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2016 Honda CR-V Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 12 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2015 2017 →

Fuel tank capacity

15.3gal · 58 L

The 2016 Honda CR-V has a fuel tank capacity of 15.3 gallons (58 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 474–505 highway miles or 383–398 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.3 gal · Smaller than 76% of 2016 models we list.

Highway range
474–505 mi
City range
383–398 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
27 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2016 Honda CR-V fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 12 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
EX 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 26 / 33Range 398 / 505 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT FWD 15.3 gal58 L 26 / 33 398 / 505 mi
EX 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 31Range 383 / 474 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT AWD 15.3 gal58 L 25 / 31 383 / 474 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 26 / 33Range 398 / 505 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT FWD 15.3 gal58 L 26 / 33 398 / 505 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 31Range 383 / 474 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT AWD 15.3 gal58 L 25 / 31 383 / 474 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation 2.4L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 31Range 383 / 474 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT AWD 15.3 gal58 L 25 / 31 383 / 474 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation 2.4L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 26 / 33Range 398 / 505 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT FWD 15.3 gal58 L 26 / 33 398 / 505 mi
LX 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 26 / 33Range 398 / 505 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT FWD 15.3 gal58 L 26 / 33 398 / 505 mi
LX 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 31Range 383 / 474 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT AWD 15.3 gal58 L 25 / 31 383 / 474 mi
SE 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 26 / 33Range 398 / 505 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT FWD 15.3 gal58 L 26 / 33 398 / 505 mi
SE 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 31Range 383 / 474 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT AWD 15.3 gal58 L 25 / 31 383 / 474 mi
Touring 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 26 / 33Range 398 / 505 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT FWD 15.3 gal58 L 26 / 33 398 / 505 mi
Touring 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 31Range 383 / 474 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT AWD 15.3 gal58 L 25 / 31 383 / 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 2016 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 29 MPG, a full 15.3-gallon tank covers about 444 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.3505398
3/411.5379298
1/27.7252199
1/43.812699
1/81.96350

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 517 gallons, roughly 34 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.1 MPG in the CR-V (7 drivers), about 369 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
27 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
326 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
6 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2016 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.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.3 galRegular$4.27$65.33$49.00

By region, 15.3-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill 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)$2,209

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 2016 CR-V uses the same 15.3 gal tank as every CR-V since 1997.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2021 CR-V 14.0 gal 476 mi
2020 CR-V 14.0 gal 476 mi
2019 CR-V 14.0 gal 476 mi
2018 CR-V 14.0 gal 476 mi
2017 CR-V 14.0 gal 476 mi
2016 CR-V 15.3 gal 505 mi
2015 CR-V 15.3 gal 520 mi
2014 CR-V 15.3 gal 474 mi
2013 CR-V 15.3 gal 474 mi
2012 CR-V 15.3 gal 474 mi
2011 CR-V 15.3 gal 428 mi
Honda CR-V fuel tank by model year
1997199819992000200120022003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024202520262027
← 2015 Honda CR-V Every CR-V year 2017 Honda CR-V →

2016 Honda CR-V vs similar 2016 SUVs

At 15.3 gallons, the CR-V's largest tank ranks fifth of the seven 2016 SUVs compared here. The Hyundai Tucson carries the most (16.4 gal) and the Kia Sportage the least (15.3 gal).

2016 modelTankLongest highway range
Hyundai Tucson 16.4 gal 541 mi
Toyota RAV4 15.9 gal 493 mi
Subaru Forester 15.9 gal 509 mi
Ford Escape 15.5 gal 496 mi
Honda CR-V 15.3 gal 505 mi
Mazda CX-5 14.8–15.3 gal 518 mi
Kia Sportage 15.3 gal 428 mi

Other 2016 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2016 Honda CR-V fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2016 Honda CR-V, out of 3 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.

All Honda fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2016 Honda CR-V?

The 2016 Honda CR-V holds 15.3 gallons (58 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2016 Honda CR-V gas tank hold?

The 2016 Honda CR-V tank holds 58 liters, or 15.3 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2016 Honda CR-V gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2016 Honda CR-V use the same 15.3 gal tank.

How far can a 2016 Honda CR-V go on a full tank?

About 474–505 miles on the highway and 383–398 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 2016 Honda CR-V go on a quarter tank?

About 126 highway miles or 99 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 2016 Honda CR-V really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.1 MPG in the 2016 Honda CR-V (7 drivers), which works out to about 369 miles on a full 15.3-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2016 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 2016 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 2016 Honda CR-V?

About 95 pounds for the 15.3-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2016 Honda CR-V have a bigger gas tank than the Mazda CX-5?

No, they match: both top out at 15.3 gallons in 2016.

Has the 2016 Honda CR-V had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2016 Honda CR-V: 23V858000 (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, 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).

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

Other 2016 Honda models

Accord17.2 gallons Civic12.4 gallons CR-Z10.6 gallons Fit10.6 gallons HR-V13.2 gallons Odyssey21.0 gallons Pilot19.5 gallons