1. What is MPG to L/100km Conversion?

The MPG to L/100km conversion translates miles per gallon (US measurement) to liters per 100 kilometers (metric measurement), allowing comparison of fuel efficiency between different measurement systems.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the conversion formula:

Where:

• 235.215 — Conversion factor combining miles to km and gallons to liters
• MPG — Miles per gallon (US measurement)

Explanation: The formula accounts for the different units of distance (miles vs. kilometers) and volume (gallons vs. liters) between the two measurement systems.

3. Importance of Fuel Efficiency Conversion

Details: Converting between these units is essential when comparing vehicle specifications from different countries or when traveling between regions that use different measurement systems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the MPG value (must be greater than 0). The calculator will instantly show the equivalent fuel consumption in L/100km.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is 235.215 the conversion factor?
A: It combines 1 mile = 1.609344 km and 1 US gallon = 3.785411784 liters (100 × 3.785411784 / 1.609344 ≈ 235.215).

Q2: What's a good L/100km value?
A: Lower is better. Typical values range from 5-12 L/100km for passenger cars (equivalent to 20-47 MPG).

Q3: Does this work for UK MPG?
A: No, UK gallons are larger (1 UK gallon = 4.54609 liters). For UK MPG, use 282.481 instead of 235.215.

Q4: How accurate is this conversion?
A: Mathematically precise, but real-world fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Q5: Why use L/100km instead of km/L?
A: L/100km shows consumption rather than efficiency, making it easier to compare fuel costs directly.