2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

26.0gal · 98 L

The 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe has a fuel tank capacity of 26.0 gallons (98 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 546 highway miles or 390 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

26.0 gal · Bigger than 85% of 2011 models we list.

Listed separately: 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid (24.0 gal).

Highway range
546 mi
City range
390 mi
Fuel
Flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
EPA combined
17 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 6 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
LS 4dr SUV 5.3L 8cyl 6A · RWD Flex-fuel MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi 5.3L 8cyl 6A Flex-fuel RWD 26.0 gal98 L 15 / 21 390 / 546 mi
LS 4dr SUV 4WD 5.3L 8cyl 6A · 4WD Flex-fuel MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi 5.3L 8cyl 6A Flex-fuel 4WD 26.0 gal98 L 15 / 21 390 / 546 mi
LT 4dr SUV 5.3L 8cyl 6A · RWD Flex-fuel MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi 5.3L 8cyl 6A Flex-fuel RWD 26.0 gal98 L 15 / 21 390 / 546 mi
LT 4dr SUV 4WD 5.3L 8cyl 6A · 4WD Flex-fuel MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi 5.3L 8cyl 6A Flex-fuel 4WD 26.0 gal98 L 15 / 21 390 / 546 mi
LTZ 4dr SUV 5.3L 8cyl 6A · RWD Flex-fuel MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi 5.3L 8cyl 6A Flex-fuel RWD 26.0 gal98 L 15 / 21 390 / 546 mi
LTZ 4dr SUV 4WD 5.3L 8cyl 6A · 4WD Flex-fuel MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi 5.3L 8cyl 6A Flex-fuel 4WD 26.0 gal98 L 15 / 21 390 / 546 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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 26.0-gallon tank covers about 442 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full26.0546390
3/419.5410293
1/213.0273195
1/46.513798
1/83.36849

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 882 gallons, roughly 34 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
17 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
523 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe

$111.02 to fill the 26.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
26.0 galRegular$4.27$111.02$83.26
26.0 galE85 (flex-fuel trims)$3.31$86.06$64.55

By region, 26.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$104.52
Midwest$4.27$111.02
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$96.20
Rocky Mountain$4.46$115.96
West Coast$5.42$140.92
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$153.14

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

  • 26.0-gallon tank$111.02
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,768

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

Tahoe tank size in other years

The 2011 Tahoe uses the same 26.0 gal tank as every Tahoe since 2000.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2016 Tahoe 26.0 gal 598 mi
2015 Tahoe 26.0 gal 598 mi
2014 Tahoe 26.0 gal 546 mi
2013 Tahoe 26.0 gal 546 mi
2012 Tahoe 26.0 gal 546 mi
2011 Tahoe 26.0 gal 546 mi
2010 Tahoe 26.0 gal 546 mi
2009 Tahoe 26.0 gal 546 mi
2008 Tahoe 26.0 gal 520 mi
2007 Tahoe 26.0 gal 520 mi
2006 Tahoe 26.0 gal 494 mi
Chevrolet Tahoe fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe vs similar 2011 SUVs

At 26.0 gallons, the Tahoe's largest tank ranks third of the four 2011 SUVs compared here. The Nissan Armada carries the most (28.0 gal) and the GMC Yukon Hybrid the least (25.0 gal).

2011 modelTankLongest highway range
Nissan Armada 28.0 gal 532 mi
Toyota Sequoia 26.4 gal 528 mi
Chevrolet Tahoe 26.0 gal 546 mi
GMC Yukon Hybrid 25.0 gal 575 mi

Other 2011 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe fuel system recalls

None of the 6 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe involve the fuel system.

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2011 Chevrolet Tahoe fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe, 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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe?

The 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe holds 26.0 gallons (98 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe gas tank hold?

The 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe tank holds 98 liters, or 26.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe gas tank?

No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe use the same 26.0 gal tank.

How far can a 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe go on a full tank?

About 546 miles on the highway and 390 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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe go on a quarter tank?

About 137 highway miles or 98 in town from the 26.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 6.5 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe take?

Flex-fuel (unleaded/E85). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 26.0-gallon tank from empty costs $111.02. It ranges from $96.20 in the Gulf Coast to $153.14 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe?

About 161 pounds for the 26.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe have a bigger gas tank than the GMC Yukon Hybrid?

Yes. The 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe holds up to 26.0 gallons; the 2011 GMC Yukon Hybrid holds up to 25.0.

Has the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 6 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 (Chevrolet fuel system recalls).

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