Why is L/100km different?
L/100km measures consumption (lower is better), while MPG and km/L measure efficiency (higher is better).
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How to Use
Step-by-step instructions
- 1Enter the fuel economy value
- 2Select the source unit (e.g., MPG)
- 3Select the target unit (e.g., L/100km)
- 4View the converted efficiency
Conversion Formulas
Fuel economy units are inversely related (Consumption vs Efficiency).
L/100km = 235.215 / MPG (US)Variables:
235.215Conversion constant for US Gallons to Liters and Miles to kmExample
MPG to L/100km
Inputs:
Value:30
From:MPG (US)
To:L/100km
Steps:
- 1.L/100km = 235.215 / 30
- 2.Result = 7.84 L/100km
Result:
7.84 L/100km
Frequently Asked Questions
Difference between US and UK MPG?
The UK Gallon (Imperial) is larger than the US Gallon (approx 4.54L vs 3.785L), so UK MPG values are higher for the same efficiency.