MPG to L/100km Converter
Convert miles per gallon (mpg) to liters per 100 kilometers (L/100km) instantly and accurately
Common Fuel Economy Conversions
About MPG to L/100km Conversion
Converting from miles per gallon (mpg) to liters per 100 kilometers (L/100km) is particularly useful when comparing fuel efficiency standards between the United States and countries that use the metric system. This conversion helps travelers, car buyers, and researchers understand fuel economy across different measurement systems.
Conversion Formula
To convert from miles per gallon (US) to liters per 100 kilometers, divide 235.214583 by the mpg value. The formula is:
L/100km = 235.214583 ÷ mpg
Common MPG to L/100km Conversions
Miles per Gallon (US) to Liters per 100 Kilometers Conversion Table
| Miles per Gallon (US) | Liters per 100 Kilometers |
|---|---|
| 15 mpg | 15.68 L/100km |
| 20 mpg | 11.76 L/100km |
| 25 mpg | 9.41 L/100km |
| 30 mpg | 7.84 L/100km |
| 35 mpg | 6.72 L/100km |
| 40 mpg | 5.88 L/100km |
| 50 mpg | 4.70 L/100km |
Practical Examples
Here are some practical examples of mpg to L/100km conversions:
- A car rated at 30 mpg in the US would be rated at approximately 7.84 L/100km in Europe (235.214583 ÷ 30 = 7.84).
- An SUV with a fuel economy of 22 mpg would consume about 10.69 L/100km (235.214583 ÷ 22 = 10.69).
- A hybrid vehicle achieving 50 mpg would use approximately 4.70 L/100km (235.214583 ÷ 50 = 4.70).
- A motorcycle getting 70 mpg would consume about 3.36 L/100km (235.214583 ÷ 70 = 3.36).
Understanding the Inverse Relationship
It's important to understand that mpg and L/100km have an inverse relationship. Higher mpg values indicate better fuel efficiency (more distance per unit of fuel), while lower L/100km values indicate better fuel efficiency (less fuel per unit of distance).
This means that as mpg increases, L/100km decreases, and vice versa. This inverse relationship can sometimes make direct comparisons challenging, which is why conversion tools like this are valuable for understanding fuel economy across different measurement systems.