2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

13.5gal · 51 L

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has a fuel tank capacity of 13.5 gallons (51 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 459–473 highway miles or 324 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

13.5 gal · Smaller than 84% of 2019 models we list.

Highway range
459–473 mi
City range
324 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
EPA combined
28 MPG
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars

2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class fuel tank capacity by trim

What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table

Drive
no difference

All 2 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
A 220 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM · AWD MPG 24 / 34Range 324 / 459 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM AWD 13.5 gal51 L 24 / 34 324 / 459 mi
A 220 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM · FWD MPG 24 / 35Range 324 / 473 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM FWD 13.5 gal51 L 24 / 35 324 / 473 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 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 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 28 MPG, a full 13.5-gallon tank covers about 378 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full13.5459324
3/410.1344243
1/26.8230162
1/43.411581
1/81.75741

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 536 gallons, roughly 40 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
28 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
313–324 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
6 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class

$71.28 to fill the 13.5-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
13.5 galPremium$5.28$71.28$53.46

By region, 13.5-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$66.55
Midwest$5.37$72.50
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$61.70
Rocky Mountain$5.12$69.12
West Coast$6.08$82.08
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$85.86

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

  • 13.5-gallon tank$71.28
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,829

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

A-Class tank size in other years

2019 is the first A-Class model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2022 A-Class 13.5 gal 486 mi
2021 A-Class 13.5 gal 486 mi
2020 A-Class 13.5 gal 473 mi
2019 A-Class 13.5 gal 473 mi
Mercedes-Benz A-Class fuel tank by model year

2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs similar 2019 sedans

At 13.5 gallons, the A-Class's largest tank ranks sixth of the seven 2019 sedans compared here. The Lexus IS 300 carries the most (17.4 gal) and the Acura ILX the least (13.2 gal).

2019 modelTankLongest highway range
Lexus IS 300 17.4 gal 522 mi
Jaguar XE 14.8–16.6 gal 622 mi
Genesis G70 15.8 gal 474 mi
Alfa Romeo Giulia 15.3 gal 505 mi
Audi A3 13.2–14.5 gal 462 mi
Mercedes-Benz A-Class 13.5 gal 473 mi
Acura ILX 13.2 gal 449 mi

Other 2019 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class, out of 14 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Fuel injection system · Fuel railDec 13, 2021 · NHTSA 21V961000 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 139 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG G63, C300, E300, G550, AMG GT63, AMG GT53, 2019-2020 A220, GLA250, GLC300, 2016 C300, 2020 AMG A35, AMG C43, AMG C63, CLA250, E350, E450, GLB250, GLE450, GLS450, GLS580, S560, and SL550 vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. During the manufacturing process, particles may have been trapped between the fuel rail and injectors, which can cause a fuel leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel injectors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030003.

All Mercedes-Benz fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class holds 13.5 gallons (51 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class gas tank hold?

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class tank holds 51 liters, or 13.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class gas tank?

No. AWD and FWD versions of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class use the same 13.5 gal tank.

How far can a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class go on a full tank?

About 459–473 miles on the highway and 324 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 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class go on a quarter tank?

About 115 highway miles or 81 in town from the 13.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.4 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 13.5-gallon tank from empty costs $71.28. It ranges from $61.70 in the Gulf Coast to $85.86 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class?

About 84 pounds for the 13.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class have a bigger gas tank than the Audi A3?

No. The 2019 Audi A3 holds up to 14.5 gallons; the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class holds up to 13.5.

Has the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class: 21V961000 (fuel injection system · fuel rail). 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 (Mercedes-Benz fuel system recalls).

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