LX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags1.7L 4cyl 4A · FWDMPG 26 / 34Range 343 / 449 mi
1.7L 4cyl 4A
FWD
13.2 gal50 L
26 / 34
343 / 449 mi
LX 4dr Sedan w/Side Airbags1.7L 4cyl 5M · FWDMPG 28 / 36Range 370 / 475 mi
1.7L 4cyl 5M
FWD
13.2 gal50 L
28 / 36
370 / 475 mi
Si 2dr Hatchback2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWDMPG 23 / 28Range 304 / 370 mi
2.0L 4cyl 5M
FWD
13.2 gal50 L
23 / 28
304 / 370 mi
Si 2dr Hatchback w/Side Airbags2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWDMPG 23 / 28Range 304 / 370 mi
2.0L 4cyl 5M
FWD
13.2 gal50 L
23 / 28
304 / 370 mi
No trim matches all of these filters.
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 2002 Honda Civic 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 29 MPG, a full 13.2-gallon tank covers about 383 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
13.2
449
343
3/4
9.9
337
257
1/2
6.6
224
172
1/4
3.3
112
86
1/8
1.7
56
43
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 517 gallons, roughly 39 full tanks.
In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 34.4 MPG in the Civic (85 drivers), about 454 miles on a full 13.2-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.
At 13.2 gallons, the Civic's largest tank ranks third of the five 2002 sedans compared here. The Pontiac Sunfire carries the most (14.1 gal) and the Mitsubishi Mirage the least (12.4 gal).
Other 2002 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.
2002 Honda Civic fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2002 Honda Civic, out of 11 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Storage · Tank assemblyNov 1, 2007 · NHTSA 07V512000 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 6,545 vehicles
On certain compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, in the event of a severe interior fire in the area of the rear seat, the CNG tank may be heated unevenly, preventing the pressure relief device from venting the contents of the tank as designed.
Risk and remedy
Risk: This could result in a tank rupture, explosion, and ejection of the tank from the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will install a heat insulator material to the rear seat back. An interim owner letter was mailed to owners beginning november 26, 2007. When parts are available, owners will be renotified asking them to bring in their vehicle for repair. Owners may contact honda at 1-800-999-1009.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2002 Honda Civic?
The 2002 Honda Civic holds 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 2002 Honda Civic gas tank hold?
The 2002 Honda Civic tank holds 50 liters, or 13.2 gallons in US gallons.
How far can a 2002 Honda Civic go on a full tank?
About 370–528 miles on the highway and 304–409 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 2002 Honda Civic go on a quarter tank?
About 112 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.
How many miles does a 2002 Honda Civic really get on a tank?
Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 34.4 MPG in the 2002 Honda Civic (85 drivers), which works out to about 454 miles on a full 13.2-gallon tank.
What gas does the 2002 Honda Civic take?
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2002 Honda Civic?
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 2002 Honda Civic?
About 82 pounds for the 13.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2002 Honda Civic have a bigger gas tank than the Ford Escort?
Yes. The 2002 Honda Civic holds up to 13.2 gallons; the 2002 Ford Escort holds up to 12.8.
Has the 2002 Honda Civic had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2002 Honda Civic: 07V512000 (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).