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2001 Subaru Impreza Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 12 trims listed ← 2000 2002 →

Fuel tank capacity

15.9gal · 60 L

The 2001 Subaru Impreza has a fuel tank capacity of 15.9 gallons (60 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 398–429 highway miles or 286–318 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.9 gal · Smaller than 79% of 2001 models we list.

Highway range
398–429 mi
City range
286–318 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
21–23 MPG
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars

2001 Subaru Impreza fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 12 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2.5 RS AWD 2dr Coupe 2.5L 4cyl 4A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 318 / 413 mi 2.5L 4cyl 4A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 26 318 / 413 mi
2.5 RS AWD 2dr Coupe 2.5L 4cyl 5M · AWD MPG 18 / 25Range 286 / 398 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M AWD 15.9 gal60 L 18 / 25 286 / 398 mi
2.5 RS AWD 4dr Sedan 2.5L 4cyl 4A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 318 / 413 mi 2.5L 4cyl 4A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 26 318 / 413 mi
2.5 RS AWD 4dr Sedan 2.5L 4cyl 5M · AWD MPG 18 / 25Range 286 / 398 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M AWD 15.9 gal60 L 18 / 25 286 / 398 mi
L AWD 2dr Coupe 2.2L 4cyl 4A · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 318 / 429 mi 2.2L 4cyl 4A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 27 318 / 429 mi
L AWD 2dr Coupe 2.2L 4cyl 5M · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 318 / 429 mi 2.2L 4cyl 5M AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 27 318 / 429 mi
L AWD 4dr Sedan 2.2L 4cyl 4A · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 318 / 429 mi 2.2L 4cyl 4A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 27 318 / 429 mi
L AWD 4dr Sedan 2.2L 4cyl 5M · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 318 / 429 mi 2.2L 4cyl 5M AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 27 318 / 429 mi
L AWD 4dr Wagon 2.2L 4cyl 4A · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 318 / 429 mi 2.2L 4cyl 4A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 27 318 / 429 mi
L AWD 4dr Wagon 2.2L 4cyl 5M · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 318 / 429 mi 2.2L 4cyl 5M AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 27 318 / 429 mi
Outback Sport AWD 4dr Wagon 2.2L 4cyl 4A · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 318 / 429 mi 2.2L 4cyl 4A AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 27 318 / 429 mi
Outback Sport AWD 4dr Wagon 2.2L 4cyl 5M · AWD MPG 20 / 27Range 318 / 429 mi 2.2L 4cyl 5M AWD 15.9 gal60 L 20 / 27 318 / 429 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 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 15.9-gallon tank covers about 366 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.9429318
3/411.9322239
1/28.0215159
1/44.010780
1/82.05440

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 652 gallons, roughly 41 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
21–23 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
386–423 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2001 Subaru Impreza

$67.89 to fill the 15.9-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.9 galRegular$4.27$67.89$50.92

By region, 15.9-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$63.92
Midwest$4.27$67.89
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$58.83
Rocky Mountain$4.46$70.91
West Coast$5.42$86.18
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$93.65

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

  • 15.9-gallon tank$67.89
  • 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.

Impreza tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2001: 15.9 gal, down from 15.9–16.9 gal on the 2000 Impreza.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2006 Impreza 15.9 gal 429 mi
2005 Impreza 15.9 gal 429 mi
2004 Impreza 15.9 gal 413 mi
2003 Impreza 15.9 gal 398 mi
2002 Impreza 15.9 gal 398 mi
2001 Impreza 15.9 gal 429 mi
2000 Impreza 15.9–16.9 gal 423 mi
1999 Impreza 13.2 gal 356 mi
1998 Impreza 13.2 gal 356 mi
1997 Impreza 13.2 gal 356 mi
1996 Impreza 13.2 gal 343 mi
Subaru Impreza fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
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← 2000 Subaru Impreza Every Impreza year 2002 Subaru Impreza →

2001 Subaru Impreza vs similar 2001 sedans

The Impreza has the largest tank of the four 2001 sedans compared here, 15.9 gallons against 15.9 for the Honda Prelude.

2001 modelTankLongest highway range
Subaru Impreza 15.9 gal 429 mi
Honda Prelude 15.9 gal 398 mi
Hyundai Tiburon 14.5 gal 421 mi
Ford Escort 12.8 gal 397 mi

Other 2001 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2001 Subaru Impreza fuel pump and gauge parts

These are the part numbers the makers list for the 2001 Subaru Impreza. Check the fuel system recalls first: recall repairs are free.

Fuel pump DELPHI FE0150 Listed for the 2001 Subaru Impreza. For hard starts, stalling or a whining tank. Pumps can differ by engine and tank size, so check your trim on Amazon. Check price on Amazon Fuel filter ACDelco GF663 Listed for the 2001 Subaru Impreza. A clogged filter starves the engine under load. On many newer cars it sits inside the tank with the pump. Check price on Amazon Fuel filler neck Spectra Premium FN664 Listed for the 2001 Subaru Impreza. A rusted filler neck leaks fumes and can set an EVAP check-engine code. Check price on Amazon

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2001 Subaru Impreza?

The 2001 Subaru Impreza holds 15.9 gallons (60 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2001 Subaru Impreza gas tank hold?

The 2001 Subaru Impreza tank holds 60 liters, or 15.9 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2001 Subaru Impreza go on a full tank?

About 398–429 miles on the highway and 286–318 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 2001 Subaru Impreza go on a quarter tank?

About 107 highway miles or 80 in town from the 15.9-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2001 Subaru Impreza take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2001 Subaru Impreza?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.9-gallon tank from empty costs $67.89. It ranges from $58.83 in the Gulf Coast to $93.65 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2001 Subaru Impreza?

About 99 pounds for the 15.9-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2001 Subaru Impreza have a bigger gas tank than the Hyundai Tiburon?

Yes. The 2001 Subaru Impreza holds up to 15.9 gallons; the 2001 Hyundai Tiburon holds up to 14.5.

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).

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

Other 2001 Subaru models

Forester15.9 gallons Legacy16.9 gallons Outback16.9 gallons