1994 Toyota 4Runner Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

17.2gal · 65 L

The 1994 Toyota 4Runner has a fuel tank capacity of 17.2 gallons (65 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 292–344 highway miles or 224–292 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

17.2 gal · Smaller than 64% of 1994 models we list.

Highway range
292–344 mi
City range
224–292 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
14–18 MPG
EPA size class
Special Purpose Vehicles

1994 Toyota 4Runner fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 3 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
SR5 4dr SUV 4WD 2.4L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 17 / 20Range 292 / 344 mi 2.4L 4cyl 5M 4WD 17.2 gal65 L 17 / 20 292 / 344 mi
SR5 V6 4dr SUV 3.0L 6cyl 4A · RWD MPG 15 / 19Range 258 / 327 mi 3.0L 6cyl 4A RWD 17.2 gal65 L 15 / 19 258 / 327 mi
SR5 V6 4dr SUV 4WD 3.0L 6cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 13 / 17Range 224 / 292 mi 3.0L 6cyl 5M 4WD 17.2 gal65 L 13 / 17 224 / 292 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 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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 17.2-gallon tank covers about 310 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full17.2344292
3/412.9258219
1/28.6172146
1/44.38673
1/82.24337

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 833 gallons, roughly 48 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
14–18 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
494–635 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1994 Toyota 4Runner

$73.44 to fill the 17.2-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
17.2 galRegular$4.27$73.44$55.08

By region, 17.2-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$69.14
Midwest$4.27$73.44
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$63.64
Rocky Mountain$4.46$76.71
West Coast$5.42$93.22
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$101.31

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

  • 17.2-gallon tank$73.44
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,558

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

4Runner tank size in other years

The 1994 4Runner uses the same 17.2 gal tank as every 4Runner since 1990.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
1999 4Runner 18.5 gal 389 mi
1998 4Runner 18.5 gal 407 mi
1997 4Runner 18.5 gal 407 mi
1996 4Runner 18.5 gal 426 mi
1995 4Runner 17.2 gal 344 mi
1994 4Runner 17.2 gal 344 mi
1993 4Runner 17.2 gal 344 mi
1992 4Runner 17.2 gal 344 mi
1991 4Runner 17.2 gal 344 mi
1990 4Runner 17.2 gal 344 mi
Toyota 4Runner fuel tank by model year

1994 Toyota 4Runner vs similar 1994 SUVs

The 4Runner has the smallest tank of the seven 1994 SUVs compared here: 17.2 gallons, against 23.0 for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

1994 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Grand Cherokee 23.0 gal 460 mi
Nissan Pathfinder 20.4 gal 347 mi
Oldsmobile Bravada 20.0 gal 380 mi
Chevrolet S-10 Blazer 20.0 gal 400 mi
GMC Jimmy 20.0 gal 400 mi
Mazda Navajo 19.3 gal 367 mi
Toyota 4Runner 17.2 gal 344 mi

Other 1994 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

1994 Toyota 4Runner fuel system recalls

None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 1994 Toyota 4Runner involve the fuel system.

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1994 Toyota 4Runner fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1994 Toyota 4Runner, 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 1994 Toyota 4Runner?

The 1994 Toyota 4Runner holds 17.2 gallons (65 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1994 Toyota 4Runner gas tank hold?

The 1994 Toyota 4Runner tank holds 65 liters, or 17.2 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 1994 Toyota 4Runner gas tank?

No. 4WD and RWD versions of the 1994 Toyota 4Runner use the same 17.2 gal tank.

How far can a 1994 Toyota 4Runner go on a full tank?

About 292–344 miles on the highway and 224–292 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 1994 Toyota 4Runner go on a quarter tank?

About 86 highway miles or 73 in town from the 17.2-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.3 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 1994 Toyota 4Runner take?

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

How much does it cost to fill up a 1994 Toyota 4Runner?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 17.2-gallon tank from empty costs $73.44. It ranges from $63.64 in the Gulf Coast to $101.31 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1994 Toyota 4Runner?

About 107 pounds for the 17.2-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1994 Toyota 4Runner have a bigger gas tank than the Mazda Navajo?

No. The 1994 Mazda Navajo holds up to 19.3 gallons; the 1994 Toyota 4Runner holds up to 17.2.

Has the 1994 Toyota 4Runner had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 1 recall NHTSA lists for the 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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 (Toyota fuel system recalls).

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