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 1997 Nissan Quest 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 18 MPG, a full 20.0-gallon tank covers about 360 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
20.0
440
300
3/4
15.0
330
225
1/2
10.0
220
150
1/4
5.0
110
75
1/8
2.5
55
38
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 833 gallons, roughly 42 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.
NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1997 Nissan Quest, out of 2 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Storage · Tank assemblyDec 15, 2000 · NHTSA 00V419001 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 268,229 vehicles
Vehicle description: minivans. The fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. Cracks have developed in the vent hose. If (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there is subsequently significant heating of the fuel tank, the fuel in the tank can expand into the vent hose and leak fuel.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1997 Nissan Quest?
The 1997 Nissan Quest holds 20.0 gallons (76 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 1997 Nissan Quest gas tank hold?
The 1997 Nissan Quest tank holds 76 liters, or 20.0 gallons in US gallons.
How far can a 1997 Nissan Quest go on a full tank?
About 440 miles on the highway and 300 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 1997 Nissan Quest go on a quarter tank?
About 110 highway miles or 75 in town from the 20.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.0 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 1997 Nissan Quest take?
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 1997 Nissan Quest?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 20.0-gallon tank from empty costs $85.40. It ranges from $74.00 in the Gulf Coast to $117.80 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1997 Nissan Quest?
About 124 pounds for the 20.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Has the 1997 Nissan Quest had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 1997 Nissan Quest: 00V419001 (storage · tank assembly). 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).