Convert liter/100 km to gallon (US)/mile
Please provide values below to convert liter/100 km [L/100 km] to gallon (US)/mile [gal (US)/mi], or Convert gallon (US)/mile to liter/100 km.
Converting liter/100 km to gallon (US)/mile is not a simple multiplication — it follows a formula. As a reference, 1 L/100 km equals 0.00425143707 gal (US)/mi and 10 L/100 km equals 0.0425143707 gal (US)/mi. Use the calculator above for exact results.
Quick Reference
- 1 L/100 km = 0.00425143707 gal (US)/mi
- 10 L/100 km = 0.0425143707 gal (US)/mi
- 100 L/100 km = 0.425143707 gal (US)/mi
How to Convert Liter/100 Km to Gallon (Us)/mile
The conversion between liter/100 km and gallon (US)/mile is not linear or involves a specific formula. Please use the calculator above for an accurate conversion.
To convert from liter/100 km to the base unit, the formula is: y = 100 / liter/100 km
To convert from the base unit to gallon (US)/mile, the formula is: y = 0.425143707 / base_unit_value
Liter/100 Km to Gallon (Us)/mile Conversion Table
| liter/100 km | gallon (US)/mile |
|---|---|
| 1 L/100 km | 0.00425143707 gal (US)/mi |
| 2 L/100 km | 0.00850287414 gal (US)/mi |
| 3 L/100 km | 0.01275431121 gal (US)/mi |
| 5 L/100 km | 0.02125718535 gal (US)/mi |
| 10 L/100 km | 0.0425143707 gal (US)/mi |
| 20 L/100 km | 0.0850287414 gal (US)/mi |
| 50 L/100 km | 0.2125718535 gal (US)/mi |
| 100 L/100 km | 0.425143707 gal (US)/mi |
| 500 L/100 km | 2.125718535 gal (US)/mi |
| 1000 L/100 km | 4.25143707 gal (US)/mi |
Liter/100 Km
Liter per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) is a measurement of fuel consumption indicating the amount of fuel (in liters) used to travel 100 kilometers.
History/Origin
The L/100 km unit became widely adopted in Europe and other regions as a standard measure of vehicle fuel efficiency, replacing older units like miles per gallon, to provide a clear and consistent metric for consumers and manufacturers.
Current Use
L/100 km is commonly used in vehicle fuel efficiency ratings, especially in European and international markets, to help consumers compare the fuel consumption of different vehicles.
Gallon (Us)/mile
A unit of fuel consumption measurement representing the number of gallons used per mile traveled.
History/Origin
The gallon (US) has been used in the United States since the 19th century as a standard measure of volume for liquids, particularly fuel. The mile has been a customary unit of distance in the US and UK, with its origins tracing back to Roman times. The combination of gallons per mile is primarily used in the US to measure vehicle fuel efficiency.
Current Use
This unit is used mainly in the United States for expressing fuel consumption, especially in older or specialized contexts. It is less common today, with miles per gallon (mpg) being the more standard metric for fuel efficiency, but gallons per mile may still be used in certain technical or historical analyses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you convert liter/100 km to gallon (US)/mile?
This conversion uses a formula rather than a fixed factor. For example, 10 L/100 km = 0.0425143707 gal (US)/mi. Enter any value in the converter above for an instant, accurate result.
What is 100 liter/100 km in gallon (US)/mile?
100 L/100 km is equal to 0.425143707 gal (US)/mi.