1993 Mazda RX-7 Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Hatchback 1 trim listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 1991 1994 →

Fuel tank capacity

20.0gal · 76 L

The 1993 Mazda RX-7 has a fuel tank capacity of 20.0 gallons (76 liters).

A full tank is good for roughly 460 highway miles or 300 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

20.0 gal · Bigger than 60% of 1993 models we list.

Highway range
460 mi
City range
300 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
18 MPG
EPA size class
Two Seaters

1993 Mazda RX-7 fuel tank capacity by trim

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2dr Coupe 1.3L 0cyl Turbo 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 23Range 300 / 460 mi 1.3L 0cyl Turbo 5M RWD 20.0 gal76 L 15 / 23 300 / 460 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 1993 Mazda RX-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 18 MPG, a full 20.0-gallon tank covers about 360 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full20.0460300
3/415.0345225
1/210.0230150
1/45.011575
1/82.55838

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 833 gallons, roughly 42 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
18 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
494 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1993 Mazda RX-7

$85.40 to fill the 20.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
20.0 galRegular$4.27$85.40$64.05

By region, 20.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$80.40
Midwest$4.27$85.40
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$74.00
Rocky Mountain$4.46$89.20
West Coast$5.42$108.40
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$117.80

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

  • 20.0-gallon tank$85.40
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,558

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

RX-7 tank size in other years

The tank changed for 1993: 20.0 gal, up from 18.5 gal on the 1991 RX-7.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
1995 RX-7 20.0 gal 460 mi
1994 RX-7 20.0 gal 460 mi
1993 RX-7 20.0 gal 460 mi
1991 RX-7 18.5 gal 426 mi
1990 RX-7 18.5 gal 426 mi
Mazda RX-7 fuel tank by model year

1993 Mazda RX-7 vs similar 1993 hatchbacks

The RX-7 has the largest tank of the four 1993 hatchbacks compared here, 20.0 gallons against 15.9 for the Honda Prelude.

1993 modelTankLongest highway range
Mazda RX-7 20.0 gal 460 mi
Honda Prelude 15.9 gal 461 mi
Toyota MR2 14.3 gal 372 mi
Nissan NX 13.2 gal 449 mi

Other 1993 hatchbacks of a similar size, one model per brand.

1993 Mazda RX-7 fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1993 Mazda RX-7, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsMar 30, 1995 · NHTSA 95V069000 · Mazda (North America),Inc · 13,400 vehicles

Residual engine heat can cause premature deterioration of the fuel hose causing the hose to leak. Also, removing and reinstalling the deteriorated fuel hoses increases the likelihood of a leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: This condition can result in an engine compartment fire.

Remedy: Dealers will install an additional control unit for the electric cooling fan. The fan will then activate after the engine is turned off when the coolant exceeds a specified temperature. The fuel hoses will also be replaced with revised hoses.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1993 Mazda RX-7?

The 1993 Mazda RX-7 holds 20.0 gallons (76 liters).

How many gallons and liters does the 1993 Mazda RX-7 gas tank hold?

The 1993 Mazda RX-7 tank holds 76 liters, or 20.0 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 1993 Mazda RX-7 go on a full tank?

About 460 miles on the highway and 300 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 1993 Mazda RX-7 go on a quarter tank?

About 115 highway miles or 75 in town from the 20.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1993 Mazda RX-7 take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1993 Mazda RX-7?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 20.0-gallon tank from empty costs $85.40. It ranges from $74.00 in the Gulf Coast to $117.80 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1993 Mazda RX-7?

About 124 pounds for the 20.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1993 Mazda RX-7 have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota MR2?

Yes. The 1993 Mazda RX-7 holds up to 20.0 gallons; the 1993 Toyota MR2 holds up to 14.3.

Has the 1993 Mazda RX-7 had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1993 Mazda RX-7: 95V069000 (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 (Mazda fuel system recalls).

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