Convert Liters per 100km to MPG (US)

1 L/100km = 235.21 mpg

1 L/100km = 235.21 mpg

liters per 100 km (L/100km) miles per gallon (US) (mpg)
0.5 470.43
1 235.21
2 117.61
5 47.0429
10 23.5214
25 9.4086
50 4.7043
100 2.3521
250 0.940858
500 0.470429
1000 0.235214

Fuel consumption units use an inverse relationship when converting to or from L/100km. Use the converter above for accurate results.

1 L/100km = 235.21 mpg

For example: 10 L/100km = 23.5214 mpg

The Conversion Formula

Converting between liters per 100 km and miles per gallon (US) involves an inverse relationship because one measures fuel economy and the other measures fuel consumption. 1 L/100km = 235.21 mpg. For example, 25 L/100km = 9.4086 mpg.

About liters per 100 km

Liters per 100km is the standard in Europe, Canada, Australia, and most of the world. Unlike MPG, this measures consumption, not economy. Lower is better. It answers the question: 'How much fuel do I need to drive 100 kilometers?' liters per 100 km are commonly used in European car labels, Canadian fuel guides, Australian car specs, and Global fleet management.

A modern hybrid uses about 4-5 L/100km.

About miles per gallon (US)

Miles Per Gallon (US) is the standard efficiency metric in the United States. It measures how far a vehicle can travel on one US gallon of fuel. The Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards use this unit to regulate automakers. Higher is better. miles per gallon (US) are commonly used in US Car window stickers, EPA ratings, US auto reviews, and Fuel economy tracking apps.

A Toyota Prius gets about 50 MPG (US).

When Would You Convert liters per 100 km to miles per gallon (US)?

Converting between liters per 100 km and miles per gallon (us) is one of the most common fuel consumption conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 L/100km = 235.21 mpg) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.