2020 Mazda CX-9 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

19.0–19.5gal · 72–74 L

The 2020 Mazda CX-9 has a fuel tank capacity of 19.0 to 19.5 gallons (72–74 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 19.5 gallons, used on 4 trims.

A full tank is good for roughly 507–532 highway miles or 390–418 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.5 gal · Bigger than 65% of 2020 models we list.

Highway range
507–532 mi
City range
390–418 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA combined
23–24 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2020 Mazda CX-9 fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive

All 7 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Grand Touring 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 22 / 28Range 418 / 532 mi 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 19.0 gal72 L 22 / 28 418 / 532 mi
Sport 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 22 / 28Range 418 / 532 mi 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 19.0 gal72 L 22 / 28 418 / 532 mi
Touring 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD MPG 22 / 28Range 418 / 532 mi 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 19.0 gal72 L 22 / 28 418 / 532 mi
Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 390 / 507 mi 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 20 / 26 390 / 507 mi
Signature 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 390 / 507 mi 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 20 / 26 390 / 507 mi
Sport 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 390 / 507 mi 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 20 / 26 390 / 507 mi
Touring 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 390 / 507 mi 2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 19.5 gal74 L 20 / 26 390 / 507 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 2020 Mazda CX-9 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 23 MPG, a full 19.5-gallon tank covers about 449 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.5507390
3/414.6380293
1/29.8254195
1/44.912798
1/82.46349

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 652 gallons, roughly 33 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
23–24 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
363–391 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
5 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2020 Mazda CX-9

$102.96 to fill the 19.5-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
19.0 galPremium$5.28$100.32$75.24
19.5 galPremium$5.28$102.96$77.22

By region, 19.5-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$96.13
Midwest$5.37$104.72
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$89.12
Rocky Mountain$5.12$99.84
West Coast$6.08$118.56
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$124.02

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

  • 19.0-gallon tank$100.32
  • 19.5-gallon tank$102.96
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,443

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

CX-9 tank size in other years

The 2020 CX-9 uses the same 19.0–19.5 gal tank sizes as every CX-9 since 2016.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2023 CX-9 19.5 gal 507 mi
2022 CX-9 19.5 gal 507 mi
2021 CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
2020 CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
2019 CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
2018 CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
2017 CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
2016 CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
2015 CX-9 20.1 gal 482 mi
Mazda CX-9 fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2020 Mazda CX-9 vs similar 2020 SUVs

At 19.5 gallons, the CX-9's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2020 SUVs compared here. The Chevrolet Blazer carries the most (21.7 gal) and the Toyota Highlander the least (17.9 gal).

2020 modelTankLongest highway range
Chevrolet Blazer 19.4–21.7 gal 586 mi
Dodge Journey 20.5 gal 513 mi
Mazda CX-9 19.0–19.5 gal 532 mi
Nissan Pathfinder 19.5 gal 527 mi
Honda Pilot 19.5 gal 527 mi
Kia Telluride 18.8 gal 489 mi
Toyota Highlander 17.9 gal 519 mi

Other 2020 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2020 Mazda CX-9 fuel system recalls

None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2020 Mazda CX-9 involve the fuel system.

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2020 Mazda CX-9 fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2020 Mazda CX-9, 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 2020 Mazda CX-9?

The 2020 Mazda CX-9 holds between 19.0 and 19.5 gallons, depending on the trim. 19.5 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 19.0-gallon tank is on the Grand Touring 4dr SUV.

How many gallons and liters does the 2020 Mazda CX-9 gas tank hold?

The 2020 Mazda CX-9 tank holds 72–74 liters, or 19.0–19.5 gallons in US gallons.

Which 2020 Mazda CX-9 has the biggest gas tank?

The 19.5-gallon tank is on the Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD, Signature 4dr SUV AWD, Sport 4dr SUV AWD and 1 other trim. The smallest tank, 19.0 gallons, is on the Grand Touring 4dr SUV.

Does AWD change the 2020 Mazda CX-9 gas tank?

Yes. FWD: 19.0 gal; AWD: 19.5 gal.

How far can a 2020 Mazda CX-9 go on a full tank?

About 507–532 miles on the highway and 390–418 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 2020 Mazda CX-9 go on a quarter tank?

About 127 highway miles or 98 in town from the 19.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.9 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2020 Mazda CX-9 take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2020 Mazda CX-9?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.5-gallon tank from empty costs $102.96. It ranges from $89.12 in the Gulf Coast to $124.02 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2020 Mazda CX-9?

About 121 pounds for the 19.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2020 Mazda CX-9 have a bigger gas tank than the Nissan Pathfinder?

No, they match: both top out at 19.5 gallons in 2020.

Has the 2020 Mazda CX-9 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2020 Mazda CX-9 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).

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