2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Fuel tank capacity

24.6gal · 93 L

The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a fuel tank capacity of 24.6 gallons (93 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 418–640 highway miles or 271–467 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

24.6 gal · Bigger than 88% of 2020 models we list.

Highway range
418–640 mi
City range
271–467 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
13–21 MPG
EPA size class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 22 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank Fuel MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Altitude 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
High Altitude 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
High Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
Laredo 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
Laredo 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
Laredo E 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
Laredo E 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
Limited 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
Limited 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
Limited X 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
Limited X 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
North Edition 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
Overland 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
Overland 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
SRT 4dr SUV 4WD 6.4L 8cyl 8A · 4WD · Premium (recommended) MPG 13 / 19Range 320 / 467 mi 6.4L 8cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Premiumrecommended 13 / 19 320 / 467 mi
Summit 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
Summit 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
Trackhawk 4dr SUV 4WD 6.2L 8cyl S/C 8A · 4WD · Premium (recommended) MPG 11 / 17Range 271 / 418 mi 6.2L 8cyl S/C 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Premiumrecommended 11 / 17 271 / 418 mi
Trailhawk 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 mi
Upland 4dr SUV 3.6L 6cyl 8A · RWD · Regular MPG 19 / 26Range 467 / 640 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A RWD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 19 / 26 467 / 640 mi
Upland 4dr SUV 4WD 3.6L 6cyl 8A · 4WD · Regular MPG 18 / 25Range 443 / 615 mi 3.6L 6cyl 8A 4WD 24.6 gal93 L Regular 18 / 25 443 / 615 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 2020 Jeep Grand 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 21 MPG, a full 24.6-gallon tank covers about 517 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full24.6615443
3/418.5461332
1/212.3308221
1/46.2154111
1/83.17755

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 714 gallons, roughly 29 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
13–21 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
414–664 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
1–4 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee

$105.04 to fill the 24.6-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
24.6 galRegular$4.27$105.04$78.78
24.6 galPremium$5.28$129.89$97.42

By region, 24.6-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$98.89
Midwest$4.27$105.04
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$91.02
Rocky Mountain$4.46$109.72
West Coast$5.42$133.33
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$144.89

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

  • 24.6-gallon tank$105.04
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,050

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

Grand Cherokee tank size in other years

The 2020 Grand Cherokee uses the same 24.6 gal tank as every Grand Cherokee since 2011.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2025 Grand Cherokee 23.0 gal 598 mi
2024 Grand Cherokee 23.0 gal 598 mi
2023 Grand Cherokee 23.0 gal 598 mi
2022 Grand Cherokee 23.0 gal 598 mi
2021 Grand Cherokee 24.6 gal 640 mi
2020 Grand Cherokee 24.6 gal 640 mi
2019 Grand Cherokee 24.6 gal 640 mi
2018 Grand Cherokee 24.6 gal 640 mi
2017 Grand Cherokee 24.6 gal 640 mi
2016 Grand Cherokee 24.6 gal 640 mi
2015 Grand Cherokee 24.6 gal 615 mi
Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs similar 2020 SUVs

The Grand Cherokee has the largest tank of the six 2020 SUVs compared here, 24.6 gallons against 23.0 for the Toyota 4Runner.

2020 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Grand Cherokee 24.6 gal 640 mi
Toyota 4Runner 23.0 gal 483 mi
GMC Acadia 19.0–22.0 gal 594 mi
Ford Explorer 17.9–20.2 gal 522 mi
Subaru Ascent 19.3 gal 521 mi
Hyundai Palisade 18.8 gal 489 mi

Other 2020 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Engine and engine coolingJun 8, 2023 · NHTSA 23V411000 · Chrysler (Fca Us, LLC) · 80,629 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Risk and remedy

Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

Delivery · Fuel pumpJun 9, 2022 · NHTSA 22V406000 · Chrysler (Fca Us, LLC) · 138,645 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee holds 24.6 gallons (93 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee gas tank hold?

The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee tank holds 93 liters, or 24.6 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee gas tank?

No. 4WD and RWD versions of the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee use the same 24.6 gal tank.

How far can a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee go on a full tank?

About 418–640 miles on the highway and 271–467 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 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee go on a quarter tank?

About 154 highway miles or 111 in town from the 24.6-gallon tank, which has roughly 6.2 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee take?

Regular unleaded, or Premium unleaded (recommended), depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 24.6-gallon tank from empty costs $105.04. It ranges from $91.02 in the Gulf Coast to $144.89 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

About 153 pounds for the 24.6-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota 4Runner?

Yes. The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee holds up to 24.6 gallons; the 2020 Toyota 4Runner holds up to 23.0.

Has the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 23V411000 (engine and engine cooling); 22V406000 (delivery · fuel pump). 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).

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