Fuel tank capacity
11.9gal · 45 L
The 1994 Hyundai Excel has a fuel tank capacity of 11.9 gallons (45 liters) on every trim.
A full tank is good for roughly 393 highway miles or 286 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
11.9 gal · Smaller than 97% of 1994 models we list.
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Hatchback 1.5L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 24 / 33Range 286 / 393 mi | 1.5L 4cyl 5M | FWD | 11.9 gal45 L | 24 / 33 | 286 / 393 mi | |
| GL 4dr Sedan 1.5L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 24 / 33Range 286 / 393 mi | 1.5L 4cyl 5M | FWD | 11.9 gal45 L | 24 / 33 | 286 / 393 mi | |
| GS 2dr Hatchback 1.5L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 24 / 33Range 286 / 393 mi | 1.5L 4cyl 5M | FWD | 11.9 gal45 L | 24 / 33 | 286 / 393 mi | |
| No trim matches all of these filters. | ||||||
Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.
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 27 MPG, a full 11.9-gallon tank covers about 321 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 11.9 | 393 | 286 |
| 3/4 | 8.9 | 295 | 214 |
| 1/2 | 6.0 | 196 | 143 |
| 1/4 | 3.0 | 98 | 71 |
| 1/8 | 1.5 | 49 | 36 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 556 gallons, roughly 47 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.
$50.81 to fill the 11.9-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.
| Tank | Fuel | US avg / gal | From empty | From 1/4 tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.9 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $50.81 | $38.11 |
| Region | Regular / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.02 | $47.84 |
| Midwest | $4.27 | $50.81 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $3.70 | $44.03 |
| Rocky Mountain | $4.46 | $53.07 |
| West Coast | $5.42 | $64.50 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $5.89 | $70.09 |
Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.
Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
The 1994 Excel uses the same 11.9 gal tank as every Excel since 1990.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 Excel | 11.9 gal | 393 mi |
| 1993 Excel | 11.9 gal | 393 mi |
| 1992 Excel | 11.9 gal | 393 mi |
| 1991 Excel | 11.9 gal | 393 mi |
| 1990 Excel | 11.9 gal | 393 mi |
At 11.9 gallons, the Excel's largest tank ranks third of the four 1994 hatchbacks compared here. The Volkswagen Golf carries the most (14.5 gal) and the Suzuki Swift the least (10.6 gal).
| 1994 model | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | 14.5 gal | 421 mi |
| Mazda 323 | 13.2 gal | 436 mi |
| Hyundai Excel | 11.9 gal | 393 mi |
| Suzuki Swift | 10.6 gal | 413 mi |
Other 1994 hatchbacks of a similar size, one model per brand.
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1994 Hyundai Excel, out of 2 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
The vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of FMVSS 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.
Risk: In the event of an accident, the fuel spillage can resultin a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy: Hyundai has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of FMVSS 301.
The 1994 Hyundai Excel holds 11.9 gallons (45 liters) on every trim we list.
The 1994 Hyundai Excel tank holds 45 liters, or 11.9 gallons in US gallons.
About 393 miles on the highway and 286 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.
About 98 highway miles or 71 in town from the 11.9-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 11.9-gallon tank from empty costs $50.81. It ranges from $44.03 in the Gulf Coast to $70.09 in California.
About 74 pounds for the 11.9-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
No. The 1994 Mazda 323 holds up to 13.2 gallons; the 1994 Hyundai Excel holds up to 11.9.
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1994 Hyundai Excel: 93V192000 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.
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