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2017 Honda Pilot Gas Tank Size and Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

19.5gal · 74 L

The 2017 Honda Pilot has a fuel tank capacity of 19.5 gallons (74 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 507–527 highway miles or 351–390 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.5 gal · Bigger than 63% of 2017 models we list.

Highway range
507–527 mi
City range
351–390 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
21–23 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2017 Honda Pilot fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 17 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
EX 4dr SUV 3.5L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 371 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 27 371 / 527 mi
EX 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 26Range 351 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 18 / 26 351 / 507 mi
EX 4dr SUV AWD w/Honda Sensing 3.5L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 26Range 351 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 18 / 26 351 / 507 mi
EX 4dr SUV w/Honda Sensing 3.5L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 371 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 27 371 / 527 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV 3.5L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 371 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 27 371 / 527 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 26Range 351 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 18 / 26 351 / 507 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Honda Sensing 3.5L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 26Range 351 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 18 / 26 351 / 507 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation 3.5L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 26Range 351 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 18 / 26 351 / 507 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Rear Entertainment System 3.5L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 26Range 351 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 18 / 26 351 / 507 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV w/Honda Sensing 3.5L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 371 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 27 371 / 527 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation 3.5L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 371 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 27 371 / 527 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV w/Rear Entertainment System 3.5L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 371 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 27 371 / 527 mi
Elite 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation and Rear Entertainment System 3.5L 6cyl 9A · AWD MPG 19 / 26Range 371 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 9A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 26 371 / 507 mi
LX 4dr SUV 3.5L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 371 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 27 371 / 527 mi
LX 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 18 / 26Range 351 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 18 / 26 351 / 507 mi
Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation and Rear Entertainment System 3.5L 6cyl 9A · AWD MPG 19 / 26Range 371 / 507 mi 3.5L 6cyl 9A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 19 / 26 371 / 507 mi
Touring 4dr SUV w/Navigation and Rear Entertainment System 3.5L 6cyl 9A · FWD MPG 20 / 27Range 390 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 9A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 20 / 27 390 / 527 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 2017 Honda Pilot 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 22 MPG, a full 19.5-gallon tank covers about 429 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.5527371
3/414.6395278
1/29.8263185
1/44.913293
1/82.46646

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 682 gallons, roughly 35 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.

EPA combined
21–23 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
388–421 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
4–5 of 10
Source
EPA ratings ↗

What it costs to fill up a 2017 Honda Pilot

$83.26 to fill the 19.5-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
19.5 galRegular$4.27$83.26$62.45

By region, 19.5-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$78.39
Midwest$4.27$83.26
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$72.15
Rocky Mountain$4.46$86.97
West Coast$5.42$105.69
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$114.85

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

  • 19.5-gallon tank$83.26
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,911

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Pilot tank size in other years

The 2017 Pilot uses the same 19.5 gal tank as the 2016 model.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2022 Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
2021 Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
2020 Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
2019 Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
2018 Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
2017 Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
2016 Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
2015 Pilot 21.0 gal 525 mi
2014 Pilot 21.0 gal 525 mi
2013 Pilot 21.0 gal 525 mi
2012 Pilot 21.0 gal 525 mi
Honda Pilot fuel tank by model year
2003200420052006200720082009201020112012201320142015201619.52017201820192020202120222023202420252026
← 2016 Honda Pilot Every Pilot year 2018 Honda Pilot →

2017 Honda Pilot vs similar 2017 SUVs

At 19.5 gallons, the Pilot's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2017 SUVs compared here. The Jeep Wrangler carries the most (22.5 gal) and the Kia Sorento the least (18.8 gal).

2017 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Wrangler 18.6–22.5 gal 473 mi
Dodge Journey 20.5–21.1 gal 513 mi
Honda Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
Mazda CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
Nissan Pathfinder 19.5 gal 527 mi
Toyota Highlander 19.2 gal 518 mi
Kia Sorento 18.8 gal 526 mi

Picked by body style and size: other 2017 SUVs within about 5% of the Pilot's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.

2017 Honda Pilot fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2017 Honda Pilot, out of 4 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2017 Honda Pilot?

The 2017 Honda Pilot holds 19.5 gallons (74 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2017 Honda Pilot gas tank hold?

The 2017 Honda Pilot tank holds 74 liters, or 19.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2017 Honda Pilot gas tank?

No. AWD and FWD versions of the 2017 Honda Pilot use the same 19.5 gal tank.

How far can a 2017 Honda Pilot go on a full tank?

About 507–527 miles on the highway and 351–390 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 2017 Honda Pilot go on a quarter tank?

About 132 highway miles or 93 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 2017 Honda Pilot take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2017 Honda Pilot?

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 2017 Honda Pilot?

About 121 pounds for the 19.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2017 Honda Pilot have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota Highlander?

Yes. The 2017 Honda Pilot holds up to 19.5 gallons; the 2017 Toyota Highlander holds up to 19.2.

Has the 2017 Honda Pilot had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2017 Honda Pilot: 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, 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.

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

Other 2017 Honda models

Accord17.2 gallons Accord Hybrid15.8 gallons Civic12.4 gallons CR-V14.0 gallons Fit10.6 gallons HR-V13.2 gallons Odyssey21.0 gallons Ridgeline19.5 gallons