2016 Audi TT Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Convertible 2 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2015 2017 →

Fuel tank capacity

14.5gal · 55 L

The 2016 Audi TT has a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 gallons (55 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 435 highway miles or 334 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

14.5 gal · Smaller than 82% of 2016 models we list.

Highway range
435 mi
City range
334 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA combined
26 MPG
EPA size class
Two Seaters

2016 Audi TT fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2.0T quattro 2dr Convertible AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM · AWD MPG 23 / 30Range 334 / 435 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM AWD 14.5 gal55 L 23 / 30 334 / 435 mi
2.0T quattro 2dr Coupe AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM · AWD MPG 23 / 30Range 334 / 435 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM AWD 14.5 gal55 L 23 / 30 334 / 435 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 2016 Audi TT 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 26 MPG, a full 14.5-gallon tank covers about 377 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full14.5435334
3/410.9326250
1/27.3218167
1/43.610983
1/81.85442

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 577 gallons, roughly 40 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
26 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
336 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
6 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2016 Audi TT

$76.56 to fill the 14.5-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
14.5 galPremium$5.28$76.56$57.42

By region, 14.5-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$71.48
Midwest$5.37$77.86
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$66.27
Rocky Mountain$5.12$74.24
West Coast$6.08$88.16
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$92.22

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

  • 14.5-gallon tank$76.56
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,046

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

TT tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2016: 14.5 gal, down from 15.8 gal on the 2015 TT.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2021 TT 14.5 gal 450 mi
2020 TT 14.5 gal 450 mi
2019 TT 14.5 gal 450 mi
2018 TT 14.5 gal 435 mi
2017 TT 14.5 gal 435 mi
2016 TT 14.5 gal 435 mi
2015 TT 15.8 gal 490 mi
2014 TT 15.8 gal 490 mi
2013 TT 14.5 gal 450 mi
2012 TT 14.5 gal 450 mi
2011 TT 15.9 gal 493 mi
Audi TT fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2016 Audi TT vs similar 2016 convertibles

The TT has the largest tank of the two 2016 convertibles compared here, 14.5 gallons against 14.5 for the BMW Z4.

2016 modelTankLongest highway range
Audi TT 14.5 gal 435 mi
BMW Z4 14.5 gal 493 mi

Other 2016 convertibles of a similar size, one model per brand.

2016 Audi TT fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2016 Audi TT, out of 4 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Storage · Tank assemblyFeb 12, 2020 · NHTSA 20V076000 · Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · 8,572 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Audi TT Roadster Quattro and TT Coupe Quattro vehicles. In the event of a crash, the fuel tank may become damaged by the fuel tank heat shield bracket.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BX.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2016 Audi TT?

The 2016 Audi TT holds 14.5 gallons (55 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2016 Audi TT gas tank hold?

The 2016 Audi TT tank holds 55 liters, or 14.5 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2016 Audi TT go on a full tank?

About 435 miles on the highway and 334 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 2016 Audi TT go on a quarter tank?

About 109 highway miles or 83 in town from the 14.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2016 Audi TT take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2016 Audi TT?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 14.5-gallon tank from empty costs $76.56. It ranges from $66.27 in the Gulf Coast to $92.22 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2016 Audi TT?

About 90 pounds for the 14.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2016 Audi TT have a bigger gas tank than the BMW Z4?

No, they match: both top out at 14.5 gallons in 2016.

Has the 2016 Audi TT had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2016 Audi TT: 20V076000 (storage · tank assembly). 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 (Audi fuel system recalls).

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