2005 GMC Envoy Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

22.0gal · 83 L

The 2005 GMC Envoy has a fuel tank capacity of 22.0 gallons (83 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 374–440 highway miles or 308 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

22.0 gal · Bigger than 64% of 2005 models we list.

Listed separately: 2005 GMC Envoy XL (25.0 gal), 2005 GMC Envoy XUV (25.0 gal).

Highway range
374–440 mi
City range
308 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
15–16 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2005 GMC Envoy 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
Denali 4WD 4dr SUV 5.3L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 308 / 374 mi 5.3L 8cyl 4A 4WD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 17 308 / 374 mi
Denali Rwd 4dr SUV 5.3L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 14 / 19Range 308 / 418 mi 5.3L 8cyl 4A RWD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 19 308 / 418 mi
SLE 4WD 4dr SUV 4.2L 6cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 14 / 19Range 308 / 418 mi 4.2L 6cyl 4A 4WD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 19 308 / 418 mi
SLE Rwd 4dr SUV 4.2L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 14 / 20Range 308 / 440 mi 4.2L 6cyl 4A RWD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 20 308 / 440 mi
SLT 4WD 4dr SUV 4.2L 6cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 14 / 19Range 308 / 418 mi 4.2L 6cyl 4A 4WD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 19 308 / 418 mi
SLT Rwd 4dr SUV 4.2L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 14 / 20Range 308 / 440 mi 4.2L 6cyl 4A RWD 22.0 gal83 L 14 / 20 308 / 440 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 GMC Envoy 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 22.0-gallon tank covers about 352 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full22.0418308
3/416.5314231
1/211.0209154
1/45.510577
1/82.85239

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 938 gallons, roughly 43 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.2 MPG in the Envoy (5 drivers), about 356 miles on a full 22.0-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
15–16 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
555–592 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2005 GMC Envoy

$93.94 to fill the 22.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
22.0 galRegular$4.27$93.94$70.45

By region, 22.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$88.44
Midwest$4.27$93.94
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$81.40
Rocky Mountain$4.46$98.12
West Coast$5.42$119.24
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$129.58

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

  • 22.0-gallon tank$93.94
  • 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.

Envoy tank size in other years

The 2005 Envoy uses the same 22.0 gal tank as every Envoy since 2003.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2009 Envoy 22.0 gal 462 mi
2008 Envoy 22.0 gal 440 mi
2007 Envoy 22.0 gal 440 mi
2006 Envoy 22.0 gal 440 mi
2005 Envoy 22.0 gal 440 mi
2004 Envoy 22.0 gal 418 mi
2003 Envoy 22.0 gal 440 mi
2002 Envoy 18.7 gal 374 mi
2000 Envoy 18.0 gal 324 mi
1999 Envoy 18.0 gal 342 mi
GMC Envoy fuel tank by model year

2005 GMC Envoy vs similar 2005 SUVs

At 22.0 gallons, the Envoy's largest tank ranks fourth of the seven 2005 SUVs compared here. The Mitsubishi Montero carries the most (23.8 gal) and the Nissan Pathfinder the least (21.1 gal).

2005 modelTankLongest highway range
Mitsubishi Montero 23.8 gal 405 mi
Mercury Mountaineer 22.5 gal 428 mi
Ford Explorer 22.5 gal 428 mi
GMC Envoy 22.0 gal 440 mi
Chevrolet Trailblazer 22.0 gal 440 mi
Buick Rainier 22.0 gal 440 mi
Nissan Pathfinder 21.1 gal 443 mi

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

2005 GMC Envoy fuel system recalls

None of the 2 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2005 GMC Envoy involve the fuel system.

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2005 GMC Envoy fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2005 GMC Envoy, 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 2005 GMC Envoy?

The 2005 GMC Envoy holds 22.0 gallons (83 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2005 GMC Envoy gas tank hold?

The 2005 GMC Envoy tank holds 83 liters, or 22.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2005 GMC Envoy gas tank?

No. 4WD and RWD versions of the 2005 GMC Envoy use the same 22.0 gal tank.

How far can a 2005 GMC Envoy go on a full tank?

About 374–440 miles on the highway and 308 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 GMC Envoy go on a quarter tank?

About 105 highway miles or 77 in town from the 22.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.5 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2005 GMC Envoy really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 16.2 MPG in the 2005 GMC Envoy (5 drivers), which works out to about 356 miles on a full 22.0-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2005 GMC Envoy take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2005 GMC Envoy?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 22.0-gallon tank from empty costs $93.94. It ranges from $81.40 in the Gulf Coast to $129.58 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2005 GMC Envoy?

About 136 pounds for the 22.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2005 GMC Envoy have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet Trailblazer?

No, they match: both top out at 22.0 gallons in 2005.

Has the 2005 GMC Envoy had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 2 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2005 GMC Envoy 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 (GMC fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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