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2018 Lexus ES 350 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 1 trim listed 2 fuel-system recalls ← 2017 2019 →

Fuel tank capacity

17.2gal · 65 L

The 2018 Lexus ES 350 has a fuel tank capacity of 17.2 gallons (65 liters).

A full tank is good for roughly 516 highway miles or 361 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

17.2 gal · Smaller than 57% of 2018 models we list.

Highway range
516 mi
City range
361 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
24 MPG
EPA size class
Midsize Cars

2018 Lexus ES 350 fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
4dr Sedan 3.5L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 21 / 30Range 361 / 516 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A FWD 17.2 gal65 L 21 / 30 361 / 516 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 2018 Lexus ES 350 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 24 MPG, a full 17.2-gallon tank covers about 413 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full17.2516361
3/412.9387271
1/28.6258181
1/44.312990
1/82.26545

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 625 gallons, roughly 36 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
24 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
366 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
5 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2018 Lexus ES 350

$73.44 to fill the 17.2-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
17.2 galRegular$4.27$73.44$55.08

By region, 17.2-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$69.14
Midwest$4.27$73.44
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$63.64
Rocky Mountain$4.46$76.71
West Coast$5.42$93.22
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$101.31

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

  • 17.2-gallon tank$73.44
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,669

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

ES 350 tank size in other years

The 2018 ES 350 uses the same 17.2 gal tank as every ES 350 since 2013.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2023 ES 350 15.9 gal 509 mi
2022 ES 350 15.9 gal 509 mi
2021 ES 350 15.9 gal 509 mi
2020 ES 350 15.9 gal 509 mi
2019 ES 350 15.9 gal 525 mi
2018 ES 350 17.2 gal 516 mi
2017 ES 350 17.2 gal 516 mi
2016 ES 350 17.2 gal 533 mi
2015 ES 350 17.2 gal 533 mi
2014 ES 350 17.2 gal 533 mi
2013 ES 350 17.2 gal 533 mi
Lexus ES 350 fuel tank by model year
20072008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
← 2017 Lexus ES 350 Every ES 350 year 2019 Lexus ES 350 →

2018 Lexus ES 350 vs similar 2018 sedans

The ES 350 has the smallest tank of the five 2018 sedans compared here: 17.2 gallons, against 21.1 for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

2018 modelTankLongest highway range
Mercedes-Benz E-Class 17.4–21.1 gal 528 mi
INFINITI Q50 17.8–20.0 gal 600 mi
Jaguar XF 17.4–19.5 gal 731 mi
Cadillac CTS 19.0 gal 570 mi
Lexus ES 350 17.2 gal 516 mi

Other 2018 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2018 Lexus ES 350 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2018 Lexus ES 350, out of 2 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpNov 4, 2020 · NHTSA 20V682000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 1,525,742 vehicles

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

Delivery · Fuel pumpJan 13, 2020 · NHTSA 20V012000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 1,830,752 vehicles

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2018 Lexus ES 350?

The 2018 Lexus ES 350 holds 17.2 gallons (65 liters).

How many gallons and liters does the 2018 Lexus ES 350 gas tank hold?

The 2018 Lexus ES 350 tank holds 65 liters, or 17.2 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2018 Lexus ES 350 go on a full tank?

About 516 miles on the highway and 361 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 2018 Lexus ES 350 go on a quarter tank?

About 129 highway miles or 90 in town from the 17.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2018 Lexus ES 350 take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2018 Lexus ES 350?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 17.2-gallon tank from empty costs $73.44. It ranges from $63.64 in the Gulf Coast to $101.31 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2018 Lexus ES 350?

About 107 pounds for the 17.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2018 Lexus ES 350 have a bigger gas tank than the Jaguar XF?

No. The 2018 Jaguar XF holds up to 19.5 gallons; the 2018 Lexus ES 350 holds up to 17.2.

Has the 2018 Lexus ES 350 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2018 Lexus ES 350: 20V682000 (delivery · fuel pump); 20V012000 (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 (Lexus 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 2018 Lexus models

ES 300h17.2 gallons GS 30017.4 gallons GS 35017.4 gallons GS 450h17.4 gallons GS F17.4 gallons GX 46023.0 gallons IS 30017.4 gallons IS 35017.4 gallons LC 50021.7 gallons LC 500h22.2 gallons LS 50021.7 gallons LS 500h22.2 gallons