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1998 Dodge Ram Van Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Van 6 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 1997 1999 →

Fuel tank capacity

35.0gal · 132 L

The 1998 Dodge Ram Van has a fuel tank capacity of 35.0 gallons (132 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 560–595 highway miles or 420–455 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

35.0 gal · Bigger than 95% of 1998 models we list.

Highway range
560–595 mi
City range
420–455 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
Tank sizes
1
Trims
6

1998 Dodge Ram Van fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 6 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
1500 3dr Ext Van 3.9L 6cyl 3A · RWD MPG 13 / 16Range 455 / 560 mi 3.9L 6cyl 3A RWD 35.0 gal132 L 13 / 16 455 / 560 mi
1500 3dr Van 3.9L 6cyl 3A · RWD MPG 13 / 16Range 455 / 560 mi 3.9L 6cyl 3A RWD 35.0 gal132 L 13 / 16 455 / 560 mi
2500 3dr Ext Van 5.2L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 12 / 17Range 420 / 595 mi 5.2L 8cyl 4A RWD 35.0 gal132 L 12 / 17 420 / 595 mi
2500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van 5.2L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 12 / 17Range 420 / 595 mi 5.2L 8cyl 4A RWD 35.0 gal132 L 12 / 17 420 / 595 mi
3500 3dr Ext Van 5.2L 8cyl 4A · RWD 5.2L 8cyl 4A RWD 35.0 gal132 L Not rated Not rated
3500 Maxi 3dr Ext Van 5.2L 8cyl 4A · RWD 5.2L 8cyl 4A RWD 35.0 gal132 L Not rated Not rated

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.Trims marked "Not rated" have no published EPA rating, usually because they're heavy-duty versions the EPA doesn't rate.

How far a 1998 Dodge Ram Van 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 14 MPG, a full 35.0-gallon tank covers about 490 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full35.0560455
3/426.3420341
1/217.5280228
1/48.8140114
1/84.47057

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 1,071 gallons, roughly 31 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.

What it costs to fill up a 1998 Dodge Ram Van

$149.45 to fill the 35.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
35.0 galRegular$4.27$149.45$112.09

By region, 35.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$140.70
Midwest$4.27$149.45
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$129.50
Rocky Mountain$4.46$156.10
West Coast$5.42$189.70
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$206.15

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

  • 35.0-gallon tank$149.45
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,575

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

Ram Van tank size in other years

The 1998 Ram Van uses the same 35.0 gal tank as every Ram Van since 1996.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2000 Ram Van 32.0–35.0 gal 595 mi
1999 Ram Van 32.0–36.0 gal 648 mi
1998 Ram Van 35.0 gal 595 mi
1997 Ram Van 35.0 gal 595 mi
1996 Ram Van 35.0 gal 560 mi
1995 Ram Van 22.0 gal 352 mi
1994 Ram Van 22.0 gal 374 mi
1993 Ram Van 35.0 gal 595 mi
Dodge Ram Van fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
19901991199219931994199519961997199819992000
← 1997 Dodge Ram Van Every Ram Van year 1999 Dodge Ram Van →

1998 Dodge Ram Van fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1998 Dodge Ram Van, out of 14 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsAug 6, 1998 · NHTSA 98V182000 · Chrysler Corporation · 8,144 vehicles

Vehicle description: light duty trucks equipped with either a 8.0l v-10 engine or a 5.9l v-8 heavy duty gasoline engine. An exhaust system heat shield attaching screw is too close to the underbody fuel line. The line can rub against the screw, possibly causing fuel leakage.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will remove the underbody heat shield attaching screw and replace it with rubber adhesive. The chassis fuel line will be inspected for signs of wear and any tubes indicating wear will be replaced.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1998 Dodge Ram Van?

The 1998 Dodge Ram Van holds 35.0 gallons (132 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1998 Dodge Ram Van gas tank hold?

The 1998 Dodge Ram Van tank holds 132 liters, or 35.0 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 1998 Dodge Ram Van go on a full tank?

About 560–595 miles on the highway and 420–455 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 1998 Dodge Ram Van go on a quarter tank?

About 140 highway miles or 114 in town from the 35.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 8.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1998 Dodge Ram Van take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1998 Dodge Ram Van?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 35.0-gallon tank from empty costs $149.45. It ranges from $129.50 in the Gulf Coast to $206.15 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1998 Dodge Ram Van?

About 217 pounds for the 35.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Has the 1998 Dodge Ram Van had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1998 Dodge Ram Van: 98V182000 (delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings. 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).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

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