2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Pickup 20 trims listed

Fuel tank capacity

24.5–30.0gal · 93–114 L

The 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage has a fuel tank capacity of 24.5 to 30.0 gallons (93–114 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 30.0 gallons, used on 8 trims.

A full tank is good for roughly 425–570 highway miles or 319–450 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

30.0 gal · Bigger than 90% of 2004 models we list.

Listed separately: 2004 Ford F-150 (25.0–30.0 gal).

Highway range
425–570 mi
City range
319–450 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
Tank sizes
3
Trims
20

2004 Ford F-150 Heritage fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
Cab
Bed
Engine

All 20 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2dr Regular Cab XL 4WD Flareside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 13 / 18Range 319 / 441 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M 4WD 24.5 gal93 L 13 / 18 319 / 441 mi
2dr Regular Cab XL 4WD Styleside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 13 / 18Range 319 / 441 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M 4WD 24.5 gal93 L 13 / 18 319 / 441 mi
2dr Regular Cab XLT 4WD Flareside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 13 / 18Range 319 / 441 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M 4WD 24.5 gal93 L 13 / 18 319 / 441 mi
2dr Regular Cab XLT 4WD Styleside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 13 / 18Range 319 / 441 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M 4WD 24.5 gal93 L 13 / 18 319 / 441 mi
2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Flareside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 375 / 475 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M RWD 25.0 gal95 L 15 / 19 375 / 475 mi
2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 375 / 475 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M RWD 25.0 gal95 L 15 / 19 375 / 475 mi
2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Flareside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 375 / 475 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M RWD 25.0 gal95 L 15 / 19 375 / 475 mi
2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 375 / 475 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M RWD 25.0 gal95 L 15 / 19 375 / 475 mi
4dr SuperCab XL 4WD Styleside SB 4.6L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 325 / 425 mi 4.6L 8cyl 4A 4WD 25.0 gal95 L 13 / 17 325 / 425 mi
4dr SuperCab XL Rwd Styleside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 375 / 475 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M RWD 25.0 gal95 L 15 / 19 375 / 475 mi
4dr SuperCab XLT 4WD Styleside SB 4.6L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 325 / 425 mi 4.6L 8cyl 4A 4WD 25.0 gal95 L 13 / 17 325 / 425 mi
4dr SuperCab XLT Rwd Styleside SB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 375 / 475 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M RWD 25.0 gal95 L 15 / 19 375 / 475 mi
2dr Regular Cab XL 4WD Styleside LB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 13 / 18Range 390 / 540 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M 4WD 30.0 gal114 L 13 / 18 390 / 540 mi
2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside LB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 450 / 570 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M RWD 30.0 gal114 L 15 / 19 450 / 570 mi
2dr Regular Cab XLT 4WD Styleside LB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 13 / 18Range 390 / 540 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M 4WD 30.0 gal114 L 13 / 18 390 / 540 mi
2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside LB 4.2L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 450 / 570 mi 4.2L 6cyl 5M RWD 30.0 gal114 L 15 / 19 450 / 570 mi
4dr SuperCab XL 4WD Styleside LB 4.6L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 390 / 510 mi 4.6L 8cyl 4A 4WD 30.0 gal114 L 13 / 17 390 / 510 mi
4dr SuperCab XL Rwd Styleside LB 4.6L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 14 / 18Range 420 / 540 mi 4.6L 8cyl 4A RWD 30.0 gal114 L 14 / 18 420 / 540 mi
4dr SuperCab XLT 4WD Styleside LB 4.6L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 390 / 510 mi 4.6L 8cyl 4A 4WD 30.0 gal114 L 13 / 17 390 / 510 mi
4dr SuperCab XLT Rwd Styleside LB 4.6L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 14 / 18Range 420 / 540 mi 4.6L 8cyl 4A RWD 30.0 gal114 L 14 / 18 420 / 540 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 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage 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 25.0-gallon tank covers about 400 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full25.0475375
3/418.8356281
1/212.5238188
1/46.311994
1/83.15947

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 938 gallons, roughly 38 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 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage

$128.10 to fill the 30.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
24.5 galRegular$4.27$104.61$78.46
25.0 galRegular$4.27$106.75$80.06
30.0 galRegular$4.27$128.10$96.07

By region, 30.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$120.60
Midwest$4.27$128.10
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$111.00
Rocky Mountain$4.46$133.80
West Coast$5.42$162.60
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$176.70

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

  • 24.5-gallon tank$104.61
  • 25.0-gallon tank$106.75
  • 30.0-gallon tank$128.10
  • 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.

F-150 Heritage tank size in other years

2004 is the first F-150 Heritage model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2004 F-150 Heritage 24.5–30.0 gal 570 mi

2004 Ford F-150 Heritage vs similar 2004 pickups

At 30.0 gallons, the F-150 Heritage's largest tank ranks third of the five 2004 pickups compared here. The GMC Sierra 1500 carries the most (34.0 gal) and the Dodge Dakota the least (24.0 gal).

2004 modelTankLongest highway range
GMC Sierra 1500 26.0–34.0 gal 646 mi
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 26.0–34.0 gal 646 mi
Ford F-150 Heritage 24.5–30.0 gal 570 mi
Toyota Tundra 26.4 gal 475 mi
Dodge Dakota 22.0–24.0 gal 480 mi

Other 2004 pickups of a similar size, one model per brand.

2004 Ford F-150 Heritage fuel pump and gauge parts

These are the part numbers the makers list for the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage. Check the fuel system recalls first: recall repairs are free.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage?

The 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage holds between 24.5 and 30.0 gallons, depending on the trim. 30.0 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 24.5-gallon tank is on the 2dr Regular Cab XL 4WD Flareside SB.

How many gallons and liters does the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage gas tank hold?

The 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage tank holds 93–114 liters, or 24.5–30.0 gallons in US gallons.

Which 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage has the biggest gas tank?

The 30.0-gallon tank is on the 2dr Regular Cab XL 4WD Styleside LB, 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside LB, 2dr Regular Cab XLT 4WD Styleside LB and 5 other trims. The smallest tank, 24.5 gallons, is on the 2dr Regular Cab XL 4WD Flareside SB.

Does 4WD change the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage gas tank?

Yes. 4WD: 24.5–30.0 gal; RWD: 25.0–30.0 gal.

How far can a 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage go on a full tank?

About 425–570 miles on the highway and 319–450 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 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage go on a quarter tank?

About 119 highway miles or 94 in town from the 25.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 6.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 30.0-gallon tank from empty costs $128.10. It ranges from $111.00 in the Gulf Coast to $176.70 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage?

About 186 pounds for the 30.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota Tundra?

Yes. The 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage holds up to 30.0 gallons; the 2004 Toyota Tundra holds up to 26.4.

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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