Fuel Consumption Converter
Convert fuel efficiency units like MPG and L/100km.
Result:
9.41 Liters/100km
MPG, L/100km, km/L: Making Sense of It All
Different parts of the world measure fuel efficiency differently. The US uses Miles Per Gallon (MPG). Europe uses Liters per 100 kilometers (L/100km). India often uses kilometers per liter (km/L). This can make it impossible to compare the fuel economy of different vehicles. This converter is a simple tool to help you switch between these units, so you can make an apples-to-apples comparison.
How to Convert Fuel Units
The process is a simple three-step conversion:
- Value: Enter the fuel consumption number you want to convert.
- From Unit: Select the unit you are converting from (e.g., 'Liters/100km').
- To Unit: Select the unit you want to convert to (e.g., 'Miles/Gallon (US)').
The calculator will instantly display the equivalent fuel efficiency in the new unit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Why are L/100km and MPG "inverted"?
A: They measure opposite things. MPG measures *distance per unit of fuel* (higher is better). L/100km measures *fuel per unit of distance* (lower is better). This is a common point of confusion when comparing cars globally.
Q: What is the difference between a US gallon and a UK (Imperial) gallon?
A: An Imperial gallon (used in the UK) is about 20% larger than a US gallon. A UK gallon is 4.546 liters, while a US gallon is 3.785 liters. This means MPG figures for the same car will be higher in the UK than in the US.