How do I convert MPG (US) to L/100km?

Use the formula shown above or enter a value to see MPG (US) converted to L/100km instantly.

What is the formula for MPG (US) to L/100km?

The converter calculates L/100km by applying the category-specific conversion factor for Fuel Economy.

When should I use MPG (US) vs L/100km?

MPG (US) and L/100km are both part of the Fuel Economy category; pick the unit that matches your measurement context (e.g., scale, region, or industry standard).

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Convert MPG (US) to L/100km

Use the live converter below to translate between Mile per Gallon (US) (MPG (US)) and Liter per 100 km (L/100km). Scroll further for quick examples, formula tips, and related units.

Formula insight: Converting between efficiency (km/L, MPG) and consumption (L/100km) units requires using the inverse relationship: consumption = 100 ÷ efficiency.

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MPG (US) → L/100km

Mile per Gallon (US)

MPG (US)

Liter per 100 km

235.2146

L/100km

Rounded result (4 decimals max)

Formula

1 MPG (US) = 235.2146 L/100km

Conversion sourcesTap or click to view references

The International System of Units (SI) — NIST Special Publication 330
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The SI Brochure (SP 330) is the definitive English edition of the BIPM SI tables. NIST’s edition lists the official constants and conversion factors tying inch-pound units to SI, which SwapUnits applies for length, mass, temperature, pressure, volume, and related conversions. See /standards/nist-si-tenfold for the complete decimal multiple/submultiple table. View source · View SI table
Fuel Economy Guide (Model Year 2024)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency & U.S. Department of Energy. Describes how MPG, km/L, and L/100 km ratings are calculated for the U.S. Monroney label and how to interpret efficiency versus consumption metrics. View source

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MPG (US) to L/100km quick table

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Mile per Gallon (US) (MPG (US))	Liter per 100 km (L/100km)
2 MPG (US)	117.6073 L/100km
4 MPG (US)	58.8036 L/100km
6 MPG (US)	39.2024 L/100km
8 MPG (US)	29.4018 L/100km
10 MPG (US)	23.5215 L/100km
15 MPG (US)	15.681 L/100km
20 MPG (US)	11.7607 L/100km

L/100km back to MPG (US)

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Liter per 100 km (L/100km)	Mile per Gallon (US) (MPG (US))
2 L/100km	117.6073 MPG (US)
4 L/100km	58.8036 MPG (US)
6 L/100km	39.2024 MPG (US)
8 L/100km	29.4018 MPG (US)
10 L/100km	23.5215 MPG (US)
15 L/100km	15.681 MPG (US)
20 L/100km	11.7607 MPG (US)