2005 Jeep Wrangler Gas Tank Size and Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

19.0gal · 72 L

The 2005 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 247–304 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.0 gal · Smaller than 53% of 2005 models we list.

Highway range
323–361 mi
City range
247–304 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
15–17 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2005 Jeep Wrangler fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 6 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Rubicon 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 4.0L 6cyl 6M · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 247 / 323 mi 4.0L 6cyl 6M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 13 / 17 247 / 323 mi
SE 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 2.4L 4cyl 6M · 4WD MPG 16 / 19Range 304 / 361 mi 2.4L 4cyl 6M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 16 / 19 304 / 361 mi
Sport 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 4.0L 6cyl 6M · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 247 / 323 mi 4.0L 6cyl 6M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 13 / 17 247 / 323 mi
Unlimited 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 4.0L 6cyl 6M · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 247 / 323 mi 4.0L 6cyl 6M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 13 / 17 247 / 323 mi
Unlimited Rubicon 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 4.0L 6cyl 6M · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 247 / 323 mi 4.0L 6cyl 6M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 13 / 17 247 / 323 mi
X 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV 4.0L 6cyl 6M · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 247 / 323 mi 4.0L 6cyl 6M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 13 / 17 247 / 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 2005 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
Full19.0323247
3/414.3242185
1/29.5162124
1/44.88162
1/82.44031

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 14.1 MPG in the Wrangler (12 drivers), about 268 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 2005 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 2005 Wrangler uses the same 19.0 gal tank as every Wrangler since 2000.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2010 Wrangler 18.6–22.5 gal 432 mi
2009 Wrangler 18.6–21.6 gal 410 mi
2008 Wrangler 18.6–21.6 gal 454 mi
2007 Wrangler 18.6–21.6 gal 454 mi
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
Jeep Wrangler fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

2005 Jeep Wrangler fuel system recalls

None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler involve the fuel system.

Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ Look up your tank by VIN

2005 Jeep Wrangler fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler, 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 2005 Jeep Wrangler?

The 2005 Jeep Wrangler holds 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2005 Jeep Wrangler gas tank hold?

The 2005 Jeep Wrangler tank holds 72 liters, or 19.0 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2005 Jeep Wrangler go on a full tank?

About 323–361 miles on the highway and 247–304 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 2005 Jeep Wrangler go on a quarter tank?

About 81 highway miles or 62 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 2005 Jeep Wrangler really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 14.1 MPG in the 2005 Jeep Wrangler (12 drivers), which works out to about 268 miles on a full 19.0-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2005 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 2005 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 2005 Jeep Wrangler?

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

Has the 2005 Jeep Wrangler had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler involve the fuel system.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, cross-checked against a second spec database. 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.
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database.
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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