L/100km to MPG Converter
Convert liters per 100 km to US MPG instantly — mpg = 235.215 ÷ L/100km, so 8 L/100km = 29.4 mpg. Fuel economy both ways.
About the L/100km to MPG Converter
This free L/100km to MPG converter uses the formula mpg = 235.215 ÷ (L/100km) for US gallons. Because fuel consumption and fuel economy are inverse measures, the same formula converts in both directions — type in either field.
Most of the world, including Pakistan's car importers and European spec sheets, quotes consumption in liters per 100 km, while American reviews and window stickers use miles per gallon. An efficient 5 L/100km car does 47 mpg; a thirsty SUV at 12 L/100km manages only 19.6 mpg. Remember: lower is better in L/100km, higher is better in mpg.
The table maps the realistic 4–15 L/100km range so you can compare hybrids, sedans and SUVs at a glance.
How to Use the L/100km to MPG Converter
- 1Enter fuel consumption in L/100km — US mpg appears instantly.
- 2Or type mpg to convert back to L/100km.
- 3Copy the result, or use the table to compare typical vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many mpg is 8 L/100km?
8 L/100km equals 29.4 US mpg (235.215 ÷ 8). Other common figures: 6 L/100km = 39.2 mpg, 10 L/100km = 23.5 mpg, and 12 L/100km = 19.6 mpg.
What is a good fuel consumption in L/100km?
Under 6 L/100km (over 39 mpg) is very efficient — hybrid territory is 4–5 L/100km (47–59 mpg). Typical sedans use 7–9 L/100km (26–34 mpg), while large SUVs and pickups run 12–15 L/100km (16–20 mpg).
Why does the same formula work in both directions?
Because the units are reciprocals: one measures fuel per distance, the other distance per fuel. mpg = 235.215 ÷ (L/100km) and L/100km = 235.215 ÷ mpg — the constant 235.215 comes from 100 × 3.785411784 (liters per US gallon) ÷ 1.609344 (km per mile).
Is this US mpg or UK mpg?
US mpg, based on the 3.785 L US gallon. The imperial (UK) gallon is 4.546 L, so UK mpg = 282.481 ÷ (L/100km). The same car rated 40 UK mpg is only about 33 US mpg.
How do I convert km per liter to L/100km?
Divide 100 by the km/L figure. A car doing 14 km/L (common in Pakistani usage) consumes 100 ÷ 14 = 7.14 L/100km, which is 32.9 US mpg.