MPG to L/100km Converter
Liters Per 100 Kilometers (L/100km):
Usage Instructions:
Objective: Convert fuel efficiency from MPG (Miles Per Gallon) to L/100km (Liters Per 100 Kilometers).
Steps:
- Enter MPG: Input the fuel efficiency in miles per gallon.
- Click "Convert to L/100km": Press the button to convert the value to liters per 100 kilometers.
- View the Result: The converted value in L/100km will be displayed below.
To convert miles per gallon (mpg) to liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km), you can use the following conversion factors:
- 1 mile ≈ 1.60934 kilometers
- 1 gallon ≈ 3.78541 liters
Conversion Formula
L/100 km = 235.214 ÷ mpg
Example Conversions
Here are some examples to illustrate the conversion:
| Miles per Gallon (mpg) | Formula | Liters per 100 Kilometers (L/100 km) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 mpg | 235.214 ÷ 10 | 23.52 L/100 km |
| 20 mpg | 235.214 ÷ 20 | 11.76 L/100 km |
| 30 mpg | 235.214 ÷ 30 | 7.84 L/100 km |
| 40 mpg | 235.214 ÷ 40 | 5.88 L/100 km |
| 50 mpg | 235.214 ÷ 50 | 4.70 L/100 km |
How to Convert mpg to L/100 km
- Identify the Value in mpg: For example, 15 mpg.
- Apply the Conversion Formula:
- Divide 235.214 by 15.
- For 15 mpg:
- Calculation: 235.214 ÷ 15 = 15.68 L/100 km
Practical Uses
- Fuel Efficiency: This conversion is helpful for comparing fuel efficiency between vehicles using different measurement systems.
- Vehicle Comparison: Understanding how fuel consumption figures translate from mpg to L/100 km helps in comparing fuel efficiency metrics.
Summary
To convert miles per gallon (mpg) to liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km), divide 235.214 by the mpg value. For example, 20 mpg is approximately 11.76 L/100 km, and 30 mpg is about 7.84 L/100 km. This conversion helps in comparing fuel consumption across different measurement systems.
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