2002 Toyota Tundra Gas Tank Size and Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

26.4gal · 100 L

The 2002 Toyota Tundra has a fuel tank capacity of 26.4 gallons (100 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 422–475 highway miles or 343–396 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

26.4 gal · Bigger than 85% of 2002 models we list.

Highway range
422–475 mi
City range
343–396 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
14–16 MPG
EPA size class
Standard Pickup Trucks

2002 Toyota Tundra fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Cab
no difference
Bed
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 11 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2dr Regular Cab 2WD LB 3.4L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 15 / 18Range 396 / 475 mi 3.4L 6cyl 4A RWD 26.4 gal100 L 15 / 18 396 / 475 mi
2dr Regular Cab 2WD LB 3.4L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 18Range 396 / 475 mi 3.4L 6cyl 5M RWD 26.4 gal100 L 15 / 18 396 / 475 mi
2dr Regular Cab SR5 4WD LB 4.7L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 13 / 16Range 343 / 422 mi 4.7L 8cyl 4A 4WD 26.4 gal100 L 13 / 16 343 / 422 mi
4dr Access Cab Limited 2WD SB 4.7L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 13 / 17Range 343 / 449 mi 4.7L 8cyl 4A RWD 26.4 gal100 L 13 / 17 343 / 449 mi
4dr Access Cab Limited 4WD SB 4.7L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 13 / 16Range 343 / 422 mi 4.7L 8cyl 4A 4WD 26.4 gal100 L 13 / 16 343 / 422 mi
4dr Access Cab SR5 2WD SB 3.4L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 15 / 18Range 396 / 475 mi 3.4L 6cyl 4A RWD 26.4 gal100 L 15 / 18 396 / 475 mi
4dr Access Cab SR5 2WD SB 3.4L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 18Range 396 / 475 mi 3.4L 6cyl 5M RWD 26.4 gal100 L 15 / 18 396 / 475 mi
4dr Access Cab SR5 2WD SB 4.7L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 13 / 17Range 343 / 449 mi 4.7L 8cyl 4A RWD 26.4 gal100 L 13 / 17 343 / 449 mi
4dr Access Cab SR5 4WD SB 3.4L 6cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 14 / 16Range 370 / 422 mi 3.4L 6cyl 4A 4WD 26.4 gal100 L 14 / 16 370 / 422 mi
4dr Access Cab SR5 4WD SB 3.4L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 16Range 370 / 422 mi 3.4L 6cyl 5M 4WD 26.4 gal100 L 14 / 16 370 / 422 mi
4dr Access Cab SR5 4WD SB 4.7L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 13 / 16Range 343 / 422 mi 4.7L 8cyl 4A 4WD 26.4 gal100 L 13 / 16 343 / 422 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 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 16 MPG, a full 26.4-gallon tank covers about 422 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full26.4475396
3/419.8356297
1/213.2238198
1/46.611999
1/83.35950

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 938 gallons, roughly 36 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.6 MPG in the Tundra (17 drivers), about 438 miles on a full 26.4-gallon tank.

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
14–16 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
555–635 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings ↗

What it costs to fill up a 2002 Toyota Tundra

$112.73 to fill the 26.4-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
26.4 galRegular$4.27$112.73$84.55

By region, 26.4-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$106.13
Midwest$4.27$112.73
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$97.68
Rocky Mountain$4.46$117.74
West Coast$5.42$143.09
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$155.50

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

  • 26.4-gallon tank$112.73
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,003

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

Tundra tank size in other years

The 2002 Tundra uses the same 26.4 gal tank as every Tundra since 2000.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2007 Tundra 26.4 gal 502 mi
2006 Tundra 26.4 gal 554 mi
2005 Tundra 26.4 gal 528 mi
2004 Tundra 26.4 gal 475 mi
2003 Tundra 26.4 gal 475 mi
2002 Tundra 26.4 gal 475 mi
2001 Tundra 26.4 gal 475 mi
2000 Tundra 26.4 gal 475 mi
Toyota Tundra fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2002 Toyota Tundra vs similar 2002 pickups

At 26.4 gallons, the Tundra's largest tank ranks fourth of the five 2002 pickups compared here. The GMC Sierra 1500 carries the most (34.0 gal) and the Dodge Dakota the least (24.0 gal).

2002 modelTankLongest highway range
GMC Sierra 1500 26.0–34.0 gal 646 mi
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 26.0–34.0 gal 646 mi
Ford F-150 24.5–30.0 gal 570 mi
Toyota Tundra 26.4 gal 475 mi
Dodge Dakota 22.0–24.0 gal 484 mi

Picked by body style and size: other 2002 pickups within about 5% of the Tundra's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.

2002 Toyota Tundra fuel system recalls

None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2002 Toyota Tundra involve the fuel system.

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2002 Toyota Tundra fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2002 Toyota Tundra, 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 2002 Toyota Tundra?

The 2002 Toyota Tundra holds 26.4 gallons (100 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2002 Toyota Tundra gas tank hold?

The 2002 Toyota Tundra tank holds 100 liters, or 26.4 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2002 Toyota Tundra gas tank?

No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 2002 Toyota Tundra use the same 26.4 gal tank.

How far can a 2002 Toyota Tundra go on a full tank?

About 422–475 miles on the highway and 343–396 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 2002 Toyota Tundra go on a quarter tank?

About 119 highway miles or 99 in town from the 26.4-gallon tank, which has roughly 6.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2002 Toyota Tundra really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.6 MPG in the 2002 Toyota Tundra (17 drivers), which works out to about 438 miles on a full 26.4-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2002 Toyota Tundra take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2002 Toyota Tundra?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 26.4-gallon tank from empty costs $112.73. It ranges from $97.68 in the Gulf Coast to $155.50 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2002 Toyota Tundra?

About 164 pounds for the 26.4-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2002 Toyota Tundra have a bigger gas tank than the GMC Sierra 1500?

No. The 2002 GMC Sierra 1500 holds up to 34.0 gallons; the 2002 Toyota Tundra holds up to 26.4.

Has the 2002 Toyota Tundra had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026.
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database.
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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