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2000 Ford Focus Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 6 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall 2001 →

Fuel tank capacity

13.2gal · 50 L

The 2000 Ford Focus has a fuel tank capacity of 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 383–422 highway miles or 290–317 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

13.2 gal · Smaller than 93% of 2000 models we list.

Highway range
383–422 mi
City range
290–317 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
25–27 MPG
EPA size class
Compact Cars

2000 Ford Focus fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 6 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
LX 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 24 / 32Range 317 / 422 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M FWD 13.2 gal50 L 24 / 32 317 / 422 mi
SE 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 24 / 32Range 317 / 422 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M FWD 13.2 gal50 L 24 / 32 317 / 422 mi
SE 4dr Wagon 2.0L 4cyl 4A · FWD MPG 22 / 29Range 290 / 383 mi 2.0L 4cyl 4A FWD 13.2 gal50 L 22 / 29 290 / 383 mi
Sony Limited 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 22 / 31Range 290 / 409 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M FWD 13.2 gal50 L 22 / 31 290 / 409 mi
ZTS 4dr Sedan 2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 22 / 31Range 290 / 409 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M FWD 13.2 gal50 L 22 / 31 290 / 409 mi
ZX3 2dr Hatchback 2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 22 / 31Range 290 / 409 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M FWD 13.2 gal50 L 22 / 31 290 / 409 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 2000 Ford Focus 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 25 MPG, a full 13.2-gallon tank covers about 330 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full13.2409290
3/49.9307218
1/26.6205145
1/43.310273
1/81.75136

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 600 gallons, roughly 45 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 30.5 MPG in the Focus (9 drivers), about 403 miles on a full 13.2-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
25–27 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
329–355 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2000 Ford Focus

$56.36 to fill the 13.2-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
13.2 galRegular$4.27$56.36$42.27

By region, 13.2-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$53.06
Midwest$4.27$56.36
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$48.84
Rocky Mountain$4.46$58.87
West Coast$5.42$71.54
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$77.75

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

  • 13.2-gallon tank$56.36
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,562

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

Focus tank size in other years

2000 is the first Focus model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2005 Focus 14.0 gal 448 mi
2004 Focus 13.2–14.0 gal 422 mi
2003 Focus 13.2 gal 422 mi
2002 Focus 13.2 gal 422 mi
2001 Focus 13.2 gal 422 mi
2000 Focus 13.2 gal 422 mi
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2000 Ford Focus vs similar 2000 sedans

At 13.2 gallons, the Focus's largest tank ranks second of the seven 2000 sedans compared here. The Hyundai Elantra carries the most (14.5 gal) and the Plymouth Neon the least (12.5 gal).

2000 modelTankLongest highway range
Hyundai Elantra 14.5 gal 435 mi
Ford Focus 13.2 gal 422 mi
Kia Sephia 13.2 gal 343 mi
Nissan Sentra 13.2 gal 422 mi
Mazda Protege 13.2 gal 409 mi
Dodge Neon 12.5 gal 388 mi
Plymouth Neon 12.5 gal 388 mi

Other 2000 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2000 Ford Focus fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2000 Ford Focus, out of 11 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Fuel systemNov 19, 2003 · NHTSA 03V482000 · Ford Motor Company · 671,000 vehicles

On certain passenger vehicles, contamination of the filter in the fuel delivery module (fdm) can reduce, and eventually block, the flow of fuel to the engine.

Risk and remedy

Risk: This may cause engine hesitation, loss of power, surging, and other similar symptoms. Over time, the filter may become sufficiently blocked to cause the engine to stall, which could result in a crash.

Remedy: This action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act. All owners will be notified of the problem, and dealers will replace the fdm with a new design at no charge if the owner reports that the vehicle exhibits any of the identified symptoms. The free replacement will be available for a period of 10 years following the original purchase of the vehicle, with no mileage limit. Owner notification is expected to begin during november 2003. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2000 Ford Focus?

The 2000 Ford Focus holds 13.2 gallons (50 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2000 Ford Focus gas tank hold?

The 2000 Ford Focus tank holds 50 liters, or 13.2 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2000 Ford Focus go on a full tank?

About 383–422 miles on the highway and 290–317 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 2000 Ford Focus go on a quarter tank?

About 102 highway miles or 73 in town from the 13.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2000 Ford Focus really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 30.5 MPG in the 2000 Ford Focus (9 drivers), which works out to about 403 miles on a full 13.2-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2000 Ford Focus take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2000 Ford Focus?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 13.2-gallon tank from empty costs $56.36. It ranges from $48.84 in the Gulf Coast to $77.75 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2000 Ford Focus?

About 82 pounds for the 13.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2000 Ford Focus have a bigger gas tank than the Dodge Neon?

Yes. The 2000 Ford Focus holds up to 13.2 gallons; the 2000 Dodge Neon holds up to 12.5.

Has the 2000 Ford Focus had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2000 Ford Focus: 03V482000 (fuel system). 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 2000 Ford models

Contour15.0 gallons Contour SVT14.5 gallons Crown Victoria19.0 gallons Econoline Cargo35.0 gallons Econoline Wagon35.0 gallons Escort12.7–12.8 gallons Excursion44.0 gallons Expedition26.0–30.0 gallons Explorer17.5–21.0 gallons F-15024.5–30.0 gallons F-150 SVT Lightning24.5 gallons F-250 Super Duty29.0–38.0 gallons