1994 Dodge Caravan Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

20.0gal · 76 L

The 1994 Dodge Caravan has a fuel tank capacity of 20.0 gallons (76 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 440–480 highway miles or 340–360 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

20.0 gal · Bigger than 60% of 1994 models we list.

Highway range
440–480 mi
City range
340–360 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
19–20 MPG
EPA size class
Special Purpose Vehicles

1994 Dodge Caravan fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 5 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
3dr Cargo Minivan 2.5L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 18 / 24Range 360 / 480 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M FWD 20.0 gal76 L 18 / 24 360 / 480 mi
3dr Minivan 2.5L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 18 / 24Range 360 / 480 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M FWD 20.0 gal76 L 18 / 24 360 / 480 mi
ES 3dr Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 3A · FWD MPG 17 / 22Range 340 / 440 mi 3.0L 6cyl 3A FWD 20.0 gal76 L 17 / 22 340 / 440 mi
LE 3dr Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 3A · FWD MPG 17 / 22Range 340 / 440 mi 3.0L 6cyl 3A FWD 20.0 gal76 L 17 / 22 340 / 440 mi
SE 3dr Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 3A · FWD MPG 17 / 22Range 340 / 440 mi 3.0L 6cyl 3A FWD 20.0 gal76 L 17 / 22 340 / 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 1994 Dodge Caravan 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 19 MPG, a full 20.0-gallon tank covers about 380 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full20.0440340
3/415.0330255
1/210.0220170
1/45.011085
1/82.55543

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 789 gallons, roughly 39 full tanks.

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
19–20 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
444–468 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1994 Dodge Caravan

$85.40 to fill the 20.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
20.0 galRegular$4.27$85.40$64.05

By region, 20.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$80.40
Midwest$4.27$85.40
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$74.00
Rocky Mountain$4.46$89.20
West Coast$5.42$108.40
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$117.80

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

  • 20.0-gallon tank$85.40
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,371

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

Caravan tank size in other years

The tank changed for 1994: 20.0 gal, up from 18.0–20.0 gal on the 1993 Caravan.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
1999 Caravan 20.0 gal 480 mi
1998 Caravan 20.0 gal 480 mi
1997 Caravan 20.0 gal 460 mi
1996 Caravan 20.0 gal 480 mi
1995 Caravan 20.0 gal 460 mi
1994 Caravan 20.0 gal 480 mi
1993 Caravan 18.0–20.0 gal 560 mi
1992 Caravan 18.0–20.0 gal 520 mi
1991 Caravan 18.0–20.0 gal 460 mi
1990 Caravan 20.0 gal 520 mi
Dodge Caravan fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

1994 Dodge Caravan vs similar 1994 minivans

The Caravan has the largest tank of the three 1994 minivans compared here, 20.0 gallons against 20.0 for the Plymouth Voyager.

1994 modelTankLongest highway range
Dodge Caravan 20.0 gal 480 mi
Plymouth Voyager 20.0 gal 480 mi
Toyota Previa 19.8 gal 396 mi

Other 1994 minivans of a similar size, one model per brand.

1994 Dodge Caravan fuel system recalls

None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1994 Dodge Caravan involve the fuel system.

All Dodge fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

1994 Dodge Caravan fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1994 Dodge Caravan, 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 1994 Dodge Caravan?

The 1994 Dodge Caravan holds 20.0 gallons (76 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1994 Dodge Caravan gas tank hold?

The 1994 Dodge Caravan tank holds 76 liters, or 20.0 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 1994 Dodge Caravan go on a full tank?

About 440–480 miles on the highway and 340–360 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 1994 Dodge Caravan go on a quarter tank?

About 110 highway miles or 85 in town from the 20.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1994 Dodge Caravan take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1994 Dodge Caravan?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 20.0-gallon tank from empty costs $85.40. It ranges from $74.00 in the Gulf Coast to $117.80 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1994 Dodge Caravan?

About 124 pounds for the 20.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1994 Dodge Caravan have a bigger gas tank than the Plymouth Voyager?

No, they match: both top out at 20.0 gallons in 1994.

Has the 1994 Dodge Caravan had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1994 Dodge Caravan 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 (Dodge fuel system recalls).

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