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2021 Honda Pilot Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 14 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2020 2022 →

Fuel tank capacity

19.5gal · 74 L

The 2021 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 371–390 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.5 gal · Bigger than 63% of 2021 models we list.

Highway range
507–527 mi
City range
371–390 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
22–23 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2021 Honda Pilot fuel tank capacity by trim

What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table

Drive
no difference

All 14 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Black Edition 4dr SUV AWD 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
EX 4dr SUV 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
EX 4dr SUV AWD 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
EX-L 4dr SUV 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
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD 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
Elite 4dr SUV AWD 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 9A · FWD MPG 20 / 27Range 390 / 527 mi 3.5L 6cyl 9A FWD 19.5 gal74 L 20 / 27 390 / 527 mi
LX 4dr SUV AWD 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
SE 4dr SUV 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
SE 4dr SUV AWD 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 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
Touring 4dr SUV AWD 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 AWD w/Rear Captain's Chairs 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/Rear Captain's Chairs 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 2021 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
Full19.5507371
3/414.6380278
1/29.8254185
1/44.912793
1/82.46346

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
22–23 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
388–406 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
4–5 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2021 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 2021 Pilot uses the same 19.5 gal tank as every Pilot since 2016.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2026 Pilot 18.5 gal 500 mi
2025 Pilot 18.5 gal 500 mi
2024 Pilot 18.5 gal 500 mi
2023 Pilot 18.5 gal 500 mi
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
Honda Pilot fuel tank by model year
200320042005200620072008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
← 2020 Honda Pilot Every Pilot year 2022 Honda Pilot →

2021 Honda Pilot vs similar 2021 SUVs

At 19.5 gallons, the Pilot's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2021 SUVs compared here. The Chevrolet Blazer carries the most (21.7 gal) and the Toyota Highlander the least (17.9 gal).

2021 modelTankLongest highway range
Chevrolet Blazer 19.4–21.7 gal 586 mi
Jeep Wrangler 17.5–21.5 gal 516 mi
Honda Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 19.5 gal 468 mi
Kia Telluride 18.8 gal 489 mi
Ford Edge 18.5 gal 537 mi
Toyota Highlander 17.9 gal 519 mi

Other 2021 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2021 Honda Pilot fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2021 Honda Pilot, out of 10 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 2021 Honda Pilot?

The 2021 Honda Pilot holds 19.5 gallons (74 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2021 Honda Pilot gas tank hold?

The 2021 Honda Pilot tank holds 74 liters, or 19.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2021 Honda Pilot gas tank?

No. AWD and FWD versions of the 2021 Honda Pilot use the same 19.5 gal tank.

How far can a 2021 Honda Pilot go on a full tank?

About 507–527 miles on the highway and 371–390 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 2021 Honda Pilot go on a quarter tank?

About 127 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 2021 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 2021 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 2021 Honda Pilot?

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

Does the 2021 Honda Pilot have a bigger gas tank than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport?

No, they match: both top out at 19.5 gallons in 2021.

Has the 2021 Honda Pilot had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2021 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, 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).

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

Other 2021 Honda models

Accord14.8 gallons Accord Hybrid12.8 gallons Civic12.4 gallons Clarity7.0 gallons CR-V14.0 gallons CR-V Hybrid14.0 gallons HR-V13.2 gallons Insight10.6 gallons Odyssey19.5 gallons Passport19.5 gallons Ridgeline19.5 gallons