The 1995 GMC Jimmy has a fuel tank capacity of 19.0 to 20.0 gallons (72–76 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 19.0 gallons, used on 8 trims.
A full tank is good for roughly 361–440 highway miles or 285–300 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
020 gal40 gal
20.0 gal · Bigger than 59% of 1995 models we list.
SLS 2dr SUV 4WD4.3L 6cyl 5M · 4WDMPG 15 / 19Range 300 / 380 mi
4.3L 6cyl 5M
4WD
20.0 gal76 L
15 / 19
300 / 380 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.
How far a 1995 GMC Jimmy 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 17 MPG, a full 19.0-gallon tank covers about 323 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
19.0
380
285
3/4
14.3
285
214
1/2
9.5
190
143
1/4
4.8
95
71
1/8
2.4
48
36
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 882 gallons, roughly 46 full tanks.
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.
At 20.0 gallons, the Jimmy's largest tank ranks fifth of the seven 1995 SUVs compared here. The Mitsubishi Montero carries the most (24.3 gal) and the Toyota 4Runner the least (17.2 gal).
Other 1995 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.
1995 GMC Jimmy fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1995 GMC Jimmy, out of 6 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Storage · Tank assemblyNov 14, 1996 · NHTSA 96V234000 · General Motors Corp. · 432,183 vehicles
Vehicle description: 4-door, 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive multi-purpose passenger vehicles. During development testing, the prop shaft contacted the inboard side of the fuel tank allowing fuel leakage. This leakage was in excess of the amount permitted by FMVSS 301, "fuel system integrity."
Risk and remedy
Risk: If an ignition source is present, and there is a fuel leak, a fire could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will install additional shielding of the fuel tank. This will be added without removing or disassembling the fuel system.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1995 GMC Jimmy?
The 1995 GMC Jimmy holds between 19.0 and 20.0 gallons, depending on the trim. 19.0 gallons is the usual size; the 20.0-gallon tank comes on the 2dr SUV (4.3L 6cyl 5M).
How many gallons and liters does the 1995 GMC Jimmy gas tank hold?
The 1995 GMC Jimmy tank holds 72–76 liters, or 19.0–20.0 gallons in US gallons.
Which 1995 GMC Jimmy has the biggest gas tank?
The 20.0-gallon tank is on the 2dr SUV, 2dr SUV 4WD, SL 2dr SUV and 3 other trims. The smallest tank, 19.0 gallons, is on the 4dr SUV.
Does 4WD change the 1995 GMC Jimmy gas tank?
No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 1995 GMC Jimmy use the same 19.0–20.0 gal tank.
How far can a 1995 GMC Jimmy go on a full tank?
About 361–440 miles on the highway and 285–300 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 1995 GMC Jimmy go on a quarter tank?
About 95 highway miles or 71 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.
What gas does the 1995 GMC Jimmy take?
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 1995 GMC Jimmy?
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 1995 GMC Jimmy?
About 124 pounds for the 20.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 1995 GMC Jimmy have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet Blazer?
No, they match: both top out at 20.0 gallons in 1995.
Has the 1995 GMC Jimmy had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1995 GMC Jimmy: 96V234000 (storage · tank assembly). 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).