2020 Toyota Corolla Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

13.2gal · 50 L

The 2020 Toyota Corolla has a fuel tank capacity of 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 475–528 highway miles or 383–409 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

13.2 gal · Smaller than 89% of 2020 models we list.

Listed separately: 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback (13.2 gal), 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid (11.4 gal).

Highway range
475–528 mi
City range
383–409 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
32–34 MPG
EPA size class
Compact Cars

2020 Toyota Corolla fuel tank capacity by trim

What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table

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 CVT · FWD MPG 30 / 38Range 396 / 502 mi 1.8L 4cyl CVT FWD 13.2 gal50 L 30 / 38 396 / 502 mi
LE 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 30 / 38Range 396 / 502 mi 1.8L 4cyl CVT FWD 13.2 gal50 L 30 / 38 396 / 502 mi
SE 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl 6M · FWD MPG 29 / 36Range 383 / 475 mi 2.0L 4cyl 6M FWD 13.2 gal50 L 29 / 36 383 / 475 mi
SE 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 31 / 40Range 409 / 528 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT FWD 13.2 gal50 L 31 / 40 409 / 528 mi
SE Nightshade 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 31 / 40Range 409 / 528 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT FWD 13.2 gal50 L 31 / 40 409 / 528 mi
XLE 4dr Sedan 1.8L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 29 / 37Range 383 / 488 mi 1.8L 4cyl CVT FWD 13.2 gal50 L 29 / 37 383 / 488 mi
XSE 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl CVT · FWD MPG 31 / 38Range 409 / 502 mi 2.0L 4cyl CVT FWD 13.2 gal50 L 31 / 38 409 / 502 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 2020 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 33 MPG, a full 13.2-gallon tank covers about 436 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full13.2502396
3/49.9376297
1/26.6251198
1/43.312599
1/81.76350

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 455 gallons, roughly 34 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
32–34 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
257–277 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
7–8 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2020 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)$1,941

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 2020 Corolla uses the same 13.2 gal tank as every Corolla since 1990.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2025 Corolla 13.2 gal 541 mi
2024 Corolla 13.2 gal 541 mi
2023 Corolla 13.2 gal 541 mi
2022 Corolla 13.2 gal 528 mi
2021 Corolla 13.2 gal 528 mi
2020 Corolla 13.2 gal 528 mi
2019 Corolla 13.2 gal 528 mi
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
Toyota Corolla fuel tank by model year

2020 Toyota Corolla vs similar 2020 sedans

At 13.2 gallons, the Corolla's largest tank ranks second of the four 2020 sedans compared here. The Subaru WRX carries the most (15.9 gal) and the Chevrolet Sonic the least (12.2 gal).

2020 modelTankLongest highway range
Subaru WRX 15.9 gal 429 mi
Toyota Corolla 13.2 gal 528 mi
Volkswagen Jetta 13.2 gal 528 mi
Chevrolet Sonic 12.2 gal 415 mi

Other 2020 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2020 Toyota Corolla fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2020 Toyota Corolla, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpNov 4, 2020 · NHTSA 20V682000 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 1,525,742 vehicles

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2020 Toyota Corolla?

The 2020 Toyota Corolla holds 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2020 Toyota Corolla gas tank hold?

The 2020 Toyota Corolla tank holds 50 liters, or 13.2 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2020 Toyota Corolla go on a full tank?

About 475–528 miles on the highway and 383–409 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 2020 Toyota Corolla go on a quarter tank?

About 125 highway miles or 99 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 2020 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 2020 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 2020 Toyota Corolla?

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

Does the 2020 Toyota Corolla have a bigger gas tank than the Volkswagen Jetta?

No, they match: both top out at 13.2 gallons in 2020.

Has the 2020 Toyota Corolla had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2020 Toyota Corolla: 20V682000 (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 (Toyota fuel system recalls).

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