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2018 Honda CR-V Gas Tank Size and Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

14.0gal · 53 L

The 2018 Honda CR-V has a fuel tank capacity of 14.0 gallons (53 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 434–476 highway miles or 350–392 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

14.0 gal · Smaller than 83% of 2018 models we list.

Highway range
434–476 mi
City range
350–392 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
27–30 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2018 Honda CR-V fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 10 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
EX 4dr SUV 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · FWD MPG 28 / 34Range 392 / 476 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT FWD 14.0 gal53 L 28 / 34 392 / 476 mi
EX 4dr SUV AWD 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · AWD MPG 27 / 33Range 378 / 462 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT AWD 14.0 gal53 L 27 / 33 378 / 462 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · FWD MPG 28 / 34Range 392 / 476 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT FWD 14.0 gal53 L 28 / 34 392 / 476 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · AWD MPG 27 / 33Range 378 / 462 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT AWD 14.0 gal53 L 27 / 33 378 / 462 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · AWD MPG 27 / 33Range 378 / 462 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT AWD 14.0 gal53 L 27 / 33 378 / 462 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · FWD MPG 28 / 34Range 392 / 476 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT FWD 14.0 gal53 L 28 / 34 392 / 476 mi
LX 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 26 / 32Range 364 / 448 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT FWD 14.0 gal53 L 26 / 32 364 / 448 mi
LX 4dr SUV AWD 2.4L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 31Range 350 / 434 mi 2.4L 4cyl CVT AWD 14.0 gal53 L 25 / 31 350 / 434 mi
Touring 4dr SUV 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · FWD MPG 28 / 34Range 392 / 476 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT FWD 14.0 gal53 L 28 / 34 392 / 476 mi
Touring 4dr SUV AWD 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT · AWD MPG 27 / 33Range 378 / 462 mi 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT AWD 14.0 gal53 L 27 / 33 378 / 462 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 2018 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 30 MPG, a full 14.0-gallon tank covers about 420 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full14.0476392
3/410.5357294
1/27.0238196
1/43.511998
1/81.86049

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 500 gallons, roughly 36 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 31.2 MPG in the CR-V (12 drivers), about 437 miles on a full 14.0-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
27–30 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
292–327 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
6–7 of 10
Source
EPA ratings ↗

What it costs to fill up a 2018 Honda CR-V

$59.78 to fill the 14.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
14.0 galRegular$4.27$59.78$44.83

By region, 14.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$56.28
Midwest$4.27$59.78
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$51.80
Rocky Mountain$4.46$62.44
West Coast$5.42$75.88
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$82.46

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

  • 14.0-gallon tank$59.78
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,135

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 2018 CR-V uses the same 14.0 gal tank as the 2017 model.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2023 CR-V 14.0 gal 504 mi
2022 CR-V 14.0 gal 476 mi
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
Honda CR-V fuel tank by model year
19971998199920002001200220032004200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016201714.02018201920202021202220232024202520262027
← 2017 Honda CR-V Every CR-V year 2019 Honda CR-V →

2018 Honda CR-V vs similar 2018 SUVs

The CR-V has the smallest tank of the seven 2018 SUVs compared here: 14.0 gallons, against 16.6 for the Mitsubishi Outlander.

2018 modelTankLongest highway range
Mitsubishi Outlander 15.8–16.6 gal 498 mi
Hyundai Tucson 16.4 gal 492 mi
Subaru Forester 15.9 gal 509 mi
Toyota RAV4 15.9 gal 477 mi
Ford Escape 15.7 gal 471 mi
Chevrolet Equinox 14.9–15.6 gal 593 mi
Honda CR-V 14.0 gal 476 mi

Picked by body style and size: other 2018 SUVs within about 5% of the CR-V's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.

2018 Honda CR-V fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2018 Honda CR-V, 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.

Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ Look up your tank by VIN

Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2018 Honda CR-V?

The 2018 Honda CR-V holds 14.0 gallons (53 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2018 Honda CR-V gas tank hold?

The 2018 Honda CR-V tank holds 53 liters, or 14.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2018 Honda CR-V gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2018 Honda CR-V use the same 14.0 gal tank.

How far can a 2018 Honda CR-V go on a full tank?

About 434–476 miles on the highway and 350–392 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 2018 Honda CR-V go on a quarter tank?

About 119 highway miles or 98 in town from the 14.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.5 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2018 Honda CR-V really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 31.2 MPG in the 2018 Honda CR-V (12 drivers), which works out to about 437 miles on a full 14.0-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2018 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 2018 Honda CR-V?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 14.0-gallon tank from empty costs $59.78. It ranges from $51.80 in the Gulf Coast to $82.46 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2018 Honda CR-V?

About 87 pounds for the 14.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2018 Honda CR-V have a bigger gas tank than the Subaru Forester?

No. The 2018 Subaru Forester holds up to 15.9 gallons; the 2018 Honda CR-V holds up to 14.0.

Has the 2018 Honda CR-V had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2018 Honda CR-V: 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.
  • 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 2018 Honda models

Accord14.8 gallons Accord Hybrid12.8 gallons Civic12.4 gallons Clarity7.0 gallons Fit10.6 gallons HR-V13.2 gallons Odyssey19.5 gallons Pilot19.5 gallons Ridgeline19.5 gallons