Fuel tank capacity
22.0gal · 83 L
The 1991 Ford E-250 has a fuel tank capacity of 22.0 gallons (83 liters) on every trim.
A full tank is good for roughly 308 highway miles or 264 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
22.0 gal · Bigger than 79% of 1991 models we list.
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Club Wagon 3dr Van 4.9L 6cyl 3A · RWD MPG 12 / 14Range 264 / 308 mi | 4.9L 6cyl 3A | RWD | 22.0 gal83 L | 12 / 14 | 264 / 308 mi | |
| Econoline 3dr Cargo Van 4.9L 6cyl 3A · RWD MPG 12 / 14Range 264 / 308 mi | 4.9L 6cyl 3A | RWD | 22.0 gal83 L | 12 / 14 | 264 / 308 mi | |
| Econoline 3dr Ext Cargo Van 4.9L 6cyl 3A · RWD MPG 12 / 14Range 264 / 308 mi | 4.9L 6cyl 3A | RWD | 22.0 gal83 L | 12 / 14 | 264 / 308 mi | |
| XLT Club Wagon 3dr Van 4.9L 6cyl 3A · RWD MPG 12 / 14Range 264 / 308 mi | 4.9L 6cyl 3A | RWD | 22.0 gal83 L | 12 / 14 | 264 / 308 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.
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 13 MPG, a full 22.0-gallon tank covers about 286 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 22.0 | 308 | 264 |
| 3/4 | 16.5 | 231 | 198 |
| 1/2 | 11.0 | 154 | 132 |
| 1/4 | 5.5 | 77 | 66 |
| 1/8 | 2.8 | 39 | 33 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 1,154 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.
$93.94 to fill the 22.0-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.0 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $93.94 | $70.45 |
| Region | Regular / gal | Fill 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.
Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
The 1991 E-250 uses the same 22.0 gal tank as the 1990 model.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 E-250 | 35.0 gal | 455 mi |
| 1995 E-250 | 35.0 gal | 455 mi |
| 1994 E-250 | 35.0 gal | 455 mi |
| 1993 E-250 | 35.0 gal | 490 mi |
| 1992 E-250 | 35.0 gal | 490 mi |
| 1991 E-250 | 22.0 gal | 308 mi |
| 1990 E-250 | 22.0 gal | 308 mi |
The E-250 has the smallest tank of the three 1991 vans compared here: 22.0 gallons, against 33.0 for the GMC Vandura.
| 1991 model | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| GMC Vandura | 22.0–33.0 gal | 594 mi |
| Chevrolet Sportvan | 22.0–33.0 gal | 561 mi |
| Ford E-250 | 22.0 gal | 308 mi |
Other 1991 vans of a similar size, one model per brand.
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1991 Ford E-250, out of 1 recall in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap.
Risk: The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy: Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.
The 1991 Ford E-250 holds 22.0 gallons (83 liters) on every trim we list.
The 1991 Ford E-250 tank holds 83 liters, or 22.0 gallons in US gallons.
About 308 miles on the highway and 264 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.
About 77 highway miles or 66 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.
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
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.
About 136 pounds for the 22.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
No. The 1991 GMC Vandura holds up to 33.0 gallons; the 1991 Ford E-250 holds up to 22.0.
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1991 Ford E-250: 91V146000 (storage · auxillary tank · selector devices). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.
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