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2020 Honda Accord Gas Tank Size and Capacity

Sedan 9 trims listed 2 fuel-system recalls ← 2019 2021 →

Fuel tank capacity

14.8gal · 56 L

The 2020 Honda Accord has a fuel tank capacity of 14.8 gallons (56 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 474–562 highway miles or 326–444 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

14.8 gal · Smaller than 74% of 2020 models we list.

Listed separately: 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid (12.8 gal).

Highway range
474–562 mi
City range
326–444 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
26–33 MPG
EPA size class
Large Cars

2020 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
EX 4dr Sedan 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · FWD MPG 30 / 38Range 444 / 562 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT FWD 14.8 gal56 L 30 / 38 444 / 562 mi
EX-L 4dr Sedan 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · FWD MPG 30 / 38Range 444 / 562 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT FWD 14.8 gal56 L 30 / 38 444 / 562 mi
EX-L 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A · FWD MPG 23 / 34Range 340 / 503 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A FWD 14.8 gal56 L 23 / 34 340 / 503 mi
LX 4dr Sedan 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · FWD MPG 30 / 38Range 444 / 562 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT FWD 14.8 gal56 L 30 / 38 444 / 562 mi
Sport 4dr Sedan 1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M · FWD MPG 26 / 35Range 385 / 518 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6M FWD 14.8 gal56 L 26 / 35 385 / 518 mi
Sport 4dr Sedan 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · FWD MPG 29 / 35Range 429 / 518 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT FWD 14.8 gal56 L 29 / 35 429 / 518 mi
Sport 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A · FWD MPG 22 / 32Range 326 / 474 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A FWD 14.8 gal56 L 22 / 32 326 / 474 mi
Sport 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M · FWD MPG 22 / 32Range 326 / 474 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M FWD 14.8 gal56 L 22 / 32 326 / 474 mi
Touring 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A · FWD MPG 22 / 32Range 326 / 474 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A FWD 14.8 gal56 L 22 / 32 326 / 474 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 2020 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 33 MPG, a full 14.8-gallon tank covers about 488 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full14.8562444
3/411.1422333
1/27.4281222
1/43.7141111
1/81.97056

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 455 gallons, roughly 31 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
26–33 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
266–345 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
5–7 of 10
Source
EPA ratings ↗

What it costs to fill up a 2020 Honda Accord

$63.20 to fill the 14.8-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
14.8 galRegular$4.27$63.20$47.40

By region, 14.8-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$59.50
Midwest$4.27$63.20
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$54.76
Rocky Mountain$4.46$66.01
West Coast$5.42$80.22
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$87.17

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

  • 14.8-gallon tank$63.20
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$1,941

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 2020 Accord uses the same 14.8 gal tank as every Accord since 2018.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2025 Accord 12.8–14.8 gal 563 mi
2024 Accord 12.8–14.8 gal 563 mi
2023 Accord 12.8–14.8 gal 563 mi
2022 Accord 14.8 gal 562 mi
2021 Accord 14.8 gal 562 mi
2020 Accord 14.8 gal 562 mi
2019 Accord 14.8 gal 562 mi
2018 Accord 14.8 gal 562 mi
2017 Accord 17.2 gal 619 mi
2016 Accord 17.2 gal 636 mi
2015 Accord 17.2 gal 619 mi
Honda Accord fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
19901991199219931994199519961997199819992000200120022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015201620172018201914.82020202120222023202420252026
← 2019 Honda Accord Every Accord year 2021 Honda Accord →

2020 Honda Accord vs similar 2020 sedans

The Accord has the smallest tank of the four 2020 sedans compared here: 14.8 gallons, against 18.5 for the Kia Optima.

2020 modelTankLongest highway range
Kia Optima 18.5 gal 685 mi
Subaru Legacy 18.5 gal 648 mi
Hyundai Sonata 14.8–15.9 gal 588 mi
Honda Accord 14.8 gal 562 mi

Picked by body style and size: other 2020 sedans within about 5% of the Accord's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.

2020 Honda Accord fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2020 Honda Accord, out of 5 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpDec 18, 2023 · NHTSA 23V858000 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 2,490,460 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Delivery · Fuel pumpMar 25, 2021 · NHTSA 21V215000 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 624,552 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2020 Honda Accord?

The 2020 Honda Accord holds 14.8 gallons (56 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2020 Honda Accord gas tank hold?

The 2020 Honda Accord tank holds 56 liters, or 14.8 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2020 Honda Accord go on a full tank?

About 474–562 miles on the highway and 326–444 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 2020 Honda Accord go on a quarter tank?

About 141 highway miles or 111 in town from the 14.8-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.7 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2020 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 2020 Honda Accord?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 14.8-gallon tank from empty costs $63.20. It ranges from $54.76 in the Gulf Coast to $87.17 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2020 Honda Accord?

About 92 pounds for the 14.8-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2020 Honda Accord have a bigger gas tank than the Hyundai Sonata?

No. The 2020 Hyundai Sonata holds up to 15.9 gallons; the 2020 Honda Accord holds up to 14.8.

Has the 2020 Honda Accord had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2020 Honda Accord: 23V858000 (delivery · fuel pump); 21V215000 (delivery · fuel pump). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, cross-checked against a second spec database. 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.
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database.

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2020 Honda models

Accord Hybrid12.8 gallons Civic12.4 gallons Clarity7.0 gallons CR-V14.0 gallons CR-V Hybrid14.0 gallons Fit10.6 gallons HR-V13.2 gallons Insight10.6 gallons Odyssey19.5 gallons Passport19.5 gallons Pilot19.5 gallons Ridgeline19.5 gallons