Convert MPG (US) to MPG (UK)
1 mpg = 1.201 mpg (imp)
Conversion Table
| miles per gallon (US) (mpg) | miles per gallon (UK) (mpg (imp)) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.600476 |
| 1 | 1.201 |
| 2 | 2.4019 |
| 5 | 6.0048 |
| 10 | 12.0095 |
| 25 | 30.0238 |
| 50 | 60.0476 |
| 100 | 120.1 |
| 250 | 300.24 |
| 500 | 600.48 |
| 1000 | 1200.95 |
How to Convert miles per gallon (US) to miles per gallon (UK)
Fuel consumption units use an inverse relationship when converting to or from other units. Use the converter above for accurate results.
For example: 10 mpg = 12.0095 mpg (imp)
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About miles per gallon (US) and miles per gallon (UK)
The Conversion Formula
Converting between miles per gallon (US) and miles per gallon (UK) uses a simple conversion factor. 1 mpg = 1.201 mpg (imp). For example, 25 mpg = 30.0238 mpg (imp).
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).
About miles per gallon (UK)
The UK also uses Miles Per Gallon, but based on the Imperial Gallon, which is 20% larger than the US gallon. This means UK MPG figures are always higher than US figures for the exact same car. This is a frequent source of confusion in online car forums. miles per gallon (UK) are commonly used in UK Car specs, Top Gear / Grand Tour, British auto magazines, and other fields.
A diesel hatchback in the UK might get 60-70 MPG (UK).
When Would You Convert miles per gallon (US) to miles per gallon (UK)?
Converting between miles per gallon (us) and miles per gallon (uk) 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 mpg = 1.201 mpg (imp)) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.