2004 Ford Ranger Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity
Fuel tank capacity
17.0–20.0gal · 64–76 L
The 2004 Ford Ranger has a fuel tank capacity of 17.0 to 20.0 gallons (64–76 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 19.5 gallons, used on 16 trims.
A full tank is good for roughly 323–459 highway miles or 255–357 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
20.0 gal · Bigger than 58% of 2004 models we list.
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2004 Ford Ranger fuel tank capacity by trim
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All 24 trims
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Regular Cab Edge 4WD Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 15 / 19Range 255 / 323 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5M | 4WD | 17.0 gal64 L | 15 / 19 | 255 / 323 mi | |
| 2dr Regular Cab Edge Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 272 / 357 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5M | RWD | 17.0 gal64 L | 16 / 21 | 272 / 357 mi | |
| 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB 2.3L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 21 / 27Range 357 / 459 mi | 2.3L 4cyl 5M | RWD | 17.0 gal64 L | 21 / 27 | 357 / 459 mi | |
| 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 272 / 357 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5M | RWD | 17.0 gal64 L | 16 / 21 | 272 / 357 mi | |
| 2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside SB 2.3L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 21 / 27Range 357 / 459 mi | 2.3L 4cyl 5M | RWD | 17.0 gal64 L | 21 / 27 | 357 / 459 mi | |
| 2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 272 / 357 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5M | RWD | 17.0 gal64 L | 16 / 21 | 272 / 357 mi | |
| 2dr SuperCab Edge Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 312 / 410 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5M | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 16 / 21 | 312 / 410 mi | |
| 2dr SuperCab Edge Rwd Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 21Range 293 / 410 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5M | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 15 / 21 | 293 / 410 mi | |
| 2dr SuperCab Tremor Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 312 / 410 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5A | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 16 / 21 | 312 / 410 mi | |
| 2dr SuperCab XL Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 312 / 410 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5M | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 16 / 21 | 312 / 410 mi | |
| 2dr SuperCab XLT 4WD Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 273 / 332 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5M | 4WD | 19.5 gal74 L | 14 / 17 | 273 / 332 mi | |
| 2dr SuperCab XLT Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 312 / 410 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5M | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 16 / 21 | 312 / 410 mi | |
| 2dr SuperCab XLT Value 4WD Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 273 / 332 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5M | 4WD | 19.5 gal74 L | 14 / 17 | 273 / 332 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab Edge 4WD Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 273 / 332 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5M | 4WD | 19.5 gal74 L | 14 / 17 | 273 / 332 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab Edge Deluxe Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 312 / 410 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5A | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 16 / 21 | 312 / 410 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab Tremor 4WD Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5A · 4WD MPG 14 / 18Range 273 / 351 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5A | 4WD | 19.5 gal74 L | 14 / 18 | 273 / 351 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab Tremor Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 312 / 410 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5A | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 16 / 21 | 312 / 410 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab XLT 4WD Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 273 / 332 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5M | 4WD | 19.5 gal74 L | 14 / 17 | 273 / 332 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab XLT Appearance Rwd Styleside SB 3.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 312 / 410 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5A | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 16 / 21 | 312 / 410 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab XLT Appearance Rwd Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 15 / 20Range 293 / 390 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5A | RWD | 19.5 gal74 L | 15 / 20 | 293 / 390 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab XLT FX4 Level II 4WD Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 273 / 332 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5M | 4WD | 19.5 gal74 L | 14 / 17 | 273 / 332 mi | |
| 4dr SuperCab XLT FX4 Off-Road 4WD Styleside SB 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 273 / 332 mi | 4.0L 6cyl 5M | 4WD | 19.5 gal74 L | 14 / 17 | 273 / 332 mi | |
| 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside LB 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 320 / 420 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5M | RWD | 20.0 gal76 L | 16 / 21 | 320 / 420 mi | |
| 2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside LB 3.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 16 / 21Range 320 / 420 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 5A | RWD | 20.0 gal76 L | 16 / 21 | 320 / 420 mi | |
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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 Ranger 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 18 MPG, a full 19.5-gallon tank covers about 351 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 19.5 | 410 | 312 |
| 3/4 | 14.6 | 307 | 234 |
| 1/2 | 9.8 | 205 | 156 |
| 1/4 | 4.9 | 102 | 78 |
| 1/8 | 2.4 | 51 | 39 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 833 gallons, roughly 43 full tanks.
In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 20.7 MPG in the Ranger (23 drivers), about 404 miles on a full 19.5-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
- 15–23 MPG
- Tailpipe CO2
- 386–592 g/mi
- Source
- EPA ratings
What it costs to fill up a 2004 Ford Ranger
$83.26 to fill the 19.5-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17.0 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $72.59 | $54.44 |
| 19.5 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $83.26 | $62.45 |
| 20.0 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $85.40 | $64.05 |
By region, 19.5-gallon tank
| Region | Regular / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.02 | $78.39 |
| Midwest | $4.27 | $83.26 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $3.70 | $72.15 |
| Rocky Mountain | $4.46 | $86.97 |
| West Coast | $5.42 | $105.69 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $5.89 | $114.85 |
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
- 17.0-gallon tank$72.59
- 19.5-gallon tank$83.26
- 20.0-gallon tank$85.40
- A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,558
Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
Ranger tank size in other years
The tank changed for 2004: 17.0–20.0 gal, up from 16.5–20.0 gal on the 2003 Ranger.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Ranger | 17.0–20.0 gal | 520 mi |
| 2008 Ranger | 17.0–20.0 gal | 520 mi |
| 2007 Ranger | 17.0–20.0 gal | 520 mi |
| 2006 Ranger | 17.0–20.0 gal | 540 mi |
| 2005 Ranger | 17.0–20.0 gal | 540 mi |
| 2004 Ranger | 17.0–20.0 gal | 459 mi |
| 2003 Ranger | 16.5–20.0 gal | 520 mi |
| 2002 Ranger | 16.5–20.0 gal | 500 mi |
| 2001 Ranger | 16.5–20.0 gal | 507 mi |
| 2000 Ranger | 16.5–20.0 gal | 480 mi |
| 1999 Ranger | 16.5–19.5 gal | 468 mi |
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2004 Ford Ranger vs similar 2004 pickups
The Ranger has the largest tank of the five 2004 pickups compared here, 20.0 gallons against 19.5 for the Mazda B-Series Truck.
| 2004 model | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Ranger | 17.0–20.0 gal | 459 mi |
| Mazda B-Series Truck | 16.5–19.5 gal | 527 mi |
| Chevrolet Colorado | 19.0 gal | 456 mi |
| GMC Canyon | 19.0 gal | 456 mi |
| Toyota Tacoma | 15.8–18.5 gal | 395 mi |
Other 2004 pickups of a similar size, one model per brand.
2004 Ford Ranger fuel system recalls
None of the 10 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2004 Ford Ranger involve the fuel system.
2004 Ford Ranger fuel pump and gauge parts
NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2004 Ford Ranger, so a failed pump or gauge is a normal repair. These are the part numbers the makers list for it.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2004 Ford Ranger?
The 2004 Ford Ranger holds between 17.0 and 20.0 gallons, depending on the trim. 19.5 gallons is the usual size; the 20.0-gallon tank comes on the 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside LB (3.0L 6cyl 5M).
How many gallons and liters does the 2004 Ford Ranger gas tank hold?
The 2004 Ford Ranger tank holds 64–76 liters, or 17.0–20.0 gallons in US gallons.
Which 2004 Ford Ranger has the biggest gas tank?
The 20.0-gallon tank is on the 2dr Regular Cab XL Rwd Styleside LB, 2dr Regular Cab XLT Rwd Styleside LB. The smallest tank, 17.0 gallons, is on the 2dr Regular Cab Edge 4WD Styleside SB.
Does 4WD change the 2004 Ford Ranger gas tank?
Yes. RWD: 17.0–20.0 gal; 4WD: 17.0–19.5 gal.
How far can a 2004 Ford Ranger go on a full tank?
About 323–459 miles on the highway and 255–357 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 Ranger go on a quarter tank?
About 102 highway miles or 78 in town from the 19.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.9 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
How many miles does a 2004 Ford Ranger really get on a tank?
Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 20.7 MPG in the 2004 Ford Ranger (23 drivers), which works out to about 404 miles on a full 19.5-gallon tank.
What gas does the 2004 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.5-gallon tank from empty costs $83.26. It ranges from $72.15 in the Gulf Coast to $114.85 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2004 Ford Ranger?
About 124 pounds for the 20.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2004 Ford Ranger have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota Tacoma?
Yes. The 2004 Ford Ranger holds up to 20.0 gallons; the 2004 Toyota Tacoma holds up to 18.5.
Has the 2004 Ford Ranger had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
No. None of the 10 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2004 Ford Ranger involve the fuel system.
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).
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