1992 Ford Aerostar Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

21.0gal · 79 L

The 1992 Ford Aerostar has a fuel tank capacity of 21.0 gallons (79 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 378–483 highway miles or 294–378 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

21.0 gal · Bigger than 73% of 1992 models we list.

Highway range
378–483 mi
City range
294–378 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
15–20 MPG
EPA size class
Vans

1992 Ford Aerostar fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 16 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
3dr Cargo Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 23Range 378 / 483 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 21.0 gal79 L 18 / 23 378 / 483 mi
3dr Cargo Minivan AWD 4.0L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 14 / 18Range 294 / 378 mi 4.0L 6cyl 4A AWD 21.0 gal79 L 14 / 18 294 / 378 mi
3dr Ext Cargo Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 23Range 378 / 483 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 21.0 gal79 L 18 / 23 378 / 483 mi
3dr Ext Cargo Minivan AWD 4.0L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 14 / 18Range 294 / 378 mi 4.0L 6cyl 4A AWD 21.0 gal79 L 14 / 18 294 / 378 mi
Eddie Bauer 3dr Ext Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 315 / 462 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 21.0 gal79 L 15 / 22 315 / 462 mi
Eddie Bauer 3dr Ext Minivan AWD 4.0L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 14 / 18Range 294 / 378 mi 4.0L 6cyl 4A AWD 21.0 gal79 L 14 / 18 294 / 378 mi
Eddie Bauer 3dr Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 315 / 462 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 21.0 gal79 L 15 / 22 315 / 462 mi
Eddie Bauer 3dr Minivan AWD 4.0L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 14 / 18Range 294 / 378 mi 4.0L 6cyl 4A AWD 21.0 gal79 L 14 / 18 294 / 378 mi
XL 3dr Ext Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 315 / 462 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 21.0 gal79 L 15 / 22 315 / 462 mi
XL 3dr Ext Minivan AWD 4.0L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 14 / 18Range 294 / 378 mi 4.0L 6cyl 4A AWD 21.0 gal79 L 14 / 18 294 / 378 mi
XL 3dr Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 315 / 462 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 21.0 gal79 L 15 / 22 315 / 462 mi
XL 3dr Minivan AWD 4.0L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 14 / 18Range 294 / 378 mi 4.0L 6cyl 4A AWD 21.0 gal79 L 14 / 18 294 / 378 mi
XLT 3dr Ext Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 315 / 462 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 21.0 gal79 L 15 / 22 315 / 462 mi
XLT 3dr Ext Minivan AWD 4.0L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 14 / 18Range 294 / 378 mi 4.0L 6cyl 4A AWD 21.0 gal79 L 14 / 18 294 / 378 mi
XLT 3dr Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 315 / 462 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 21.0 gal79 L 15 / 22 315 / 462 mi
XLT 3dr Minivan AWD 4.0L 6cyl 4A · AWD MPG 14 / 18Range 294 / 378 mi 4.0L 6cyl 4A AWD 21.0 gal79 L 14 / 18 294 / 378 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 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 21.0-gallon tank covers about 336 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full21.0378294
3/415.8284221
1/210.5189147
1/45.39574
1/82.64737

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 938 gallons, roughly 45 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
15–20 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
444–592 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1992 Ford Aerostar

$89.67 to fill the 21.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
21.0 galRegular$4.27$89.67$67.25

By region, 21.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$84.42
Midwest$4.27$89.67
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$77.70
Rocky Mountain$4.46$93.66
West Coast$5.42$113.82
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$123.69

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

  • 21.0-gallon tank$89.67
  • 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.

Aerostar tank size in other years

The 1992 Aerostar uses the same 21.0 gal tank as every Aerostar since 1990.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
1997 Aerostar 21.0 gal 462 mi
1996 Aerostar 21.0 gal 462 mi
1995 Aerostar 21.0 gal 462 mi
1994 Aerostar 21.0 gal 483 mi
1993 Aerostar 21.0 gal 483 mi
1992 Aerostar 21.0 gal 483 mi
1991 Aerostar 21.0 gal 462 mi
1990 Aerostar 21.0 gal 441 mi
Ford Aerostar fuel tank by model year

1992 Ford Aerostar vs similar 1992 minivans

The Aerostar has the largest tank of the four 1992 minivans compared here, 21.0 gallons against 20.0 for the Chevrolet Lumina Minivan.

1992 modelTankLongest highway range
Ford Aerostar 21.0 gal 483 mi
Chevrolet Lumina Minivan 20.0 gal 420 mi
Plymouth Grand Voyager 18.0–20.0 gal 440 mi
Toyota Previa 19.8 gal 396 mi

Other 1992 minivans of a similar size, one model per brand.

1992 Ford Aerostar fuel system recalls

None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1992 Ford Aerostar involve the fuel system.

All Ford fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

1992 Ford Aerostar fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1992 Ford Aerostar, 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 1992 Ford Aerostar?

The 1992 Ford Aerostar holds 21.0 gallons (79 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1992 Ford Aerostar gas tank hold?

The 1992 Ford Aerostar tank holds 79 liters, or 21.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 1992 Ford Aerostar gas tank?

No. RWD and AWD versions of the 1992 Ford Aerostar use the same 21.0 gal tank.

How far can a 1992 Ford Aerostar go on a full tank?

About 378–483 miles on the highway and 294–378 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 1992 Ford Aerostar go on a quarter tank?

About 95 highway miles or 74 in town from the 21.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1992 Ford Aerostar take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1992 Ford Aerostar?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 21.0-gallon tank from empty costs $89.67. It ranges from $77.70 in the Gulf Coast to $123.69 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1992 Ford Aerostar?

About 130 pounds for the 21.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1992 Ford Aerostar have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet Lumina Minivan?

Yes. The 1992 Ford Aerostar holds up to 21.0 gallons; the 1992 Chevrolet Lumina Minivan holds up to 20.0.

Has the 1992 Ford Aerostar had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 3 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 (Ford fuel system recalls).

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