1995 Nissan Pathfinder Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

20.4gal · 77 L

The 1995 Nissan Pathfinder has a fuel tank capacity of 20.4 gallons (77 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 347 highway miles or 286 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

20.4 gal · Bigger than 71% of 1995 models we list.

Highway range
347 mi
City range
286 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
15 MPG
EPA size class
Special Purpose Vehicles

1995 Nissan Pathfinder fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 5 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
LE 4dr SUV 3.0L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 14 / 17Range 286 / 347 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A RWD 20.4 gal77 L 14 / 17 286 / 347 mi
LE 4dr SUV 4WD 3.0L 6cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 286 / 347 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A 4WD 20.4 gal77 L 14 / 17 286 / 347 mi
SE 4dr SUV 4WD 3.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 286 / 347 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M 4WD 20.4 gal77 L 14 / 17 286 / 347 mi
XE 4dr SUV 3.0L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 14 / 17Range 286 / 347 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M RWD 20.4 gal77 L 14 / 17 286 / 347 mi
XE 4dr SUV 4WD 3.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 14 / 17Range 286 / 347 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M 4WD 20.4 gal77 L 14 / 17 286 / 347 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 1995 Nissan Pathfinder 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 20.4-gallon tank covers about 306 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full20.4347286
3/415.3260214
1/210.2173143
1/45.18771
1/82.64336

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 1,000 gallons, roughly 49 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 18.9 MPG in the Pathfinder (7 drivers), about 386 miles on a full 20.4-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 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
592 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder

$87.11 to fill the 20.4-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
20.4 galRegular$4.27$87.11$65.33

By region, 20.4-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$82.01
Midwest$4.27$87.11
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$75.48
Rocky Mountain$4.46$90.98
West Coast$5.42$110.57
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$120.16

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

  • 20.4-gallon tank$87.11
  • 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.

Pathfinder tank size in other years

The 1995 Pathfinder uses the same 20.4 gal tank as every Pathfinder since 1993.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2000 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 380 mi
1999 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 380 mi
1998 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 380 mi
1997 Pathfinder 20.8 gal 374 mi
1996 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 401 mi
1995 Pathfinder 20.4 gal 347 mi
1994 Pathfinder 20.4 gal 347 mi
1993 Pathfinder 20.4 gal 347 mi
1992 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 359 mi
1991 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 359 mi
1990 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 359 mi
Nissan Pathfinder fuel tank by model year

1995 Nissan Pathfinder vs similar 1995 SUVs

At 20.4 gallons, the Pathfinder's largest tank ranks third of the four 1995 SUVs compared here. The Jeep Grand Cherokee carries the most (23.0 gal) and the Toyota 4Runner the least (17.2 gal).

1995 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Grand Cherokee 23.0 gal 437 mi
Honda Passport 21.9 gal 438 mi
Nissan Pathfinder 20.4 gal 347 mi
Toyota 4Runner 17.2 gal 344 mi

Other 1995 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

1995 Nissan Pathfinder fuel pump and gauge parts

These are the part numbers the makers list for the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder. Check the fuel system recalls first: recall repairs are free.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 1995 Nissan Pathfinder holds 20.4 gallons (77 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder gas tank hold?

The 1995 Nissan Pathfinder tank holds 77 liters, or 20.4 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder gas tank?

No. 4WD and RWD versions of the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder use the same 20.4 gal tank.

How far can a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder go on a full tank?

About 347 miles on the highway and 286 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 1995 Nissan Pathfinder go on a quarter tank?

About 87 highway miles or 71 in town from the 20.4-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.1 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 18.9 MPG in the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder (7 drivers), which works out to about 386 miles on a full 20.4-gallon tank.

What gas does the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 20.4-gallon tank from empty costs $87.11. It ranges from $75.48 in the Gulf Coast to $120.16 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1995 Nissan Pathfinder?

About 126 pounds for the 20.4-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1995 Nissan Pathfinder have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota 4Runner?

Yes. The 1995 Nissan Pathfinder holds up to 20.4 gallons; the 1995 Toyota 4Runner holds up to 17.2.

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).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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