Ford Explorer Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity by Year
17.5–22.5gal · 66–85 L
Across 37 model years (1991–2027), the Ford Explorer has used tanks from 17.5–22.5 gallons. The 2027 model holds 17.9–20.2 gallons.
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- 1997
- 1996
- 1995
- 1994
- 1993
- 1992
- 1991
How the tank changed over the years
Ford Explorer tank size by generation
Model years with the same tank sizes, grouped. A change usually marks a new generation or a redesign.
| Model years | Tank | Liters |
|---|---|---|
| 2020–2027 | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L |
| 2011–2019 | 18.6 gallons | 70 L |
| 2002–2010 | 22.5 gallons | 85 L |
| 2001 | 21.0 gallons | 79 L |
| 1995–2000 | 17.5–21.0 gallons | 66–79 L |
| 1994 | 19.0 gallons | 72 L |
| 1993 | 19.3 gallons | 73 L |
| 1991–1992 | 19.0 gallons | 72 L |
Ford Explorer tank size by year
| Year | Tank | Liters | Best highway range | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Ford Explorer | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L | 586 mi | 12 |
| 2026 Ford Explorer | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L | 586 mi | 11 |
| 2025 Ford Explorer | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L | 586 mi | 8 |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L | 525 mi | 15 |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L | 525 mi | 19 |
| 2022 Ford Explorer | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L | 525 mi | 19 |
| 2021 Ford Explorer | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L | 525 mi | 15 |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | 17.9–20.2 gallons | 68–76 L | 522 mi | 10 |
| 2019 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 502 mi | 8 |
| 2018 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 502 mi | 8 |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 502 mi | 8 |
| 2016 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 446 mi | 8 |
| 2015 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 446 mi | 7 |
| 2014 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 446 mi | 7 |
| 2013 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 446 mi | 7 |
| 2012 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 465 mi | 6 |
| 2011 Ford Explorer | 18.6 gallons | 70 L | 465 mi | 6 |
| 2010 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 450 mi | 8 |
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 473 mi | 20 |
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 450 mi | 16 |
| 2007 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 450 mi | 12 |
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 428 mi | 14 |
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 428 mi | 20 |
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 450 mi | 32 |
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 428 mi | 34 |
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 22.5 gallons | 85 L | 450 mi | 8 |
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 21.0 gallons | 79 L | 420 mi | 11 |
| 2000 Ford Explorer | 17.5–21.0 gallons | 66–79 L | 441 mi | 15 |
| 1999 Ford Explorer | 17.5–21.0 gallons | 66–79 L | 441 mi | 15 |
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 17.5–21.0 gallons | 66–79 L | 420 mi | 13 |
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 17.5–21.0 gallons | 66–79 L | 462 mi | 15 |
| 1996 Ford Explorer | 17.5–21.0 gallons | 66–79 L | 441 mi | 15 |
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 17.5–21.0 gallons | 66–79 L | 441 mi | 13 |
| 1994 Ford Explorer | 19.0 gallons | 72 L | 380 mi | 14 |
| 1993 Ford Explorer | 19.3 gallons | 73 L | 425 mi | 14 |
| 1992 Ford Explorer | 19.0 gallons | 72 L | 380 mi | 12 |
| 1991 Ford Explorer | 19.0 gallons | 72 L | 399 mi | 12 |
Ford Explorer fuel system recalls by year
NHTSA lists fuel-system recalls for 11 Ford Explorer model years. Each year's page has the details, the risk and the free remedy.
Frequently asked questions
What size gas tank does the Ford Explorer have?
The 2027 Ford Explorer holds 17.9–20.2 gallons. Older years range from 17.5–22.5 gallons; the table has every year.
Has the tank size changed over the years?
Yes. The largest tank changed in 2020, 2011, 2002, 1995, 1994, 1993.