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2009 Lexus IS 350 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 1 trim listed 2 fuel-system recalls ← 2008 2010 →

Fuel tank capacity

17.1gal · 65 L

The 2009 Lexus IS 350 has a fuel tank capacity of 17.1 gallons (65 liters).

A full tank is good for roughly 428 highway miles or 308 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

17.1 gal · Smaller than 71% of 2009 models we list.

Highway range
428 mi
City range
308 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
20 MPG
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars

2009 Lexus IS 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 · RWD MPG 18 / 25Range 308 / 428 mi 3.5L 6cyl 6A RWD 17.1 gal65 L 18 / 25 308 / 428 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 2009 Lexus IS 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 20 MPG, a full 17.1-gallon tank covers about 342 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full17.1428308
3/412.8321231
1/28.6214154
1/44.310777
1/82.15338

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 750 gallons, roughly 44 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 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
444 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2009 Lexus IS 350

$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)$3,960

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

IS 350 tank size in other years

The 2009 IS 350 uses the same 17.1 gal tank as every IS 350 since 2006.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2014 IS 350 17.4 gal 487 mi
2013 IS 350 17.1 gal 462 mi
2012 IS 350 17.2 gal 464 mi
2011 IS 350 17.1 gal 462 mi
2010 IS 350 17.1 gal 428 mi
2009 IS 350 17.1 gal 428 mi
2008 IS 350 17.1 gal 428 mi
2007 IS 350 17.1 gal 428 mi
2006 IS 350 17.1 gal 445 mi
Lexus IS 350 fuel tank by model year
200620072008200920102011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
← 2008 Lexus IS 350 Every IS 350 year 2010 Lexus IS 350 →

2009 Lexus IS 350 vs similar 2009 sedans

At 17.1 gallons, the IS 350's largest tank ranks fifth of the seven 2009 sedans compared here. The Acura TSX carries the most (18.5 gal) and the BMW 3 Series the least (16.1 gal).

2009 modelTankLongest highway range
Acura TSX 18.5 gal 555 mi
Audi A4 16.6–18.5 gal 555 mi
Volvo S60 18.0 gal 504 mi
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 17.4 gal 452 mi
Lexus IS 350 17.1 gal 428 mi
Saab 9-3 16.4 gal 476 mi
BMW 3 Series 16.1 gal 580 mi

Other 2009 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2009 Lexus IS 350 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2009 Lexus IS 350, out of 8 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

DeliveryJun 26, 2018 · NHTSA 18V432000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 114,998 vehicles

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a fuel leak.

Risk and remedy

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

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery pipe with a new pipe that has improved pulsation dampers, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's number for this recall is JLF.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2009 Lexus IS 350?

The 2009 Lexus IS 350 holds 17.1 gallons (65 liters).

How many gallons and liters does the 2009 Lexus IS 350 gas tank hold?

The 2009 Lexus IS 350 tank holds 65 liters, or 17.1 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2009 Lexus IS 350 go on a full tank?

About 428 miles on the highway and 308 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 2009 Lexus IS 350 go on a quarter tank?

About 107 highway miles or 77 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.

What gas does the 2009 Lexus IS 350 take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2009 Lexus IS 350?

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 2009 Lexus IS 350?

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

Does the 2009 Lexus IS 350 have a bigger gas tank than the Volvo S60?

No. The 2009 Volvo S60 holds up to 18.0 gallons; the 2009 Lexus IS 350 holds up to 17.1.

Has the 2009 Lexus IS 350 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2009 Lexus IS 350: 18V432000 (delivery); 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).

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

Other 2009 Lexus models

ES 35018.5 gallons GS 35018.8 gallons GS 450h17.2 gallons GS 46018.8 gallons GX 47023.0 gallons IS 25017.1 gallons IS F16.9 gallons LS 46022.2 gallons LS 600h L22.2 gallons LX 57024.6 gallons RX 35019.2 gallons SC 43019.8 gallons