What is the fuel tank capacity of the XRV in liters?
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The fuel tank capacity of the Honda XR-V is 50 liters, as officially announced. Owners who have purchased the Honda XR-V can also check this information on the vehicle's configuration sheet. The Honda XR-V uses 92-octane fuel, with a fuel consumption of 6.0 to 6.3L per 100 kilometers. A full tank can provide a driving range of 794 to 833 kilometers. During daily driving, it is essential to monitor the remaining fuel level in the tank. This is typically observed through the fuel gauge inside the vehicle. If there are no other issues, the fuel level will be accurately reflected on the gauge. The fuel gauge usually has 5 to 6 segments, and it is advisable to refuel when only 2 segments remain to avoid running out of fuel midway. During actual refueling, the amount of fuel added may exceed the marked capacity. This is because the fuel tank capacity specified by the manufacturer is measured from the bottom of the tank to the safe fill level. There is additional space from the safe fill level to the tank opening, which is designed to allow for fuel expansion due to temperature increases without causing overflow. If fuel is filled up to the tank opening during refueling, the actual amount of fuel added may exceed the marked tank capacity.
When I drove the XR-V before, I specifically checked the manual, which states the fuel tank capacity is 50 liters. This size is quite reasonable—for daily commutes, a full tank can last about 500 kilometers. It's even more fuel-efficient on highways, extending the range further. However, in practice, the fuel filler neck leaves some space, so the pump usually stops at around 47 liters. It's advisable not to wait until the fuel light comes on to refuel, as this can overheat and damage the fuel pump; it's better to fill up when a quarter of the tank remains. For frequent road-trippers like us, a 50-liter tank is perfectly adequate, eliminating the need for frequent gas station stops.
I've been using this XR-V for three years, and the actual measured fuel tank capacity is 50 liters. It's considered a medium level among vehicles in the same class, like the Qashqai with 57 liters and the Vezel with 50 liters. When refueling, just pay attention to using 92-octane gasoline, and avoid mixing different grades. From my observation, the fuel consumption with air conditioning on in the city is about 8 liters per 100 kilometers, so a full tank can run over 600 kilometers. Occasionally, if the fuel gauge shows inaccurately, it might be due to a clogged carbon canister, which should be cleaned promptly. When I chose this car, I specifically asked the salesperson about the fuel tank material—it's resin, which has better impact resistance than metal and higher safety.
