2025 Honda Pilot Gas Tank Size and Capacity

Fuel tank capacity

18.5gal · 70 L

The 2025 Honda Pilot has a fuel tank capacity of 18.5 gallons (70 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 426–500 highway miles or 333–352 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

18.5 gal · Bigger than 53% of 2025 models we list.

Highway range
426–500 mi
City range
333–352 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
20–22 MPG
EPA size class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle

2025 Honda Pilot fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 13 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Black Edition 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 10A · AWD MPG 19 / 25Range 352 / 463 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A AWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 25 352 / 463 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV 3.5L 6cyl 10A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 352 / 500 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A FWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 27 352 / 500 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 10A · AWD MPG 19 / 25Range 352 / 463 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A AWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 25 352 / 463 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/HPD Wheels 3.5L 6cyl 10A · AWD MPG 19 / 25Range 352 / 463 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A AWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 25 352 / 463 mi
EX-L 4dr SUV w/HPD Wheels 3.5L 6cyl 10A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 352 / 500 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A FWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 27 352 / 500 mi
Elite 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 10A · AWD MPG 19 / 25Range 352 / 463 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A AWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 25 352 / 463 mi
Sport 4dr SUV 3.5L 6cyl 10A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 352 / 500 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A FWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 27 352 / 500 mi
Sport 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 10A · AWD MPG 19 / 25Range 352 / 463 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A AWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 25 352 / 463 mi
Touring 4dr SUV 3.5L 6cyl 10A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 352 / 500 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A FWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 27 352 / 500 mi
Touring 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 10A · AWD MPG 19 / 25Range 352 / 463 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A AWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 25 352 / 463 mi
Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/HPD Wheels 3.5L 6cyl 10A · AWD MPG 19 / 25Range 352 / 463 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A AWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 25 352 / 463 mi
Touring 4dr SUV w/HPD Wheels 3.5L 6cyl 10A · FWD MPG 19 / 27Range 352 / 500 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A FWD 18.5 gal70 L 19 / 27 352 / 500 mi
TrailSport 4dr SUV AWD 3.5L 6cyl 10A · AWD MPG 18 / 23Range 333 / 426 mi 3.5L 6cyl 10A AWD 18.5 gal70 L 18 / 23 333 / 426 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 2025 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 21 MPG, a full 18.5-gallon tank covers about 389 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full18.5463352
3/413.9347264
1/29.3231176
1/44.611688
1/82.35844

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 714 gallons, roughly 39 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
20–22 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
402–444 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
4–5 of 10
Source
EPA ratings ↗

What it costs to fill up a 2025 Honda Pilot

$78.99 to fill the 18.5-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
18.5 galRegular$4.27$78.99$59.25

By region, 18.5-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$74.37
Midwest$4.27$78.99
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$68.45
Rocky Mountain$4.46$82.51
West Coast$5.42$100.27
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$108.96

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

  • 18.5-gallon tank$78.99
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,050

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 2025 Pilot uses the same 18.5 gal tank as every Pilot since 2023.

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
Honda Pilot fuel tank by model year

2025 Honda Pilot vs similar 2025 SUVs

At 18.5 gallons, the Pilot's largest tank ranks sixth of the seven 2025 SUVs compared here. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L carries the most (23.0 gal) and the Toyota Grand Highlander the least (17.8 gal).

2025 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Grand Cherokee L 23.0 gal 598 mi
Chevrolet Traverse 19.4–21.7 gal 524 mi
Mazda CX-90 18.5–19.6 gal 549 mi
Buick Enclave 19.4 gal 524 mi
Subaru Ascent 19.3 gal 502 mi
Honda Pilot 18.5 gal 500 mi
Toyota Grand Highlander 17.8 gal 498 mi

Picked by body style and size: other 2025 SUVs within about 5% of the Pilot's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.

2025 Honda Pilot fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2025 Honda Pilot, out of 4 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Fuel injection systemJan 23, 2025 · NHTSA 25V031000 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 294,612 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.

Risk and remedy

Risk: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.

Storage · Tank assembly · Filler pipe and capNov 27, 2024 · NHTSA 24V900000 · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) · 205,760 vehicles

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Passport and 2023-2025 Pilot vehicles. The fuel filler neck tube and fuel filler pipe may separate, allowing fuel to leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel filler neck tube and pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is OKM.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2025 Honda Pilot?

The 2025 Honda Pilot holds 18.5 gallons (70 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2025 Honda Pilot gas tank hold?

The 2025 Honda Pilot tank holds 70 liters, or 18.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2025 Honda Pilot gas tank?

No. AWD and FWD versions of the 2025 Honda Pilot use the same 18.5 gal tank.

How far can a 2025 Honda Pilot go on a full tank?

About 426–500 miles on the highway and 333–352 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 2025 Honda Pilot go on a quarter tank?

About 116 highway miles or 88 in town from the 18.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2025 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 2025 Honda Pilot?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 18.5-gallon tank from empty costs $78.99. It ranges from $68.45 in the Gulf Coast to $108.96 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2025 Honda Pilot?

About 115 pounds for the 18.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2025 Honda Pilot have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota Grand Highlander?

Yes. The 2025 Honda Pilot holds up to 18.5 gallons; the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander holds up to 17.8.

Has the 2025 Honda Pilot had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2025 Honda Pilot: 25V031000 (fuel injection system); 24V900000 (storage · tank assembly · filler pipe and cap). 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.

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