2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

22.0gal · 83 L

The 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer has a fuel tank capacity of 22.0 gallons (83 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 440 highway miles or 308 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

22.0 gal · Bigger than 66% of 2006 models we list.

Listed separately: 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT (25.0 gal).

Highway range
440 mi
City range
308 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
16 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 4 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
LS 4dr SUV 4.2L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 14 / 20Range 308 / 440 mi 4.2L 6cyl 4A RWD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 20 308 / 440 mi
LS 4dr SUV 4WD 4.2L 6cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 14 / 20Range 308 / 440 mi 4.2L 6cyl 4A 4WD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 20 308 / 440 mi
LT 4dr SUV 4.2L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 14 / 20Range 308 / 440 mi 4.2L 6cyl 4A RWD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 20 308 / 440 mi
LT 4dr SUV 4WD 4.2L 6cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 14 / 20Range 308 / 440 mi 4.2L 6cyl 4A 4WD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 20 308 / 440 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 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer 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 22.0-gallon tank covers about 352 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full22.0440308
3/416.5330231
1/211.0220154
1/45.511077
1/82.85539

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 938 gallons, roughly 43 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 17.9 MPG in the Trailblazer (9 drivers), about 394 miles on a full 22.0-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
16 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
555 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer

$93.94 to fill the 22.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
22.0 galRegular$4.27$93.94$70.45

By region, 22.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$88.44
Midwest$4.27$93.94
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$81.40
Rocky Mountain$4.46$98.12
West Coast$5.42$119.24
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$129.58

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

  • 22.0-gallon tank$93.94
  • 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.

Trailblazer tank size in other years

The 2006 Trailblazer uses the same 22.0 gal tank as every Trailblazer since 2004.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2022 Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
2021 Trailblazer 13.2 gal 436 mi
2009 Trailblazer 22.0 gal 440 mi
2008 Trailblazer 22.0 gal 440 mi
2007 Trailblazer 22.0 gal 440 mi
2006 Trailblazer 22.0 gal 440 mi
2005 Trailblazer 22.0 gal 440 mi
2004 Trailblazer 22.0 gal 418 mi
2003 Trailblazer 22.0–25.0 gal 475 mi
2002 Trailblazer 18.7–25.5 gal 485 mi
Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs similar 2006 SUVs

At 22.0 gallons, the Trailblazer's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2006 SUVs compared here. The Mercury Mountaineer carries the most (22.5 gal) and the Honda Pilot the least (20.4 gal).

2006 modelTankLongest highway range
Mercury Mountaineer 22.5 gal 428 mi
Ford Explorer 22.5 gal 428 mi
Chevrolet Trailblazer 22.0 gal 440 mi
GMC Envoy 22.0 gal 440 mi
Buick Rainier 22.0 gal 440 mi
Nissan Pathfinder 21.1 gal 443 mi
Honda Pilot 20.4 gal 449 mi

Other 2006 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel system recalls

None of the 8 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer involve the fuel system.

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2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 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 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

The 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer holds 22.0 gallons (83 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer gas tank hold?

The 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer tank holds 83 liters, or 22.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer gas tank?

No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer use the same 22.0 gal tank.

How far can a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer go on a full tank?

About 440 miles on the highway and 308 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 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer go on a quarter tank?

About 110 highway miles or 77 in town from the 22.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.5 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 17.9 MPG in the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer (9 drivers), which works out to about 394 miles on a full 22.0-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 22.0-gallon tank from empty costs $93.94. It ranges from $81.40 in the Gulf Coast to $129.58 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer?

About 136 pounds for the 22.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer have a bigger gas tank than the GMC Envoy?

No, they match: both top out at 22.0 gallons in 2006.

Has the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 8 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer involve the fuel system.

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 (Chevrolet fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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