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2005 Ford Five Hundred Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 6 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall 2006 →

Fuel tank capacity

19.0gal · 72 L

The 2005 Ford Five Hundred has a fuel tank capacity of 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 437–494 highway miles or 323–361 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.0 gal · Smaller than 53% of 2005 models we list.

Highway range
437–494 mi
City range
323–361 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
19–21 MPG
EPA size class
Large Cars

2005 Ford Five Hundred fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 6 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Limited AWD 4dr Sedan 3.0L 6cyl CVT · AWD MPG 17 / 23Range 323 / 437 mi 3.0L 6cyl CVT AWD 19.0 gal72 L 17 / 23 323 / 437 mi
Limited Fwd 4dr Sedan 3.0L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 26Range 361 / 494 mi 3.0L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.0 gal72 L 19 / 26 361 / 494 mi
SE AWD 4dr Sedan 3.0L 6cyl CVT · AWD MPG 17 / 23Range 323 / 437 mi 3.0L 6cyl CVT AWD 19.0 gal72 L 17 / 23 323 / 437 mi
SE Fwd 4dr Sedan 3.0L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 26Range 361 / 494 mi 3.0L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.0 gal72 L 19 / 26 361 / 494 mi
SEL AWD 4dr Sedan 3.0L 6cyl CVT · AWD MPG 17 / 23Range 323 / 437 mi 3.0L 6cyl CVT AWD 19.0 gal72 L 17 / 23 323 / 437 mi
SEL Fwd 4dr Sedan 3.0L 6cyl 6A · FWD MPG 19 / 26Range 361 / 494 mi 3.0L 6cyl 6A FWD 19.0 gal72 L 19 / 26 361 / 494 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 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 21 MPG, a full 19.0-gallon tank covers about 399 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.0494361
3/414.3371271
1/29.5247181
1/44.812490
1/82.46245

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 714 gallons, roughly 38 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 22 MPG in the Five Hundred (12 drivers), about 418 miles on a full 19.0-gallon tank.

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
19–21 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
423–468 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2005 Ford Five Hundred

$81.13 to fill the 19.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
19.0 galRegular$4.27$81.13$60.85

By region, 19.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$76.38
Midwest$4.27$81.13
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$70.30
Rocky Mountain$4.46$84.74
West Coast$5.42$102.98
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$111.91

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

  • 19.0-gallon tank$81.13
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,050

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Five Hundred tank size in other years

2005 is the first Five Hundred model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2007 Five Hundred 20.0 gal 520 mi
2006 Five Hundred 20.0 gal 520 mi
2005 Five Hundred 19.0 gal 494 mi
Ford Five Hundred fuel tank by model year
200520062007
Every Five Hundred year 2006 Ford Five Hundred →

2005 Ford Five Hundred vs similar 2005 sedans

The Five Hundred has the largest tank of the seven 2005 sedans compared here, 19.0 gallons against 19.0 for the Mercury Montego.

2005 modelTankLongest highway range
Ford Five Hundred 19.0 gal 494 mi
Mercury Montego 19.0 gal 494 mi
Chrysler 300 18.0–19.0 gal 468 mi
Kia Amanti 18.5 gal 426 mi
Toyota Avalon 18.5 gal 518 mi
Pontiac Bonneville 18.0 gal 486 mi
Buick Park Avenue 18.0 gal 486 mi

Other 2005 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2005 Ford Five Hundred fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2005 Ford Five Hundred, out of 2 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Storage · Tank assembly · MountingNov 9, 2005 · NHTSA 05V515000 · Ford Motor Company · 123,206 vehicles

On certain passenger vehicles, the straps that secure the fuel tank to the vehicle body may break, causing the fuel tank and fuel tank heat shield to drop on the driveshaft (all wheel drive vehicles) or exhaust system (front wheel drive vehicles).

Risk and remedy

Risk: If this happens, drivers may notice a noise or a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace both fuel tank straps. The recall began on december 1, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2005 Ford Five Hundred?

The 2005 Ford Five Hundred holds 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2005 Ford Five Hundred gas tank hold?

The 2005 Ford Five Hundred tank holds 72 liters, or 19.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2005 Ford Five Hundred gas tank?

No. AWD and FWD versions of the 2005 Ford Five Hundred use the same 19.0 gal tank.

How far can a 2005 Ford Five Hundred go on a full tank?

About 437–494 miles on the highway and 323–361 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 2005 Ford Five Hundred go on a quarter tank?

About 124 highway miles or 90 in town from the 19.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2005 Ford Five Hundred really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 22 MPG in the 2005 Ford Five Hundred (12 drivers), which works out to about 418 miles on a full 19.0-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2005 Ford Five Hundred take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2005 Ford Five Hundred?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.0-gallon tank from empty costs $81.13. It ranges from $70.30 in the Gulf Coast to $111.91 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2005 Ford Five Hundred?

About 118 pounds for the 19.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2005 Ford Five Hundred have a bigger gas tank than the Mercury Montego?

No, they match: both top out at 19.0 gallons in 2005.

Has the 2005 Ford Five Hundred had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2005 Ford Five Hundred: 05V515000 (storage · tank assembly · mounting). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

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).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2005 Ford models

Crown Victoria19.0 gallons Econoline Cargo35.0 gallons Econoline Wagon35.0 gallons Escape15.0–16.5 gallons Excursion44.0 gallons Expedition28.0 gallons Explorer22.5 gallons Explorer Sport Trac22.5 gallons F-15026.0–30.0 gallons F-250 Super Duty29.0–38.0 gallons F-350 Super Duty29.0–38.0 gallons Focus14.0 gallons