Convert kilometer/gallon (US) to liter/100 km
Please provide values below to convert kilometer/gallon (US) [km/gal] to liter/100 km [L/100 km], or Convert liter/100 km to kilometer/gallon (US).
Converting kilometer/gallon (US) to liter/100 km is not a simple multiplication — it follows a formula. As a reference, 1 km/gal equals 378.54117834 L/100 km and 10 km/gal equals 37.854117834 L/100 km. Use the calculator above for exact results.
Quick Reference
- 1 km/gal = 378.54117834 L/100 km
- 10 km/gal = 37.854117834 L/100 km
- 100 km/gal = 3.7854117834 L/100 km
How to Convert Kilometer/gallon (Us) to Liter/100 Km
The conversion between kilometer/gallon (US) and liter/100 km is not linear or involves a specific formula. Please use the calculator above for an accurate conversion.
To convert from the base unit to liter/100 km, the formula is: y = 100 / base_unit_value
Kilometer/gallon (Us) to Liter/100 Km Conversion Table
| kilometer/gallon (US) | liter/100 km |
|---|---|
| 1 km/gal | 378.54117834 L/100 km |
| 2 km/gal | 189.27058917 L/100 km |
| 3 km/gal | 126.18039278 L/100 km |
| 5 km/gal | 75.708235668 L/100 km |
| 10 km/gal | 37.854117834 L/100 km |
| 20 km/gal | 18.927058917 L/100 km |
| 50 km/gal | 7.5708235668 L/100 km |
| 100 km/gal | 3.7854117834 L/100 km |
| 500 km/gal | 0.75708235668 L/100 km |
| 1000 km/gal | 0.37854117834 L/100 km |
Kilometer/gallon (Us)
Kilometer per gallon (US) is a unit of fuel efficiency indicating the number of kilometers traveled per US gallon of fuel consumed.
History/Origin
The km/gal unit originated from the need to measure fuel efficiency in countries using the metric system, combined with the US customary gallon, primarily used in the United States for automotive fuel economy ratings.
Current Use
This unit is used in the United States to express vehicle fuel efficiency, especially in contexts where metric distance is preferred but fuel consumption is measured in US gallons.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you convert kilometer/gallon (US) to liter/100 km?
This conversion uses a formula rather than a fixed factor. For example, 10 km/gal = 37.854117834 L/100 km. Enter any value in the converter above for an instant, accurate result.
What is 100 kilometer/gallon (US) in liter/100 km?
100 km/gal is equal to 3.7854117834 L/100 km.