2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

13.2gal · 50 L

The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer has a fuel tank capacity of 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 383–436 highway miles or 343–396 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

13.2 gal · Smaller than 91% of 2026 models we list.

Highway range
383–436 mi
City range
343–396 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
27–31 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel tank capacity by trim

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Powertrain
no difference
Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 8 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank Fuel MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
ACTIV 4dr SUV 1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT · FWD · Regular MPG 29 / 33Range 383 / 436 mi 1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT FWD 13.2 gal50 L Regular 29 / 33 383 / 436 mi
ACTIV 4dr SUV AWD 1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A · AWD · Regular MPG 26 / 29Range 343 / 383 mi 1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A AWD 13.2 gal50 L Regular 26 / 29 343 / 383 mi
LS 4dr SUV 1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT · FWD · Flex-fuel (gas or E85) MPG 30 / 31Range 396 / 409 mi 1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT Flex-fuel FWD 13.2 gal50 L Flex-fuelgas or E85 30 / 31 396 / 409 mi
LS 4dr SUV AWD 1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A · AWD · Regular MPG 26 / 29Range 343 / 383 mi 1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A AWD 13.2 gal50 L Regular 26 / 29 343 / 383 mi
LT 4dr SUV 1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT · FWD · Flex-fuel (gas or E85) MPG 29 / 33Range 383 / 436 mi 1.2L 3cyl Turbo CVT Flex-fuel FWD 13.2 gal50 L Flex-fuelgas or E85 29 / 33 383 / 436 mi
LT 4dr SUV AWD 1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A · AWD · Regular MPG 26 / 29Range 343 / 383 mi 1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A AWD 13.2 gal50 L Regular 26 / 29 343 / 383 mi
RS 4dr SUV 1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT · FWD · Regular MPG 29 / 33Range 383 / 436 mi 1.3L 3cyl Turbo CVT FWD 13.2 gal50 L Regular 29 / 33 383 / 436 mi
RS 4dr SUV AWD 1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A · AWD · Regular MPG 26 / 29Range 343 / 383 mi 1.3L 3cyl Turbo 9A AWD 13.2 gal50 L Regular 26 / 29 343 / 383 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG (worked out from the rated MPG where the EPA range wasn't published).

How far a 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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 27 MPG, a full 13.2-gallon tank covers about 356 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full13.2383343
3/49.9287257
1/26.6191172
1/43.39686
1/81.74843

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 556 gallons, roughly 42 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
27–31 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
287–329 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
5–6 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer

$56.36 to fill the 13.2-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
13.2 galRegular$4.27$56.36$42.27
13.2 galE85 (flex-fuel trims)$3.31$43.69$32.77

By region, 13.2-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$53.06
Midwest$4.27$56.36
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$48.84
Rocky Mountain$4.46$58.87
West Coast$5.42$71.54
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$77.75

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

  • 13.2-gallon tank$56.36
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,372

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

Trailblazer tank size in other years

The 2026 Trailblazer uses the same 13.2 gal tank as every Trailblazer since 2021.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2026 Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
2025 Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
2024 Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
2023 Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
2022 Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
2021 Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs similar 2026 SUVs

At 13.2 gallons, the Trailblazer's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2026 SUVs compared here. The Subaru Crosstrek carries the most (16.6 gal) and the Kia Niro the least (11.1 gal).

2026 modelTankLongest highway range
Subaru Crosstrek 16.6 gal 598 mi
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 15.8 gal 458 mi
Chevrolet Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
Toyota Corolla Cross 12.4–13.2 gal 409 mi
Buick Encore GX 13.2 gal 409 mi
Nissan Kicks 11.9–12.4 gal 422 mi
Kia Niro 11.1 gal 599 mi

Other 2026 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel system recalls

None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer involve the fuel system.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer holds 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer gas tank hold?

The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer tank holds 50 liters, or 13.2 gallons in US gallons.

Does the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer tank change with the powertrain?

No. Gas and Flex-fuel (E85) versions of the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer use the same 13.2 gal tank.

Does AWD change the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer use the same 13.2 gal tank.

How far can a 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer go on a full tank?

About 383–436 miles on the highway and 343–396 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 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer go on a quarter tank?

About 96 highway miles or 86 in town from the 13.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer take?

Regular unleaded, or Flex-fuel (unleaded/E85), depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 13.2-gallon tank from empty costs $56.36. It ranges from $48.84 in the Gulf Coast to $77.75 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

About 82 pounds for the 13.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer have a bigger gas tank than the Kia Niro?

Yes. The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer holds up to 13.2 gallons; the 2026 Kia Niro holds up to 11.1.

Has the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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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