1998 GMC Yukon Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

29.5gal · 112 L

The 1998 GMC Yukon has a fuel tank capacity of 29.5 gallons (112 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 443–472 highway miles or 354 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

29.5 gal · Bigger than 88% of 1998 models we list.

Highway range
443–472 mi
City range
354 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
13–14 MPG
EPA size class
Special Purpose Vehicle

1998 GMC Yukon fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 4 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
SLE 4dr SUV 5.7L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 12 / 16Range 354 / 472 mi 5.7L 8cyl 4A RWD 29.5 gal112 L 12 / 16 354 / 472 mi
SLE 4dr SUV 4WD 5.7L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 12 / 15Range 354 / 443 mi 5.7L 8cyl 4A 4WD 29.5 gal112 L 12 / 15 354 / 443 mi
SLT 4dr SUV 5.7L 8cyl 4A · RWD MPG 12 / 16Range 354 / 472 mi 5.7L 8cyl 4A RWD 29.5 gal112 L 12 / 16 354 / 472 mi
SLT 4dr SUV 4WD 5.7L 8cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 12 / 15Range 354 / 443 mi 5.7L 8cyl 4A 4WD 29.5 gal112 L 12 / 15 354 / 443 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 1998 GMC Yukon 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 14 MPG, a full 29.5-gallon tank covers about 413 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full29.5472354
3/422.1354266
1/214.8236177
1/47.411889
1/83.75944

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 1,071 gallons, roughly 36 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.

EPA combined
13–14 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
635–684 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1998 GMC Yukon

$125.96 to fill the 29.5-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
29.5 galRegular$4.27$125.96$94.47

By region, 29.5-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$118.59
Midwest$4.27$125.96
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$109.15
Rocky Mountain$4.46$131.57
West Coast$5.42$159.89
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$173.75

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

  • 29.5-gallon tank$125.96
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,575

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

Yukon tank size in other years

The tank changed for 1998: 29.5 gal, down from 30.0 gal on the 1997 Yukon.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2003 Yukon 26.0 gal 442 mi
2002 Yukon 26.0 gal 468 mi
2001 Yukon 26.0 gal 468 mi
2000 Yukon 26.0 gal 468 mi
1999 Yukon 29.5 gal 472 mi
1998 Yukon 29.5 gal 472 mi
1997 Yukon 30.0 gal 510 mi
1996 Yukon 30.0 gal 480 mi
1995 Yukon 30.0 gal 450 mi
1994 Yukon 30.0 gal 450 mi
1993 Yukon 30.0 gal 480 mi
GMC Yukon fuel tank by model year

1998 GMC Yukon vs similar 1998 SUVs

The Yukon has the largest tank of the three 1998 SUVs compared here, 29.5 gallons against 25.4 for the Toyota Land Cruiser.

1998 modelTankLongest highway range
GMC Yukon 29.5 gal 472 mi
Toyota Land Cruiser 25.4 gal 381 mi
Dodge Durango 25.0 gal Not rated

Other 1998 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

1998 GMC Yukon fuel system recalls

None of the 2 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1998 GMC Yukon involve the fuel system.

All GMC fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

1998 GMC Yukon fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1998 GMC Yukon, 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 1998 GMC Yukon?

The 1998 GMC Yukon holds 29.5 gallons (112 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1998 GMC Yukon gas tank hold?

The 1998 GMC Yukon tank holds 112 liters, or 29.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 1998 GMC Yukon gas tank?

No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 1998 GMC Yukon use the same 29.5 gal tank.

How far can a 1998 GMC Yukon go on a full tank?

About 443–472 miles on the highway and 354 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 1998 GMC Yukon go on a quarter tank?

About 118 highway miles or 89 in town from the 29.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 7.4 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1998 GMC Yukon take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1998 GMC Yukon?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 29.5-gallon tank from empty costs $125.96. It ranges from $109.15 in the Gulf Coast to $173.75 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1998 GMC Yukon?

About 183 pounds for the 29.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1998 GMC Yukon have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota Land Cruiser?

Yes. The 1998 GMC Yukon holds up to 29.5 gallons; the 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser holds up to 25.4.

Has the 1998 GMC Yukon had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 2 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1998 GMC Yukon 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).

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