Fuel tank capacity
26.0gal · 98 L
The 2000 Ford Windstar has a fuel tank capacity of 26.0 gallons (98 liters) on every trim.
A full tank is good for roughly 546 highway miles or 390 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
26.0 gal · Bigger than 84% of 2000 models we list.
Listed separately: 2000 Ford Windstar Cargo (26.0 gal).
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All 5 trims
MPG and range are city / highway.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | MPG city / hwy | Range city / hwy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3dr Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 4A | FWD | 26.0 gal98 L | 15 / 21 | 390 / 546 mi | |
| LX 3dr Minivan 3.0L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi | 3.0L 6cyl 4A | FWD | 26.0 gal98 L | 15 / 21 | 390 / 546 mi | |
| Limited 4dr Minivan 3.8L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi | 3.8L 6cyl 4A | FWD | 26.0 gal98 L | 15 / 21 | 390 / 546 mi | |
| SE 4dr Minivan 3.8L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi | 3.8L 6cyl 4A | FWD | 26.0 gal98 L | 15 / 21 | 390 / 546 mi | |
| SEL 4dr Minivan 3.8L 6cyl 4A · FWD MPG 15 / 21Range 390 / 546 mi | 3.8L 6cyl 4A | FWD | 26.0 gal98 L | 15 / 21 | 390 / 546 mi | |
| No trim matches all of these filters. | ||||||
Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.
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 17 MPG, a full 26.0-gallon tank covers about 442 miles.
| Gauge | Gallons | Highway miles | City miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full | 26.0 | 546 | 390 |
| 3/4 | 19.5 | 410 | 293 |
| 1/2 | 13.0 | 273 | 195 |
| 1/4 | 6.5 | 137 | 98 |
| 1/8 | 3.3 | 68 | 49 |
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 882 gallons, roughly 34 full tanks.
In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.4 MPG in the Windstar (20 drivers), about 426 miles on a full 26.0-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.
$111.02 to fill the 26.0-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.0 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $111.02 | $83.26 |
| Region | Regular / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.02 | $104.52 |
| Midwest | $4.27 | $111.02 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $3.70 | $96.20 |
| Rocky Mountain | $4.46 | $115.96 |
| West Coast | $5.42 | $140.92 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $5.89 | $153.14 |
Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.
Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
The 2000 Windstar uses the same 26.0 gal tank as the 1999 model.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Windstar | 26.0 gal | 572 mi |
| 2002 Windstar | 26.0 gal | 546 mi |
| 2001 Windstar | 26.0 gal | 572 mi |
| 2000 Windstar | 26.0 gal | 546 mi |
| 1999 Windstar | 26.0 gal | 546 mi |
| 1998 Windstar | 20.0 gal | 460 mi |
| 1997 Windstar | 20.0 gal | 460 mi |
| 1996 Windstar | 20.0–25.0 gal | 550 mi |
| 1995 Windstar | 20.0–25.0 gal | 550 mi |
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2000 Ford Windstar, out of 15 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles may have incorrectly fuel line end forms which could result in a lower than specified pull apart force for the installed fuel line connection.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a redundant fuel line clip on the fuel supply and return line connections at the rear of the chassis fuel line bundle.
The 2000 Ford Windstar holds 26.0 gallons (98 liters) on every trim we list.
The 2000 Ford Windstar tank holds 98 liters, or 26.0 gallons in US gallons.
About 546 miles on the highway and 390 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.
About 137 highway miles or 98 in town from the 26.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 6.5 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.4 MPG in the 2000 Ford Windstar (20 drivers), which works out to about 426 miles on a full 26.0-gallon tank.
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 26.0-gallon tank from empty costs $111.02. It ranges from $96.20 in the Gulf Coast to $153.14 in California.
About 161 pounds for the 26.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2000 Ford Windstar: 00V164000 (delivery). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.
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