1999 Honda Accord Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

17.1gal · 65 L

The 1999 Honda Accord has a fuel tank capacity of 17.1 gallons (65 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 445–479 highway miles or 308–376 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

17.1 gal · Smaller than 64% of 1999 models we list.

Highway range
445–479 mi
City range
308–376 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
21–24 MPG
EPA size class
Midsize Cars

1999 Honda Accord fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 9 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
DX 4dr Sedan 2.3L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 21 / 28Range 359 / 479 mi 2.3L 4cyl 5M FWD 17.1 gal65 L 21 / 28 359 / 479 mi
EX 2dr Coupe 2.3L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 22 / 28Range 376 / 479 mi 2.3L 4cyl 5M FWD 17.1 gal65 L 22 / 28 376 / 479 mi
EX 4dr Sedan 2.3L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 22 / 28Range 376 / 479 mi 2.3L 4cyl 5M FWD 17.1 gal65 L 22 / 28 376 / 479 mi
EX V6 2dr Coupe 3.0L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 18 / 26Range 308 / 445 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A FWD 17.1 gal65 L 18 / 26 308 / 445 mi
EX V6 4dr Sedan 3.0L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 18 / 26Range 308 / 445 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A FWD 17.1 gal65 L 18 / 26 308 / 445 mi
LX 2dr Coupe 2.3L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 22 / 28Range 376 / 479 mi 2.3L 4cyl 5M FWD 17.1 gal65 L 22 / 28 376 / 479 mi
LX 4dr Sedan 2.3L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 22 / 28Range 376 / 479 mi 2.3L 4cyl 5M FWD 17.1 gal65 L 22 / 28 376 / 479 mi
LX V6 2dr Coupe 3.0L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 18 / 26Range 308 / 445 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A FWD 17.1 gal65 L 18 / 26 308 / 445 mi
LX V6 4dr Sedan 3.0L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 18 / 26Range 308 / 445 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A FWD 17.1 gal65 L 18 / 26 308 / 445 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 1999 Honda Accord 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 24 MPG, a full 17.1-gallon tank covers about 410 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full17.1479376
3/412.8359282
1/28.6239188
1/44.312094
1/82.16047

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 625 gallons, roughly 37 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.5 MPG in the Accord (25 drivers), about 419 miles on a full 17.1-gallon tank.

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
21–24 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
370–423 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1999 Honda Accord

$73.02 to fill the 17.1-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
17.1 galRegular$4.27$73.02$54.76

By region, 17.1-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$68.74
Midwest$4.27$73.02
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$63.27
Rocky Mountain$4.46$76.27
West Coast$5.42$92.68
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$100.72

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

  • 17.1-gallon tank$73.02
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,669

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

Accord tank size in other years

The 1999 Accord uses the same 17.1 gal tank as the 1998 model.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2004 Accord 17.1 gal 530 mi
2003 Accord 17.1 gal 530 mi
2002 Accord 17.1 gal 496 mi
2001 Accord 17.1 gal 496 mi
2000 Accord 17.1 gal 496 mi
1999 Accord 17.1 gal 479 mi
1998 Accord 17.1 gal 479 mi
1997 Accord 17.0 gal 493 mi
1996 Accord 17.0 gal 493 mi
1995 Accord 17.0 gal 493 mi
1994 Accord 17.0 gal 493 mi
Honda Accord fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

1999 Honda Accord vs similar 1999 sedans

At 17.1 gallons, the Accord's largest tank ranks second of the seven 1999 sedans compared here. The Nissan Maxima carries the most (18.5 gal) and the Ford Contour SVT the least (14.5 gal).

1999 modelTankLongest highway range
Nissan Maxima 18.5 gal 481 mi
Honda Accord 17.1 gal 479 mi
Mazda 626 16.9 gal 507 mi
Plymouth Breeze 16.0 gal 528 mi
Dodge Stratus 16.0 gal 528 mi
Chevrolet Malibu 15.0 gal 420 mi
Ford Contour SVT 14.5 gal 377 mi

Other 1999 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

1999 Honda Accord fuel system recalls

None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1999 Honda Accord involve the fuel system.

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1999 Honda Accord fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1999 Honda Accord, 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 1999 Honda Accord?

The 1999 Honda Accord holds 17.1 gallons (65 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1999 Honda Accord gas tank hold?

The 1999 Honda Accord tank holds 65 liters, or 17.1 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 1999 Honda Accord go on a full tank?

About 445–479 miles on the highway and 308–376 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 1999 Honda Accord go on a quarter tank?

About 120 highway miles or 94 in town from the 17.1-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 1999 Honda Accord really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.5 MPG in the 1999 Honda Accord (25 drivers), which works out to about 419 miles on a full 17.1-gallon tank.

What gas does the 1999 Honda Accord take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1999 Honda Accord?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 17.1-gallon tank from empty costs $73.02. It ranges from $63.27 in the Gulf Coast to $100.72 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1999 Honda Accord?

About 106 pounds for the 17.1-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1999 Honda Accord have a bigger gas tank than the Mazda 626?

Yes. The 1999 Honda Accord holds up to 17.1 gallons; the 1999 Mazda 626 holds up to 16.9.

Has the 1999 Honda Accord had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1999 Honda Accord 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 (Honda fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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