1998 Honda CR-V Gas Tank Size and Capacity
Fuel tank capacity
15.3gal · 58 L
The 1998 Honda CR-V has a fuel tank capacity of 15.3 gallons (58 liters) on every trim.
A full tank is good for roughly 352 highway miles or 291 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
15.3 gal · Smaller than 81% of 1998 models we list.
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1998 Honda CR-V fuel tank capacity by trim
What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table
- Drive
- no difference
- Engine
- no difference
All 3 trims
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl 5M · AWD | 2.0L 4cyl 5M | AWD | 15.3 gal58 L | Not rated | Not rated | |
| LX 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl 4A · FWD MPG 19 / 23Range 291 / 352 mi | 2.0L 4cyl 4A | FWD | 15.3 gal58 L | 19 / 23 | 291 / 352 mi | |
| LX 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl 5M · AWD MPG 19 / 23Range 291 / 352 mi | 2.0L 4cyl 5M | AWD | 15.3 gal58 L | 19 / 23 | 291 / 352 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.Trims marked "Not rated" have no published EPA rating.
How far a 1998 Honda CR-V 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 21 MPG, a full 15.3-gallon tank covers about 321 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 15.3 | 352 | 291 |
| 3/4 | 11.5 | 264 | 218 |
| 1/2 | 7.7 | 176 | 145 |
| 1/4 | 3.8 | 88 | 73 |
| 1/8 | 1.9 | 44 | 36 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 714 gallons, roughly 47 full tanks.
In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 23.6 MPG in the CR-V (22 drivers), about 361 miles on a full 15.3-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
- 20–21 MPG
- Tailpipe CO2
- 423–444 g/mi
- Source
- EPA ratings ↗
What it costs to fill up a 1998 Honda CR-V
$65.33 to fill the 15.3-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.
| Tank | Fuel | US avg / gal | From empty | From 1/4 tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.3 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $65.33 | $49.00 |
By region, 15.3-gallon tank
| Region | Regular / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.02 | $61.51 |
| Midwest | $4.27 | $65.33 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $3.70 | $56.61 |
| Rocky Mountain | $4.46 | $68.24 |
| West Coast | $5.42 | $82.93 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $5.89 | $90.12 |
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
- 15.3-gallon tank$65.33
- A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,050
Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
CR-V tank size in other years
The 1998 CR-V uses the same 15.3 gal tank as the 1997 model.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 CR-V | 15.3 gal | 398 mi |
| 2002 CR-V | 15.3 gal | 398 mi |
| 2001 CR-V | 15.3 gal | 352 mi |
| 2000 CR-V | 15.3 gal | 352 mi |
| 1999 CR-V | 15.3 gal | 352 mi |
| 1998 CR-V | 15.3 gal | 352 mi |
| 1997 CR-V | 15.3 gal | 352 mi |
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1998 Honda CR-V vs similar 1998 SUVs
The CR-V has the smallest tank of the three 1998 SUVs compared here: 15.3 gallons, against 18.5 for the Toyota 4Runner.
| 1998 model | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota 4Runner | 18.5 gal | 407 mi |
| Kia Sportage | 15.8 gal | 332 mi |
| Honda CR-V | 15.3 gal | 352 mi |
Picked by body style and size: other 1998 SUVs within about 5% of the CR-V's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.
1998 Honda CR-V fuel system recalls
None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1998 Honda CR-V involve the fuel system.
1998 Honda CR-V fuel pump and gauge parts
NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1998 Honda CR-V, 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 1998 Honda CR-V?
The 1998 Honda CR-V holds 15.3 gallons (58 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 1998 Honda CR-V gas tank hold?
The 1998 Honda CR-V tank holds 58 liters, or 15.3 gallons in US gallons.
Does AWD change the 1998 Honda CR-V gas tank?
No. AWD and FWD versions of the 1998 Honda CR-V use the same 15.3 gal tank.
How far can a 1998 Honda CR-V go on a full tank?
About 352 miles on the highway and 291 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 1998 Honda CR-V go on a quarter tank?
About 88 highway miles or 73 in town from the 15.3-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
How many miles does a 1998 Honda CR-V really get on a tank?
Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 23.6 MPG in the 1998 Honda CR-V (22 drivers), which works out to about 361 miles on a full 15.3-gallon tank.
What gas does the 1998 Honda CR-V take?
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 1998 Honda CR-V?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.3-gallon tank from empty costs $65.33. It ranges from $56.61 in the Gulf Coast to $90.12 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1998 Honda CR-V?
About 95 pounds for the 15.3-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 1998 Honda CR-V have a bigger gas tank than the Kia Sportage?
No. The 1998 Kia Sportage holds up to 15.8 gallons; the 1998 Honda CR-V holds up to 15.3.
Has the 1998 Honda CR-V had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
No. None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1998 Honda CR-V involve the fuel system.
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.
- Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).
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