The 2021 Jeep Wrangler has a fuel tank capacity of 17.5 to 21.5 gallons (66–81 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 21.5 gallons, used on 14 trims.
A full tank is good for roughly 366–516 highway miles or 280–452 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
020 gal40 gal
21.5 gal · Bigger than 72% of 2021 models we list.
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Engine
All 22 trims
MPG and range are city / highway.
Trim
Engine
Drive
Tank
Fuel
MPG city / hwy
Range city / hwy
80th Anniversary Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (built to 09/21)2.0L 4cyl 8A · 4WD · Premium (recommended)MPG 22 / 24Range 385 / 420 mi
2.0L 4cyl 8A
4WD
17.5 gal66 L
Premiumrecommended
22 / 24
385 / 420 mi
Freedom 2dr SUV 4WD (built to 09/21)3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 25Range 298 / 438 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
17.5 gal66 L
Regular
17 / 25
298 / 438 mi
Islander 2dr SUV 4WD (built to 09/21)3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 25Range 298 / 438 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
17.5 gal66 L
Regular
17 / 25
298 / 438 mi
Rubicon 2dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 25Range 298 / 438 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
17.5 gal66 L
Regular
17 / 25
298 / 438 mi
Sport 2dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 25Range 298 / 438 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
17.5 gal66 L
Regular
17 / 25
298 / 438 mi
Sport S 2dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 25Range 298 / 438 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
17.5 gal66 L
Regular
17 / 25
298 / 438 mi
Willys 2dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 25Range 298 / 438 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
17.5 gal66 L
Regular
17 / 25
298 / 438 mi
Willys Sport 2dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 25Range 298 / 438 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
17.5 gal66 L
Regular
17 / 25
298 / 438 mi
Unlimited 80th Anniversary Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (built to 05/21)2.0L 4cyl 8A · 4WD · Premium (recommended)MPG 21 / 24Range 452 / 516 mi
2.0L 4cyl 8A
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Premiumrecommended
21 / 24
452 / 516 mi
Unlimited Freedom 4dr SUV 4WD (built to 09/21)3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited High Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · 4WD · Premium (recommended)MPG 21 / 24Range 452 / 516 mi
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Premiumrecommended
21 / 24
452 / 516 mi
Unlimited Islander 4dr SUV 4WD (built to 09/21)3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited Rubicon 392 4dr SUV 4WD6.4L 8cyl 8A · 4WD · Premium (required)MPG 13 / 17Range 280 / 366 mi
6.4L 8cyl 8A
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Premiumrequired
13 / 17
280 / 366 mi
Unlimited Rubicon 4dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited Sahara 4dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited Sahara Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited Sport 4dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited Sport Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited Sport RHD 4dr SUV 4WD2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · 4WD · Premium (recommended)MPG 21 / 24Range 452 / 516 mi
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Premiumrecommended
21 / 24
452 / 516 mi
Unlimited Sport S 4dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited Willys 4dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
Unlimited Willys Sport 4dr SUV 4WD3.6L 6cyl 6M · 4WD · RegularMPG 17 / 23Range 366 / 495 mi
3.6L 6cyl 6M
4WD
21.5 gal81 L
Regular
17 / 23
366 / 495 mi
No trim matches all of these filters.
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 2021 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 19 MPG, a full 21.5-gallon tank covers about 409 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
21.5
495
366
3/4
16.1
371
274
1/2
10.8
247
183
1/4
5.4
124
91
1/8
2.7
62
46
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 789 gallons, roughly 37 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.
Picked by body style and size: other 2021 SUVs within about 5% of the Wrangler's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.
2021 Jeep Wrangler fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 3 fuel-system recalls for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler, out of 15 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.
Structure · Frame and membersMar 23, 2023 · NHTSA 23V191000 · Chrysler (Fca Us, LLC) · 35,829 vehicles
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. A stud on the frame assembly may puncture the fuel tank in a crash, which can result in a fuel leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove the frame stud and apply paint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 28A.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2021 Jeep Wrangler?
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler holds between 17.5 and 21.5 gallons, depending on the trim. 21.5 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 17.5-gallon tank is on the 80th Anniversary Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (built to 09/21).
How many gallons and liters does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler gas tank hold?
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler tank holds 66–81 liters, or 17.5–21.5 gallons in US gallons.
Which 2021 Jeep Wrangler has the biggest gas tank?
The 21.5-gallon tank is on the Unlimited 80th Anniversary Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (built to 05/21), Unlimited Freedom 4dr SUV 4WD (built to 09/21), Unlimited High Altitude 4dr SUV 4WD and 11 other trims. The smallest tank, 17.5 gallons, is on the 80th Anniversary Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (built to 09/21).
How far can a 2021 Jeep Wrangler go on a full tank?
About 366–516 miles on the highway and 280–452 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 2021 Jeep Wrangler go on a quarter tank?
About 124 highway miles or 91 in town from the 21.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.4 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler take?
Regular unleaded, or Premium unleaded (recommended), or Premium unleaded (required), depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2021 Jeep Wrangler?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 21.5-gallon tank from empty costs $91.80. It ranges from $79.55 in the Gulf Coast to $126.63 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2021 Jeep Wrangler?
About 133 pounds for the 21.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler have a bigger gas tank than the Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid?
Yes. The 2021 Jeep Wrangler holds up to 21.5 gallons; the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid holds up to 17.7.
Has the 2021 Jeep Wrangler had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 fuel-system recalls for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler: 23V263000 (delivery · fuel pump); 23V191000 (structure · frame and members); 22V767000 (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, cross-checked against a second spec database. Updated October 2026.
MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.