1999 Ford Contour SVT Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity
Fuel tank capacity
14.5gal · 55 L
The 1999 Ford Contour SVT has a fuel tank capacity of 14.5 gallons (55 liters).
A full tank is good for roughly 377 highway miles or 247 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
14.5 gal · Smaller than 89% of 1999 models we list.
Listed separately: 1999 Ford Contour (15.0 gal).
1999 Ford Contour SVT fuel tank capacity by trim
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan 2.5L 6cyl 5M · FWD MPG 17 / 26Range 247 / 377 mi | 2.5L 6cyl 5M | FWD | 14.5 gal55 L | 17 / 26 | 247 / 377 mi | |
| No trim matches all of these filters. | ||||||
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 1999 Ford Contour SVT 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 20 MPG, a full 14.5-gallon tank covers about 290 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 14.5 | 377 | 247 |
| 3/4 | 10.9 | 283 | 185 |
| 1/2 | 7.3 | 189 | 123 |
| 1/4 | 3.6 | 94 | 62 |
| 1/8 | 1.8 | 47 | 31 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 750 gallons, roughly 52 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 1999 Ford Contour SVT
$61.91 to fill the 14.5-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.
| Tank | Fuel | US avg / gal | From empty | From 1/4 tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14.5 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $61.91 | $46.44 |
By region, 14.5-gallon tank
| Region | Regular / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.02 | $58.29 |
| Midwest | $4.27 | $61.91 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $3.70 | $53.65 |
| Rocky Mountain | $4.46 | $64.67 |
| West Coast | $5.42 | $78.59 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $5.89 | $85.41 |
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
- 14.5-gallon tank$61.91
- A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,202
Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
Contour SVT tank size in other years
The 1999 Contour SVT uses the same 14.5 gal tank as the 1998 model.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 Contour SVT | 14.5 gal | 392 mi |
| 1999 Contour SVT | 14.5 gal | 377 mi |
| 1998 Contour SVT | 14.5 gal | 377 mi |
1999 Ford Contour SVT vs similar 1999 sedans
The Contour SVT has the smallest tank of the seven 1999 sedans compared here: 14.5 gallons, against 17.2 for the Daewoo Leganza.
| 1999 model | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| Daewoo Leganza | 17.2 gal | 464 mi |
| Hyundai Sonata | 17.2 gal | 464 mi |
| Mazda 626 | 16.9 gal | 507 mi |
| Dodge Stratus | 16.0 gal | 528 mi |
| Subaru Legacy | 15.9 gal | 429 mi |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 15.0 gal | 420 mi |
| Ford Contour SVT | 14.5 gal | 377 mi |
Other 1999 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1999 Ford Contour SVT?
The 1999 Ford Contour SVT holds 14.5 gallons (55 liters).
How many gallons and liters does the 1999 Ford Contour SVT gas tank hold?
The 1999 Ford Contour SVT tank holds 55 liters, or 14.5 gallons in US gallons.
How far can a 1999 Ford Contour SVT go on a full tank?
About 377 miles on the highway and 247 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 1999 Ford Contour SVT go on a quarter tank?
About 94 highway miles or 62 in town from the 14.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.6 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 1999 Ford Contour SVT take?
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 1999 Ford Contour SVT?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 14.5-gallon tank from empty costs $61.91. It ranges from $53.65 in the Gulf Coast to $85.41 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1999 Ford Contour SVT?
About 90 pounds for the 14.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 1999 Ford Contour SVT have a bigger gas tank than the Daewoo Leganza?
No. The 1999 Daewoo Leganza holds up to 17.2 gallons; the 1999 Ford Contour SVT holds up to 14.5.
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).
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