2008 Mazda CX-7 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

18.2gal · 69 L

The 2008 Mazda CX-7 has a fuel tank capacity of 18.2 gallons (69 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 400–419 highway miles or 291–309 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

18.2 gal · Smaller than 59% of 2008 models we list.

Highway range
400–419 mi
City range
291–309 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
18–19 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2008 Mazda CX-7 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 6 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Grand Touring 4dr SUV 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 17 / 23Range 309 / 419 mi 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 18.2 gal69 L 17 / 23 309 / 419 mi
Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 16 / 22Range 291 / 400 mi 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 18.2 gal69 L 16 / 22 291 / 400 mi
Sport 4dr SUV 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 17 / 23Range 309 / 419 mi 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 18.2 gal69 L 17 / 23 309 / 419 mi
Sport 4dr SUV AWD 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 16 / 22Range 291 / 400 mi 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 18.2 gal69 L 16 / 22 291 / 400 mi
Touring 4dr SUV 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 17 / 23Range 309 / 419 mi 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 18.2 gal69 L 17 / 23 309 / 419 mi
Touring 4dr SUV AWD 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 16 / 22Range 291 / 400 mi 2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 18.2 gal69 L 16 / 22 291 / 400 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 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 19 MPG, a full 18.2-gallon tank covers about 346 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full18.2419309
3/413.7314232
1/29.1209155
1/44.610577
1/82.35239

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 789 gallons, roughly 43 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 18.5 MPG in the CX-7 (10 drivers), about 337 miles on a full 18.2-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
18–19 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
468–494 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2008 Mazda CX-7

$77.71 to fill the 18.2-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
18.2 galRegular$4.27$77.71$58.29

By region, 18.2-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$73.16
Midwest$4.27$77.71
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$67.34
Rocky Mountain$4.46$81.17
West Coast$5.42$98.64
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$107.20

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

  • 18.2-gallon tank$77.71
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,371

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

CX-7 tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2008: 18.2 gal, down from 18.3 gal on the 2007 CX-7.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2012 CX-7 16.4–18.2 gal 443 mi
2011 CX-7 16.4–18.2 gal 459 mi
2010 CX-7 16.4–18.2 gal 459 mi
2009 CX-7 18.2 gal 419 mi
2008 CX-7 18.2 gal 419 mi
2007 CX-7 18.3 gal 403 mi
Mazda CX-7 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2008 Mazda CX-7 vs similar 2008 SUVs

The CX-7 has the smallest tank of the seven 2008 SUVs compared here: 18.2 gallons, against 21.6 for the Jeep Wrangler.

2008 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Wrangler 18.6–21.6 gal 454 mi
Kia Sorento 21.1 gal 464 mi
Pontiac Torrent 17.0–20.0 gal 480 mi
Chevrolet Equinox 16.0–20.0 gal 480 mi
Hyundai Santa Fe 19.8 gal 475 mi
Saturn VUE Hybrid 19.0 gal 608 mi
Mazda CX-7 18.2 gal 419 mi

Other 2008 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2008 Mazda CX-7 fuel system recalls

None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2008 Mazda CX-7 involve the fuel system.

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2008 Mazda CX-7 fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2008 Mazda CX-7, so a failed pump or gauge is a normal repair. These are the part numbers the makers list for it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2008 Mazda CX-7?

The 2008 Mazda CX-7 holds 18.2 gallons (69 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2008 Mazda CX-7 gas tank hold?

The 2008 Mazda CX-7 tank holds 69 liters, or 18.2 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2008 Mazda CX-7 gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2008 Mazda CX-7 use the same 18.2 gal tank.

How far can a 2008 Mazda CX-7 go on a full tank?

About 400–419 miles on the highway and 291–309 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 2008 Mazda CX-7 go on a quarter tank?

About 105 highway miles or 77 in town from the 18.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2008 Mazda CX-7 really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 18.5 MPG in the 2008 Mazda CX-7 (10 drivers), which works out to about 337 miles on a full 18.2-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2008 Mazda CX-7 take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2008 Mazda CX-7?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 18.2-gallon tank from empty costs $77.71. It ranges from $67.34 in the Gulf Coast to $107.20 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2008 Mazda CX-7?

About 113 pounds for the 18.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2008 Mazda CX-7 have a bigger gas tank than the Hyundai Santa Fe?

No. The 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe holds up to 19.8 gallons; the 2008 Mazda CX-7 holds up to 18.2.

Has the 2008 Mazda CX-7 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2008 Mazda CX-7 involve the fuel system.

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 (Mazda fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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