None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1990 Audi 200 involve the fuel system.

All Audi fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

1990 Audi 200 fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1990 Audi 200, 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 1990 Audi 200?

The 1990 Audi 200 holds between 20.6 and 21.1 gallons, depending on the trim. 20.6 gallons is the usual size; the 21.1-gallon tank comes on the Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.2L 5cyl 3A).

How many gallons and liters does the 1990 Audi 200 gas tank hold?

The 1990 Audi 200 tank holds 78–80 liters, or 20.6–21.1 gallons in US gallons.

Which 1990 Audi 200 has the biggest gas tank?

The 21.1-gallon tank is on the Turbo 4dr Sedan. The smallest tank, 20.6 gallons, is on the quattro Turbo 4dr Sedan AWD.

Does AWD change the 1990 Audi 200 gas tank?

Yes. AWD: 20.6 gal; FWD: 21.1 gal.

How far can a 1990 Audi 200 go on a full tank?

About 422–474 miles on the highway and 309–338 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 1990 Audi 200 go on a quarter tank?

About 106 highway miles or 84 in town from the 21.1-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1990 Audi 200 take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 1990 Audi 200?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 20.6-gallon tank from empty costs $87.96. It ranges from $76.22 in the Gulf Coast to $121.33 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1990 Audi 200?

About 131 pounds for the 21.1-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1990 Audi 200 have a bigger gas tank than the Cadillac Seville?

Yes. The 1990 Audi 200 holds up to 21.1 gallons; the 1990 Cadillac Seville holds up to 18.8.

Has the 1990 Audi 200 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1990 Audi 200 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 (Audi fuel system recalls).

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