2013 Toyota Corolla Gas Tank Size and Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

13.2gal · 50 L

The 2013 Toyota Corolla has a fuel tank capacity of 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 449 highway miles or 343–356 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

13.2 gal · Smaller than 91% of 2013 models we list.

Highway range
449 mi
City range
343–356 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
Tank sizes
1
Trims
7

2013 Toyota Corolla fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 7 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
L 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl 4A · FWD MPG 26 / 34Range 343 / 449 mi 1.8L 4cyl 4A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 34 343 / 449 mi
L 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 27 / 34Range 356 / 449 mi 1.8L 4cyl 5M FWD 13.2 gal50 L 27 / 34 356 / 449 mi
LE 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl 4A · FWD MPG 26 / 34Range 343 / 449 mi 1.8L 4cyl 4A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 34 343 / 449 mi
LE Special Edition 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl 4A · FWD MPG 26 / 34Range 343 / 449 mi 1.8L 4cyl 4A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 34 343 / 449 mi
S 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl 4A · FWD MPG 26 / 34Range 343 / 449 mi 1.8L 4cyl 4A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 34 343 / 449 mi
S 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 27 / 34Range 356 / 449 mi 1.8L 4cyl 5M FWD 13.2 gal50 L 27 / 34 356 / 449 mi
S Special Edition 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl 4A · FWD MPG 26 / 34Range 343 / 449 mi 1.8L 4cyl 4A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 26 / 34 343 / 449 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 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 29 MPG, a full 13.2-gallon tank covers about 383 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full13.2449343
3/49.9337257
1/26.6224172
1/43.311286
1/81.75643

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 517 gallons, roughly 39 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.

What it costs to fill up a 2013 Toyota Corolla

$56.36 to fill the 13.2-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
13.2 galRegular$4.27$56.36$42.27

By region, 13.2-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$53.06
Midwest$4.27$56.36
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$48.84
Rocky Mountain$4.46$58.87
West Coast$5.42$71.54
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$77.75

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

  • 13.2-gallon tank$56.36
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,209

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

Corolla tank size in other years

The 2013 Corolla uses the same 13.2 gal tank as every Corolla since 1990.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2018 Corolla 13.2 gal 528 mi
2017 Corolla 13.2 gal 528 mi
2016 Corolla 13.2 gal 554 mi
2015 Corolla 13.2 gal 554 mi
2014 Corolla 13.2 gal 554 mi
2013 Corolla 13.2 gal 449 mi
2012 Corolla 13.2 gal 449 mi
2011 Corolla 13.2 gal 462 mi
2010 Corolla 13.2 gal 462 mi
2009 Corolla 13.2 gal 462 mi
2008 Corolla 13.2 gal 488 mi
Toyota Corolla fuel tank by model year

2013 Toyota Corolla vs similar 2013 sedans

At 13.2 gallons, the Corolla's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2013 sedans compared here. The Mitsubishi Lancer carries the most (15.5 gal) and the Ford Focus the least (12.4 gal).

2013 modelTankLongest highway range
Mitsubishi Lancer 14.5–15.5 gal 527 mi
Kia Forte 13.7 gal 493 mi
Toyota Corolla 13.2 gal 449 mi
Nissan Sentra 13.2 gal 528 mi
Honda Civic 13.2 gal 581 mi
Hyundai Elantra 12.8 gal 486 mi
Ford Focus 12.4 gal 471 mi

Picked by body style and size: other 2013 sedans within about 5% of the Corolla's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.

2013 Toyota Corolla fuel system recalls

None of the 5 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2013 Toyota Corolla involve the fuel system.

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2013 Toyota Corolla fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2013 Toyota Corolla, 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 2013 Toyota Corolla?

The 2013 Toyota Corolla holds 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2013 Toyota Corolla gas tank hold?

The 2013 Toyota Corolla tank holds 50 liters, or 13.2 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2013 Toyota Corolla go on a full tank?

About 449 miles on the highway and 343–356 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 2013 Toyota Corolla go on a quarter tank?

About 112 highway miles or 86 in town from the 13.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2013 Toyota Corolla take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2013 Toyota Corolla?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 13.2-gallon tank from empty costs $56.36. It ranges from $48.84 in the Gulf Coast to $77.75 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2013 Toyota Corolla?

About 82 pounds for the 13.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2013 Toyota Corolla have a bigger gas tank than the Nissan Sentra?

No, they match: both top out at 13.2 gallons in 2013.

Has the 2013 Toyota Corolla had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 5 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2013 Toyota Corolla involve the fuel system.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, cross-checked against a second spec database. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings. Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026.
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database.

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