2012 Honda Civic Gas Tank Size
Most configurations of the 2012 Honda Civic have a 13.2-gallon gas tank. Natural Gas Civic, however, carries an 8.0-gallon gas tank.
Written by Jasmine Kanter
Reviewed by Jessica Barrett
Almost every version of the 2012
Honda Civic
has a 13.2-gallon gas tank except the Natural Gas Civic
, which makes do with just 8 gallons.If you’re constantly surprised by how much gas your 2012 Honda Civic takes at the fuel pump (or how little), it might help you to know the size of your gas tank. You can find the answer in the owner’s manual or let
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!How big is the gas tank on a 2012 Honda Civic?
The
2012 Honda Civic
is a compact car with excellent fuel economy, making a fuel tank capacity of 13.2 gallons more than enough. A Civic Natural Gas (original MSRP at $26,305), however, can only carry 8 gallons, so you might want to stick close to home. Considering the wide range of available powertrains, it’s hard to know what gas type to use. Here’s the best gas for each version of the 2012 Honda Civic:Model | Engine | Gas Type |
|---|---|---|
Honda Civic | 1.8L four-cylinder | Regular unleaded gasoline |
Honda Civic Natural Gas | 1.8L inline-four | Natural gas |
Honda Civic SI (Coupe or Sedan) | 2.4L four-cylinder | Premium unleaded gasoline |
Honda Civic Hybrid | 1.5L inline-four | Regular unleaded gasoline |
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The powertrain you choose also affects fuel economy, but we'll talk about that later. For now, just know that your gas tank will be the same size whether you have a coupe, a sedan, or one of the following trims:
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How to check your 2012 Honda Civic’s gas tank size
Here are a few easy ways to measure the fuel tank size of your car on your own:
Measure the gas tank
For this method, you’ll need a measuring tape and a calculator. Find your vehicle’s gas tank and record its width, length, and height in inches. Multiply your measurements, divide by 231 (the number of cubic inches in a gallon), and you’ll have the volume of the gas tank in gallons.
Check your owner’s manual
Gas tank capacity is usually listed in the owner's manual of your vehicle. If you’ve misplaced yours, take a look online—Honda keeps a copy of the documentation for every vehicle dating back to the early 2000s on its
online support page
.Drive till empty, then fill it up
Alternatively, you could drive your Honda Civic until the gas gauge is empty, then see how much fuel it takes to refill it. You won't have an exact measurement unless your car runs out right at the fuel pump, but you'll get a good idea. Simply pump the gas, check the number on the pump, tighten the fuel cap, and drive away.
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How to save on fuel costs in a Honda Civic
In general, the 2012 Civic offers excellent gas mileage:
Model and trims | Engine | MPG (city/highway/combined) |
|---|---|---|
Honda Civic DX, LX, EX, EX-L, and HF | 1.8L four-cylinder | 28/36/31 |
Honda Civic Natural Gas | 1.8L inline-four | 27/38/31 |
Honda Civic SI (Coupe or Sedan) | 2.4L four-cylinder | 22/31/25 |
Honda Civic Hybrid | 1.5L inline-four | 44/44/44 |
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- Take care of your vehicle. When you skip regular maintenance and allow your Civic's system to wear out, your fuel economy suffers.
- Take care when driving. By easing off the gas pedal and avoiding sudden acceleration, you can keep your fuel consumption low.
- Idle less, especially in cold weather. Your gas consumption will spike if you let your car idle. To warm up your car on a chilly morning, drive it gently instead.
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