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2006 Lexus IS 250 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 3 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall 2007 →

Fuel tank capacity

17.1gal · 65 L

The 2006 Lexus IS 250 has a fuel tank capacity of 17.1 gallons (65 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 445–496 highway miles or 308–359 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

17.1 gal · Smaller than 70% of 2006 models we list.

Highway range
445–496 mi
City range
308–359 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
21–24 MPG
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars

2006 Lexus IS 250 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 3 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
4dr Sedan 2.5L 6cyl 6A · RWD MPG 21 / 29Range 359 / 496 mi 2.5L 6cyl 6A RWD 17.1 gal65 L 21 / 29 359 / 496 mi
4dr Sedan 2.5L 6cyl 6M · RWD MPG 18 / 26Range 308 / 445 mi 2.5L 6cyl 6M RWD 17.1 gal65 L 18 / 26 308 / 445 mi
4dr Sedan AWD 2.5L 6cyl 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 342 / 445 mi 2.5L 6cyl 6A AWD 17.1 gal65 L 20 / 26 342 / 445 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 2006 Lexus IS 250 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 17.1-gallon tank covers about 410 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full17.1496359
3/412.8372269
1/28.6248180
1/44.312490
1/82.16245

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 625 gallons, roughly 37 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.5 MPG in the IS 250 (5 drivers), about 419 miles on a full 17.1-gallon tank.

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
21–24 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
370–423 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2006 Lexus IS 250

$90.29 to fill the 17.1-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
17.1 galPremium$5.28$90.29$67.72

By region, 17.1-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$84.30
Midwest$5.37$91.83
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$78.15
Rocky Mountain$5.12$87.55
West Coast$6.08$103.97
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$108.76

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

  • 17.1-gallon tank$90.29
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,300

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

IS 250 tank size in other years

2006 is the first IS 250 model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2011 IS 250 17.1 gal 513 mi
2010 IS 250 17.1 gal 513 mi
2009 IS 250 17.1 gal 496 mi
2008 IS 250 17.1 gal 496 mi
2007 IS 250 17.1 gal 496 mi
2006 IS 250 17.1 gal 496 mi
Lexus IS 250 fuel tank by model year
2006200720082009201020112012201320142015
Every IS 250 year 2007 Lexus IS 250 →

2006 Lexus IS 250 vs similar 2006 sedans

At 17.1 gallons, the IS 250's largest tank ranks fourth of the seven 2006 sedans compared here. The INFINITI G35 carries the most (20.0 gal) and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the least (16.4 gal).

2006 modelTankLongest highway range
INFINITI G35 20.0 gal 480 mi
Audi A4 16.6–18.5 gal 574 mi
Volvo S60 18.0 gal 504 mi
Lexus IS 250 17.1 gal 496 mi
Acura TSX 17.1 gal 479 mi
BMW 3 Series 15.9–16.6 gal 465 mi
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 16.4 gal 443 mi

Other 2006 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2006 Lexus IS 250 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2006 Lexus IS 250, out of 6 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsOct 15, 2014 · NHTSA 14V647000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 422,509 vehicles

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011 Lexus IS vehicles manufactured August 30, 2005, to September 10, 2010. Due to anti-corrosion plating remnants, fuel may leak from where the fuel pressure sensor is attached to the fuel delivery pipe.

Risk and remedy

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

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will clean and reseal the fuel pressure sensor mounting area, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

All Lexus fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2006 Lexus IS 250?

The 2006 Lexus IS 250 holds 17.1 gallons (65 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2006 Lexus IS 250 gas tank hold?

The 2006 Lexus IS 250 tank holds 65 liters, or 17.1 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2006 Lexus IS 250 gas tank?

No. RWD and AWD versions of the 2006 Lexus IS 250 use the same 17.1 gal tank.

How far can a 2006 Lexus IS 250 go on a full tank?

About 445–496 miles on the highway and 308–359 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 2006 Lexus IS 250 go on a quarter tank?

About 124 highway miles or 90 in town from the 17.1-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2006 Lexus IS 250 really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 24.5 MPG in the 2006 Lexus IS 250 (5 drivers), which works out to about 419 miles on a full 17.1-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2006 Lexus IS 250 take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2006 Lexus IS 250?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 17.1-gallon tank from empty costs $90.29. It ranges from $78.15 in the Gulf Coast to $108.76 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2006 Lexus IS 250?

About 106 pounds for the 17.1-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2006 Lexus IS 250 have a bigger gas tank than the Volvo S60?

No. The 2006 Volvo S60 holds up to 18.0 gallons; the 2006 Lexus IS 250 holds up to 17.1.

Has the 2006 Lexus IS 250 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2006 Lexus IS 250: 14V647000 (delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). 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).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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

Other 2006 Lexus models

ES 33018.5 gallons GS 30018.8 gallons GS 43018.8 gallons GX 47023.0 gallons IS 35017.1 gallons LS 43022.2 gallons LX 47025.4 gallons RX 33019.2 gallons RX 400h17.2 gallons SC 43019.8 gallons