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2001 Jeep Wrangler Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 3 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2000 2002 →

Fuel tank capacity

19.0gal · 72 L

The 2001 Jeep Wrangler has a fuel tank capacity of 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 323–361 highway miles or 266–323 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.0 gal · Bigger than 54% of 2001 models we list.

Highway range
323–361 mi
City range
266–323 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
15–17 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2001 Jeep Wrangler fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 3 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
SE 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 2.5L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 17 / 19Range 323 / 361 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 17 / 19 323 / 361 mi
Sahara 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 266 / 323 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 14 / 17 266 / 323 mi
Sport 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 4.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 266 / 323 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 14 / 17 266 / 323 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 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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 15 MPG, a full 19.0-gallon tank covers about 285 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.0323266
3/414.3242200
1/29.5162133
1/44.88167
1/82.44033

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 1,000 gallons, roughly 53 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 17.9 MPG in the Wrangler (9 drivers), about 340 miles on a full 19.0-gallon tank.

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
15–17 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
523–592 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2001 Jeep Wrangler

$81.13 to fill the 19.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
19.0 galRegular$4.27$81.13$60.85

By region, 19.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$76.38
Midwest$4.27$81.13
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$70.30
Rocky Mountain$4.46$84.74
West Coast$5.42$102.98
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$111.91

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

  • 19.0-gallon tank$81.13
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,270

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

Wrangler tank size in other years

The 2001 Wrangler uses the same 19.0 gal tank as the 2000 model.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2006 Wrangler 19.0 gal 361 mi
2005 Wrangler 19.0 gal 361 mi
2004 Wrangler 19.0 gal 361 mi
2003 Wrangler 19.0 gal 342 mi
2002 Wrangler 19.0 gal 361 mi
2001 Wrangler 19.0 gal 361 mi
2000 Wrangler 19.0 gal 361 mi
1999 Wrangler 15.0–19.0 gal 342 mi
1998 Wrangler 15.0–19.0 gal 361 mi
1997 Wrangler 15.0–19.0 gal 342 mi
1995 Wrangler 15.0–20.0 gal 340 mi
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2001 Jeep Wrangler vs similar 2001 SUVs

The Wrangler has the largest tank of the three 2001 SUVs compared here, 19.0 gallons against 17.4 for the Chevrolet Tracker.

2001 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Wrangler 19.0 gal 361 mi
Chevrolet Tracker 14.8–17.4 gal 418 mi
Suzuki Vitara 14.8–16.9 gal 389 mi

Other 2001 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2001 Jeep Wrangler fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2001 Jeep Wrangler, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Fuel injection system · InjectorsApr 8, 2002 · NHTSA 02V104000 · Daimlerchrysler Corporation · 1,115,322 vehicles

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location.

Risk and remedy

Risk: This could result in a vehicle fire.

Remedy: Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. Owner notification began may 13, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2001 Jeep Wrangler?

The 2001 Jeep Wrangler holds 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2001 Jeep Wrangler gas tank hold?

The 2001 Jeep Wrangler tank holds 72 liters, or 19.0 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2001 Jeep Wrangler go on a full tank?

About 323–361 miles on the highway and 266–323 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 2001 Jeep Wrangler go on a quarter tank?

About 81 highway miles or 67 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.

How many miles does a 2001 Jeep Wrangler really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 17.9 MPG in the 2001 Jeep Wrangler (9 drivers), which works out to about 340 miles on a full 19.0-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2001 Jeep Wrangler take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 2001 Jeep Wrangler?

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 2001 Jeep Wrangler?

About 118 pounds for the 19.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2001 Jeep Wrangler have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet Tracker?

Yes. The 2001 Jeep Wrangler holds up to 19.0 gallons; the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker holds up to 17.4.

Has the 2001 Jeep Wrangler had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2001 Jeep Wrangler: 02V104000 (fuel injection system · injectors). 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).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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

Other 2001 Jeep models

Cherokee20.0 gallons Grand Cherokee20.5 gallons