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 Passport 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 17 MPG, a full 19.5-gallon tank covers about 332 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
19.5
390
293
3/4
14.6
293
219
1/2
9.8
195
146
1/4
4.9
98
73
1/8
2.4
49
37
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 882 gallons, roughly 45 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.
At 19.5 gallons, the Passport's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2002 SUVs compared here. The Nissan Pathfinder carries the most (21.1 gal) and the Ford Explorer Sport the least (16.8 gal).
Other 2002 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.
2002 Honda Passport fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2002 Honda Passport, out of 2 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Delivery · Fuel pumpOct 7, 2005 · NHTSA 05V466000 · Isuzu Manufacturing Services Of America · 15,515 vehicles
Certain sport utility vehicles that have been exposed to fuel contaminated with silicon may develop small pin holes in the fuel pump feed port. Silicon has been identified in the fuel systems of affected vehicles and in certain fuel available in the region of tyler, Texas. This recall will be launched for vehicles registered in Texas and the four surrounding states: Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico and Louisiana.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak could lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy: For vehicles registered in the states identified above, dealers will provide a new cover over the existing feed port on the fuel pump or, if the existing feed port has already been damaged, dealers will install a new fuel pump that is equipped with the new cover. The new cover will be made of a different material. The recall began on november 25, 2005. Owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2002 Honda Passport?
The 2002 Honda Passport holds 19.5 gallons (74 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 2002 Honda Passport gas tank hold?
The 2002 Honda Passport tank holds 74 liters, or 19.5 gallons in US gallons.
Does 4WD change the 2002 Honda Passport gas tank?
No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 2002 Honda Passport use the same 19.5 gal tank.
How far can a 2002 Honda Passport go on a full tank?
About 371–390 miles on the highway and 293 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 Passport go on a quarter tank?
About 98 highway miles or 73 in town from the 19.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.9 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 2002 Honda Passport 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 Passport?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.5-gallon tank from empty costs $83.26. It ranges from $72.15 in the Gulf Coast to $114.85 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2002 Honda Passport?
About 121 pounds for the 19.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2002 Honda Passport have a bigger gas tank than the Pontiac Aztek?
Yes. The 2002 Honda Passport holds up to 19.5 gallons; the 2002 Pontiac Aztek holds up to 18.0.
Has the 2002 Honda Passport had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2002 Honda Passport: 05V466000 (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).