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2008 Nissan Pathfinder Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 11 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2007 2009 →

Fuel tank capacity

21.1gal · 80 L

The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has a fuel tank capacity of 21.1 gallons (80 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 380–464 highway miles or 253–317 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

21.1 gal · Bigger than 63% of 2008 models we list.

Highway range
380–464 mi
City range
253–317 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA combined
14–17 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2008 Nissan Pathfinder fuel tank capacity by trim

What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table

Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 11 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
LE 4dr SUV 4.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 317 / 464 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5A RWD 21.1 gal80 L 15 / 22 317 / 464 mi
LE 4dr SUV 4WD 4.0L 6cyl 5A · 4WD MPG 14 / 20Range 295 / 422 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5A 4WD 21.1 gal80 L 14 / 20 295 / 422 mi
LE-V8 4dr SUV 5.6L 8cyl 5A · RWD MPG 13 / 18Range 274 / 380 mi 5.6L 8cyl 5A RWD 21.1 gal80 L 13 / 18 274 / 380 mi
LE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD 5.6L 8cyl 5A · 4WD MPG 12 / 18Range 253 / 380 mi 5.6L 8cyl 5A 4WD 21.1 gal80 L 12 / 18 253 / 380 mi
S 4dr SUV 4.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 317 / 464 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5A RWD 21.1 gal80 L 15 / 22 317 / 464 mi
S 4dr SUV 4WD 4.0L 6cyl 5A · 4WD MPG 14 / 20Range 295 / 422 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5A 4WD 21.1 gal80 L 14 / 20 295 / 422 mi
SE 4dr SUV 4.0L 6cyl 5A · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 317 / 464 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5A RWD 21.1 gal80 L 15 / 22 317 / 464 mi
SE 4dr SUV 4WD 4.0L 6cyl 5A · 4WD MPG 14 / 20Range 295 / 422 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5A 4WD 21.1 gal80 L 14 / 20 295 / 422 mi
SE Off-Road 4dr SUV 4WD 4.0L 6cyl 5A · 4WD MPG 14 / 20Range 295 / 422 mi 4.0L 6cyl 5A 4WD 21.1 gal80 L 14 / 20 295 / 422 mi
SE-V8 4dr SUV 5.6L 8cyl 5A · RWD MPG 13 / 18Range 274 / 380 mi 5.6L 8cyl 5A RWD 21.1 gal80 L 13 / 18 274 / 380 mi
SE-V8 4dr SUV 4WD 5.6L 8cyl 5A · 4WD MPG 12 / 18Range 253 / 380 mi 5.6L 8cyl 5A 4WD 21.1 gal80 L 12 / 18 253 / 380 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 2008 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 16 MPG, a full 21.1-gallon tank covers about 338 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full21.1422295
3/415.8317222
1/210.6211148
1/45.310674
1/82.65337

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 938 gallons, roughly 44 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 17.6 MPG in the Pathfinder (7 drivers), about 371 miles on a full 21.1-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
14–17 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
523–635 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

$111.41 to fill the 21.1-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
21.1 galPremium$5.28$111.41$83.56

By region, 21.1-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$104.02
Midwest$5.37$113.31
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$96.43
Rocky Mountain$5.12$108.03
West Coast$6.08$128.29
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$134.20

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

  • 21.1-gallon tank$111.41
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$4,950

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

Pathfinder tank size in other years

The 2008 Pathfinder uses the same 21.1 gal tank as every Pathfinder since 1998.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2013 Pathfinder 19.5 gal 507 mi
2012 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 464 mi
2011 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 464 mi
2010 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 464 mi
2009 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 464 mi
2008 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 464 mi
2007 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 464 mi
2006 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 443 mi
2005 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 443 mi
2004 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 401 mi
2003 Pathfinder 21.1 gal 401 mi
Nissan Pathfinder fuel tank by model year
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2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs similar 2008 SUVs

At 21.1 gallons, the Pathfinder's largest tank ranks fifth of the seven 2008 SUVs compared here. The GMC Envoy carries the most (22.0 gal) and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the least (17.2 gal).

2008 modelTankLongest highway range
GMC Envoy 22.0 gal 440 mi
Chevrolet Trailblazer 22.0 gal 440 mi
Saturn Outlook 22.0 gal 528 mi
Isuzu Ascender 21.7 gal 434 mi
Nissan Pathfinder 21.1 gal 464 mi
Jeep Grand Cherokee 21.1 gal 422 mi
Toyota Highlander Hybrid 17.2 gal 430 mi

Other 2008 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2008 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder, out of 4 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Storage · Auxillary tankMar 3, 2010 · NHTSA 10V075000 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 80,689 vehicles

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2006 and model year 2008 frontier, xterra and pathfinder vehicles. The molded fuel tank shells can deform, causing the fuel sender float arm to contact an embossment molded into the tank shell causing the instrument panel fuel gauge to show that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty.

Risk and remedy

Risk: This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit inside the fuel tank with a new one that has a modified float arm. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder?

The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder holds 21.1 gallons (80 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder gas tank hold?

The 2008 Nissan Pathfinder tank holds 80 liters, or 21.1 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder gas tank?

No. 4WD and RWD versions of the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder use the same 21.1 gal tank.

How far can a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder go on a full tank?

About 380–464 miles on the highway and 253–317 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 2008 Nissan Pathfinder go on a quarter tank?

About 106 highway miles or 74 in town from the 21.1-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 17.6 MPG in the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (7 drivers), which works out to about 371 miles on a full 21.1-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder take?

Premium unleaded (recommended). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 21.1-gallon tank from empty costs $111.41. It ranges from $96.43 in the Gulf Coast to $134.20 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder?

About 131 pounds for the 21.1-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder have a bigger gas tank than the Isuzu Ascender?

No. The 2008 Isuzu Ascender holds up to 21.7 gallons; the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder holds up to 21.1.

Has the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2008 Nissan Pathfinder: 10V075000 (storage · auxillary tank). 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 (Nissan 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 2008 Nissan models

350Z20.0 gallons Altima20.0 gallons Altima Hybrid20.0 gallons Armada28.0 gallons Frontier21.1 gallons Maxima20.0 gallons Quest20.0 gallons Rogue15.9 gallons Sentra14.5 gallons Titan28.0–37.0 gallons Versa13.2 gallons Xterra21.1 gallons