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2010 Mazda Tribute Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 9 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2009 2011 →

Fuel tank capacity

17.5gal · 66 L

The 2010 Mazda Tribute has a fuel tank capacity of 17.5 gallons (66 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 403–490 highway miles or 315–385 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

17.5 gal · Smaller than 67% of 2010 models we list.

Highway range
403–490 mi
City range
315–385 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
20–24 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2010 Mazda Tribute fuel tank capacity by trim

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Powertrain
no difference
Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 9 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank Fuel MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
i Grand Touring 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 6A · FWD · Regular MPG 21 / 28Range 368 / 490 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A FWD 17.5 gal66 L Regular 21 / 28 368 / 490 mi
i Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl 6A · AWD · Regular MPG 20 / 26Range 350 / 455 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A AWD 17.5 gal66 L Regular 20 / 26 350 / 455 mi
i Sport 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 5M · FWD · Regular MPG 22 / 28Range 385 / 490 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M FWD 17.5 gal66 L Regular 22 / 28 385 / 490 mi
i Sport 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 6A · FWD · Regular MPG 21 / 28Range 368 / 490 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A FWD 17.5 gal66 L Regular 21 / 28 368 / 490 mi
i Sport 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl 6A · AWD · Regular MPG 20 / 26Range 350 / 455 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A AWD 17.5 gal66 L Regular 20 / 26 350 / 455 mi
i Touring 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 6A · FWD · Regular MPG 21 / 28Range 368 / 490 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A FWD 17.5 gal66 L Regular 21 / 28 368 / 490 mi
i Touring 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl 6A · AWD · Regular MPG 20 / 26Range 350 / 455 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A AWD 17.5 gal66 L Regular 20 / 26 350 / 455 mi
s Grand Touring 4dr SUV 3.0L 6cyl 6A · FWD · Flex-fuel (gas or E85) MPG 19 / 25Range 333 / 438 mi 3.0L 6cyl 6A Flex-fuel FWD 17.5 gal66 L Flex-fuelgas or E85 19 / 25 333 / 438 mi
s Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD 3.0L 6cyl 6A · AWD · Flex-fuel (gas or E85) MPG 18 / 23Range 315 / 403 mi 3.0L 6cyl 6A Flex-fuel AWD 17.5 gal66 L Flex-fuelgas or E85 18 / 23 315 / 403 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 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 17.5-gallon tank covers about 403 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full17.5490368
3/413.1368276
1/28.8245184
1/44.412392
1/82.26146

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 652 gallons, roughly 37 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
20–24 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
370–444 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2010 Mazda Tribute

$74.72 to fill the 17.5-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
17.5 galRegular$4.27$74.72$56.04
17.5 galE85 (flex-fuel trims)$3.31$57.93$43.44

By region, 17.5-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$70.35
Midwest$4.27$74.72
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$64.75
Rocky Mountain$4.46$78.05
West Coast$5.42$94.85
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$103.07

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

  • 17.5-gallon tank$74.72
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,785

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

Tribute tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2010: 17.5 gal, up from 16.5 gal on the 2009 Tribute.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2011 Tribute 17.5 gal 490 mi
2010 Tribute 17.5 gal 490 mi
2009 Tribute 16.5 gal 462 mi
2008 Tribute 16.5 gal 462 mi
2006 Tribute 16.5 gal 446 mi
2005 Tribute 16.5 gal 446 mi
2004 Tribute 15.3–16.4 gal 383 mi
Mazda Tribute fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
2001200220032004200520062008200920102011
← 2009 Mazda Tribute Every Tribute year 2011 Mazda Tribute →

2010 Mazda Tribute vs similar 2010 SUVs

The Tribute has the largest tank of the seven 2010 SUVs compared here, 17.5 gallons against 17.2 for the Kia Sportage.

2010 modelTankLongest highway range
Mazda Tribute 17.5 gal 490 mi
Kia Sportage 15.3–17.2 gal 396 mi
Subaru Forester 16.9 gal 456 mi
Volkswagen Tiguan 16.8 gal 437 mi
Mercury Mariner 16.5 gal 462 mi
Ford Escape 16.5 gal 462 mi
Hyundai Tucson 14.5 gal 450 mi

Other 2010 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2010 Mazda Tribute fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2010 Mazda Tribute, out of 2 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpOct 28, 2016 · NHTSA 16V788000 · Mazda North American Operations · 912 vehicles

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured March 3, 2009, to May 26, 2011. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.

Risk and remedy

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

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety recall were mailed on December 23, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts are in stock. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0416J.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2010 Mazda Tribute?

The 2010 Mazda Tribute holds 17.5 gallons (66 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2010 Mazda Tribute gas tank hold?

The 2010 Mazda Tribute tank holds 66 liters, or 17.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does the 2010 Mazda Tribute tank change with the powertrain?

No. Gas and Flex-fuel (E85) versions of the 2010 Mazda Tribute use the same 17.5 gal tank.

Does AWD change the 2010 Mazda Tribute gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2010 Mazda Tribute use the same 17.5 gal tank.

How far can a 2010 Mazda Tribute go on a full tank?

About 403–490 miles on the highway and 315–385 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 2010 Mazda Tribute go on a quarter tank?

About 123 highway miles or 92 in town from the 17.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.4 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2010 Mazda Tribute take?

Regular unleaded, or Flex-fuel (unleaded/E85), depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2010 Mazda Tribute?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 17.5-gallon tank from empty costs $74.72. It ranges from $64.75 in the Gulf Coast to $103.07 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2010 Mazda Tribute?

About 109 pounds for the 17.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2010 Mazda Tribute have a bigger gas tank than the Volkswagen Tiguan?

Yes. The 2010 Mazda Tribute holds up to 17.5 gallons; the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan holds up to 16.8.

Has the 2010 Mazda Tribute had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2010 Mazda Tribute: 16V788000 (delivery · fuel pump). 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).

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

Other 2010 Mazda models

314.5–15.9 gallons 515.9 gallons 618.5 gallons CX-716.4–18.2 gallons CX-920.1 gallons Mazdaspeed 315.9 gallons MX-5 Miata12.7 gallons RX-816.9 gallons