How much gas does a 2016 Honda CR-V hold?
The 2016 Honda CR-V’s fuel tank capacity is 15.3 gallons (58 liters) for U.S.-market models. This article explains the official figure, any variations, and what it means for driving range.
Official capacity for North American models
Honda’s North American documentation and the EPA window sticker for the 2016 CR-V list a total fuel tank capacity of 15.3 gallons (58 liters). This figure represents the tank’s full capacity and is the standard reference for U.S.-spec vehicles. Some third‑party listings or non‑U.S. documentation may show slightly different values due to rounding or distinctions between total capacity and usable fuel, but 15.3 gallons is the widely cited figure for the 2016 CR-V in the U.S.
To summarize the commonly cited figures, the following points are worth noting:
- US-spec 2016 CR-V: 15.3 gallons (58 liters) total fuel capacity.
- Some non-U.S. markets or older listings may report around 14.5–14.8 gallons (55–56 liters) in certain contexts, often reflecting usable capacity or rounding differences.
In practical terms, these figures reflect total tank capacity. The usable fuel you can actually rely on may vary slightly based on gauge design and driving conditions, but the official US specification remains 15.3 gallons for the 2016 model year.
Notes on measurement and terminology
Manufacturers typically report “total fuel tank capacity.” Some sources distinguish this from “usable capacity” (the amount you can actually use before the tank runs low). For the 2016 CR-V in North America, the official specification used in brochures and window stickers is 15.3 gallons (58 liters) of total tank capacity.
Estimating your driving range
Understanding the tank capacity is useful for planning fuel stops, but the actual range depends on fuel economy and driving conditions. The following steps help translate tank size into an approximate driving range.
To estimate range from the tank capacity and fuel economy, follow this:
- Know your expected fuel economy for the trip (use the EPA rating for your trim or your real-world mpg).
- Multiply the tank capacity by your mpg to estimate range: Range ≈ mpg × 15.3 gallons.
- Adjust for real-world factors such as city vs. highway driving, terrain, weather, and load (which can lower mpg).
These steps provide a practical framework for anticipating how far you can travel on a full tank under typical conditions.
Summary
The 2016 Honda CR-V in the United States is listed with a total fuel tank capacity of 15.3 gallons (58 liters). Some sources differ slightly due to rounding or differences between total vs. usable capacity, but 15.3 gallons remains the standard reference for US-spec models. Drivers can estimate range by applying the vehicle’s mpg to this tank size, then factoring in real-world driving conditions.
