Fuel Economy Converter
Convert between MPG (US/UK), L/100km, and km/L. Compare vehicle fuel efficiency worldwide.
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🚙 Vehicle Fuel Economy Examples
| Vehicle Type | MPG (US) | L/100km |
|---|---|---|
| Compact car | 35 MPG | 6.7 L/100km |
| Mid-size sedan | 28 MPG | 8.4 L/100km |
| SUV | 22 MPG | 10.7 L/100km |
| Hybrid | 50 MPG | 4.7 L/100km |
📚 Understanding Fuel Economy
Fuel economy measures how efficiently a vehicle uses fuel. MPG (miles per gallon) is used in the US and UK, while L/100km (liters per 100 kilometers) is common in Europe and Australia. Higher MPG means better efficiency, but lower L/100km means better efficiency (inverse relationship).
US vs UK MPG: UK gallons are 20% larger than US gallons (4.546L vs 3.785L), so UK MPG numbers are about 20% higher for the same vehicle. Always specify which system when comparing fuel economy.