2019 Jeep Cherokee Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

15.8gal · 60 L

The 2019 Jeep Cherokee has a fuel tank capacity of 15.8 gallons (60 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 379–490 highway miles or 284–348 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.8 gal · Smaller than 69% of 2019 models we list.

Highway range
379–490 mi
City range
284–348 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
21–25 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2019 Jeep Cherokee fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 15 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Altitude 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 9A · FWD MPG 22 / 31Range 348 / 490 mi 2.4L 4cyl 9A FWD 15.8 gal60 L 22 / 31 348 / 490 mi
Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD 2.4L 4cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 21 / 29Range 332 / 458 mi 2.4L 4cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 21 / 29 332 / 458 mi
High Altitude 4dr SUV 3.2L 6cyl 9A · FWD MPG 20 / 29Range 316 / 458 mi 3.2L 6cyl 9A FWD 15.8 gal60 L 20 / 29 316 / 458 mi
High Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD 3.2L 6cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 19 / 27Range 300 / 427 mi 3.2L 6cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 19 / 27 300 / 427 mi
Latitude 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 9A · FWD MPG 22 / 31Range 348 / 490 mi 2.4L 4cyl 9A FWD 15.8 gal60 L 22 / 31 348 / 490 mi
Latitude 4dr SUV 4WD 2.4L 4cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 21 / 29Range 332 / 458 mi 2.4L 4cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 21 / 29 332 / 458 mi
Latitude Plus 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 9A · FWD MPG 22 / 31Range 348 / 490 mi 2.4L 4cyl 9A FWD 15.8 gal60 L 22 / 31 348 / 490 mi
Latitude Plus 4dr SUV 4WD 2.4L 4cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 21 / 29Range 332 / 458 mi 2.4L 4cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 21 / 29 332 / 458 mi
Limited 4dr SUV 2.4L 4cyl 9A · FWD MPG 22 / 31Range 348 / 490 mi 2.4L 4cyl 9A FWD 15.8 gal60 L 22 / 31 348 / 490 mi
Limited 4dr SUV 4WD 3.2L 6cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 19 / 27Range 300 / 427 mi 3.2L 6cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 19 / 27 300 / 427 mi
Overland 4dr SUV 3.2L 6cyl 9A · FWD MPG 20 / 29Range 316 / 458 mi 3.2L 6cyl 9A FWD 15.8 gal60 L 20 / 29 316 / 458 mi
Overland 4dr SUV 4WD 3.2L 6cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 19 / 27Range 300 / 427 mi 3.2L 6cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 19 / 27 300 / 427 mi
Trailhawk 4dr SUV 4WD 3.2L 6cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 18 / 24Range 284 / 379 mi 3.2L 6cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 18 / 24 284 / 379 mi
Trailhawk Elite 4dr SUV 4WD 3.2L 6cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 18 / 24Range 284 / 379 mi 3.2L 6cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 18 / 24 284 / 379 mi
Upland 4dr SUV 4WD 3.2L 6cyl 9A · 4WD MPG 19 / 27Range 300 / 427 mi 3.2L 6cyl 9A 4WD 15.8 gal60 L 19 / 27 300 / 427 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 2019 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 25 MPG, a full 15.8-gallon tank covers about 395 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.8490348
3/411.9367261
1/27.9245174
1/44.012287
1/82.06143

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 600 gallons, roughly 38 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
21–25 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
352–432 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
4–5 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2019 Jeep Cherokee

$67.47 to fill the 15.8-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.8 galRegular$4.27$67.47$50.60

By region, 15.8-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$63.52
Midwest$4.27$67.47
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$58.46
Rocky Mountain$4.46$70.47
West Coast$5.42$85.64
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$93.06

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

  • 15.8-gallon tank$67.47
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,562

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 2019 Cherokee uses the same 15.8 gal tank as every Cherokee since 2014.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2026 Cherokee 13.7 gal 480 mi
2023 Cherokee 15.8 gal 458 mi
2022 Cherokee 15.8 gal 490 mi
2021 Cherokee 15.8 gal 490 mi
2020 Cherokee 15.8 gal 490 mi
2019 Cherokee 15.8 gal 490 mi
2018 Cherokee 15.8 gal 474 mi
2017 Cherokee 15.8 gal 474 mi
2016 Cherokee 15.8 gal 490 mi
2015 Cherokee 15.8 gal 490 mi
2014 Cherokee 15.8 gal 490 mi
Jeep Cherokee fuel tank by model year

2019 Jeep Cherokee vs similar 2019 SUVs

At 15.8 gallons, the Cherokee's largest tank ranks fifth of the seven 2019 SUVs compared here. The Kia Sorento carries the most (18.8 gal) and the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV the least (11.3 gal).

2019 modelTankLongest highway range
Kia Sorento 18.8 gal 545 mi
Ford Edge 18.5 gal 537 mi
Buick Envision 17.3 gal 502 mi
Volkswagen Tiguan 15.3–15.9 gal 461 mi
Jeep Cherokee 15.8 gal 490 mi
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 14.5 gal 537 mi
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 11.3 gal 294 mi

Other 2019 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2019 Jeep Cherokee fuel system recalls

None of the 11 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee involve the fuel system.

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2019 Jeep Cherokee fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee, 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 2019 Jeep Cherokee?

The 2019 Jeep Cherokee holds 15.8 gallons (60 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2019 Jeep Cherokee gas tank hold?

The 2019 Jeep Cherokee tank holds 60 liters, or 15.8 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2019 Jeep Cherokee gas tank?

No. 4WD and FWD versions of the 2019 Jeep Cherokee use the same 15.8 gal tank.

How far can a 2019 Jeep Cherokee go on a full tank?

About 379–490 miles on the highway and 284–348 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 2019 Jeep Cherokee go on a quarter tank?

About 122 highway miles or 87 in town from the 15.8-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2019 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 2019 Jeep Cherokee?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.8-gallon tank from empty costs $67.47. It ranges from $58.46 in the Gulf Coast to $93.06 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2019 Jeep Cherokee?

About 98 pounds for the 15.8-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2019 Jeep Cherokee have a bigger gas tank than the Buick Envision?

No. The 2019 Buick Envision holds up to 17.3 gallons; the 2019 Jeep Cherokee holds up to 15.8.

Has the 2019 Jeep Cherokee had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 11 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee 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 (Jeep fuel system recalls).

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