1993 Mazda MPV Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Van 2 trims listed ← 1992 1994 →

Fuel tank capacity

15.9–19.6gal · 60–74 L

The 1993 Mazda MPV has a fuel tank capacity of 15.9 to 19.6 gallons (60–74 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 19.6 gallons, used on 1 trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 333–350 highway miles or 254–274 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.6 gal · Bigger than 57% of 1993 models we list.

Highway range
333–350 mi
City range
254–274 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
15–18 MPG
EPA size class
Special Purpose Vehicles

1993 Mazda MPV fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
Engine

All 2 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
3dr Minivan 2.6L 4cyl 4A · RWD MPG 16 / 22Range 254 / 350 mi 2.6L 4cyl 4A RWD 15.9 gal60 L 16 / 22 254 / 350 mi
3dr Minivan 4WD 3.0L 6cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 274 / 333 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A 4WD 19.6 gal74 L 14 / 17 274 / 333 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 1993 Mazda MPV 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 19.6-gallon tank covers about 294 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.6333274
3/414.7250206
1/29.8167137
1/44.98369
1/82.54234

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 1,000 gallons, roughly 51 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
15–18 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
494–592 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1993 Mazda MPV

$83.69 to fill the 19.6-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.9 galRegular$4.27$67.89$50.92
19.6 galRegular$4.27$83.69$62.77

By region, 19.6-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$78.79
Midwest$4.27$83.69
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$72.52
Rocky Mountain$4.46$87.42
West Coast$5.42$106.23
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$115.44

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

  • 15.9-gallon tank$67.89
  • 19.6-gallon tank$83.69
  • 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.

MPV tank size in other years

The tank changed for 1993: 15.9–19.6 gal, down from 15.9–19.8 gal on the 1992 MPV.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
1998 MPV 19.6–19.8 gal 392 mi
1997 MPV 19.6–19.8 gal 392 mi
1996 MPV 19.6–19.8 gal 392 mi
1995 MPV 19.6–19.8 gal 396 mi
1994 MPV 15.9–19.8 gal 350 mi
1993 MPV 15.9–19.6 gal 350 mi
1992 MPV 15.9–19.8 gal 350 mi
1991 MPV 15.9–19.8 gal 366 mi
1990 MPV 15.9–19.8 gal 431 mi
Mazda MPV fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

1993 Mazda MPV vs similar 1993 minivans

The MPV has the smallest tank of the three 1993 minivans compared here: 19.6 gallons, against 27.0 for the Chevrolet Astro.

1993 modelTankLongest highway range
Chevrolet Astro 27.0 gal 540 mi
Ford Aerostar 21.0 gal 483 mi
Mazda MPV 15.9–19.6 gal 350 mi

Other 1993 minivans of a similar size, one model per brand.

1993 Mazda MPV fuel system recalls

None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 1993 Mazda MPV involve the fuel system.

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1993 Mazda MPV fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1993 Mazda MPV, 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 1993 Mazda MPV?

The 1993 Mazda MPV holds between 15.9 and 19.6 gallons, depending on the trim. 19.6 gallons is the usual size; the smaller 15.9-gallon tank is on the 3dr Minivan.

How many gallons and liters does the 1993 Mazda MPV gas tank hold?

The 1993 Mazda MPV tank holds 60–74 liters, or 15.9–19.6 gallons in US gallons.

Which 1993 Mazda MPV has the biggest gas tank?

The 19.6-gallon tank is on the 3dr Minivan 4WD. The smallest tank, 15.9 gallons, is on the 3dr Minivan.

Does 4WD change the 1993 Mazda MPV gas tank?

Yes. RWD: 15.9 gal; 4WD: 19.6 gal.

How far can a 1993 Mazda MPV go on a full tank?

About 333–350 miles on the highway and 254–274 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 1993 Mazda MPV go on a quarter tank?

About 83 highway miles or 69 in town from the 19.6-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.9 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1993 Mazda MPV take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1993 Mazda MPV?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.6-gallon tank from empty costs $83.69. It ranges from $72.52 in the Gulf Coast to $115.44 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1993 Mazda MPV?

About 122 pounds for the 19.6-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1993 Mazda MPV have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet Astro?

No. The 1993 Chevrolet Astro holds up to 27.0 gallons; the 1993 Mazda MPV holds up to 19.6.

Has the 1993 Mazda MPV had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 1993 Mazda MPV 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 (Mazda fuel system recalls).

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