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1995 Jeep Cherokee Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 10 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 1994 1996 →

Fuel tank capacity

20.2gal · 76 L

The 1995 Jeep Cherokee has a fuel tank capacity of 20.2 gallons (76 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 384–444 highway miles or 303–364 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

20.2 gal · Bigger than 71% of 1995 models we list.

Highway range
384–444 mi
City range
303–364 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
17–19 MPG
EPA size class
Special Purpose Vehicles

1995 Jeep Cherokee fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 10 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Country 4dr SUV 4.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 20Range 303 / 404 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 20.2 gal76 L 15 / 20 303 / 404 mi
Country 4dr SUV 4WD 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 15 / 19Range 303 / 384 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5M 4WD 20.2 gal76 L 15 / 19 303 / 384 mi
SE 2dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 22Range 364 / 444 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M RWD 20.2 gal76 L 18 / 22 364 / 444 mi
SE 2dr SUV 4WD 2.5L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 17 / 20Range 343 / 404 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M 4WD 20.2 gal76 L 17 / 20 343 / 404 mi
SE 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 22Range 364 / 444 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M RWD 20.2 gal76 L 18 / 22 364 / 444 mi
SE 4dr SUV 4WD 2.5L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 17 / 20Range 343 / 404 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M 4WD 20.2 gal76 L 17 / 20 343 / 404 mi
Sport 2dr SUV 4.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 20Range 303 / 404 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 20.2 gal76 L 15 / 20 303 / 404 mi
Sport 2dr SUV 4WD 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 15 / 19Range 303 / 384 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5M 4WD 20.2 gal76 L 15 / 19 303 / 384 mi
Sport 4dr SUV 4.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 20Range 303 / 404 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 20.2 gal76 L 15 / 20 303 / 404 mi
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 15 / 19Range 303 / 384 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5M 4WD 20.2 gal76 L 15 / 19 303 / 384 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 1995 Jeep Cherokee 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 20.2-gallon tank covers about 343 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full20.2404303
3/415.2303227
1/210.1202152
1/45.110176
1/82.55138

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 882 gallons, roughly 44 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
17–19 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
468–523 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1995 Jeep Cherokee

$86.25 to fill the 20.2-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
20.2 galRegular$4.27$86.25$64.69

By region, 20.2-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$81.20
Midwest$4.27$86.25
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$74.74
Rocky Mountain$4.46$90.09
West Coast$5.42$109.48
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$118.98

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

  • 20.2-gallon tank$86.25
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,768

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

Cherokee tank size in other years

The 1995 Cherokee uses the same 20.2 gal tank as every Cherokee since 1993.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2000 Cherokee 20.0 gal 460 mi
1999 Cherokee 20.0 gal 460 mi
1998 Cherokee 20.0 gal 460 mi
1997 Cherokee 20.0 gal 460 mi
1996 Cherokee 20.2 gal 424 mi
1995 Cherokee 20.2 gal 444 mi
1994 Cherokee 20.2 gal 444 mi
1993 Cherokee 20.2 gal 444 mi
1992 Cherokee 20.0 gal 440 mi
1991 Cherokee 20.2 gal 424 mi
1990 Cherokee 20.2 gal 444 mi
Jeep Cherokee fuel tank by model year
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← 1994 Jeep Cherokee Every Cherokee year 1996 Jeep Cherokee →

1995 Jeep Cherokee vs similar 1995 SUVs

The Cherokee has the largest tank of the two 1995 SUVs compared here, 20.2 gallons against 15.8 for the Kia Sportage.

1995 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Cherokee 20.2 gal 444 mi
Kia Sportage 15.8 gal 348 mi

Other 1995 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

1995 Jeep Cherokee fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1995 Jeep Cherokee, out of 6 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsFeb 6, 2008 · NHTSA 08V056000 · U.S. Drive Right · 107 vehicles

U.s. Drive right is recalling 107 my 1994-1998 right hand drive, 4-wheel drive jeep cherokee vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 101, 'controls and displays;' no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment;' no. 111, 'rearview mirror;' no. 114, 'theft protection;' no. 115, 'vehicle identification number;' no. 118, 'power window system;' no. 120, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars;' no. 208, 'occupant crash protection;' and no. 301, 'fuel system integrity.'

Risk and remedy

Risk: These vehicles do not meet the required standards.

Remedy: U.s. Drive right will make all the required modifications. A representative will travel to the customer's location and make the modifications on site. The recall will be performed on a regional basis beginning march 2008. Owners may contact u.s. Drive right at 1-888-632-5936.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1995 Jeep Cherokee?

The 1995 Jeep Cherokee holds 20.2 gallons (76 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1995 Jeep Cherokee gas tank hold?

The 1995 Jeep Cherokee tank holds 76 liters, or 20.2 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 1995 Jeep Cherokee gas tank?

No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 1995 Jeep Cherokee use the same 20.2 gal tank.

How far can a 1995 Jeep Cherokee go on a full tank?

About 384–444 miles on the highway and 303–364 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 Jeep Cherokee go on a quarter tank?

About 101 highway miles or 76 in town from the 20.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.1 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1995 Jeep Cherokee take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1995 Jeep Cherokee?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 20.2-gallon tank from empty costs $86.25. It ranges from $74.74 in the Gulf Coast to $118.98 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1995 Jeep Cherokee?

About 125 pounds for the 20.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1995 Jeep Cherokee have a bigger gas tank than the Kia Sportage?

Yes. The 1995 Jeep Cherokee holds up to 20.2 gallons; the 1995 Kia Sportage holds up to 15.8.

Has the 1995 Jeep Cherokee had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1995 Jeep Cherokee: 08V056000 (delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). 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).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Jeep fuel system recalls).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 1995 Jeep models

Grand Cherokee23.0 gallons Wrangler15.0–20.0 gallons