1. What is L/km to MPG Conversion?

The L/km to MPG conversion calculates miles per gallon (MPG) from liters per kilometer (L/km), allowing comparison between metric and imperial fuel efficiency measurements.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the conversion formula:

Where:

• \( L/km \) — Liters per kilometer (fuel consumption in metric units)
• 235.215 — Conversion factor combining km to miles and liters to gallons

Explanation: The formula converts metric fuel consumption to imperial fuel efficiency by accounting for both distance and volume unit differences.

3. Importance of Fuel Efficiency Conversion

Details: Understanding both measurement systems is important for comparing vehicle efficiency internationally or when traveling between countries using different measurement systems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter fuel consumption in liters per kilometer (L/km). The value must be greater than 0. Lower L/km values indicate better fuel efficiency.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is 235.215 the conversion factor?
A: It combines 1 mile = 1.609344 km and 1 gallon = 3.785412 liters (100/(1.609344*3.785412) ≈ 235.215).

Q2: How do I convert MPG back to L/100km?
A: Use the formula: L/100km = 235.215 / MPG.

Q3: What's considered good fuel efficiency?
A: Generally, below 6L/100km (39+ MPG) is good for cars, though standards vary by vehicle type.

Q4: Why do some countries use L/km while others use MPG?
A: Metric system countries typically use L/100km, while imperial system countries use MPG.

Q5: Does this conversion work for electric vehicles?
A: No, this is only for fuel-powered vehicles. EVs use different efficiency metrics (kWh/km or miles/kWh).