Convert MPG to km/L
Convert miles per gallon (us) to kilometers per liter by entering a value below.
How to Convert Miles per Gallon (US) to Kilometers per Liter
The mile per gallon (us) and kilometer per liter are both units of fuel economy. 1 kilometer per liter equals 2.3521442147 miles per gallon (us). This means to convert miles per gallon (us) to kilometers per liter, you divide by 2.3521442147.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 mpg (US) to kilometers per liter:
We need to convert miles per gallon (us) to kilometers per liter
Since 1 km/L = 2.3521442147 mpg (US), divide by 2.3521442147
5 ÷ 2.3521442147 = 2.12572
5 mpg (US) = 2.12572 km/L
Mile per Gallon (US) to Kilometer per Liter Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common mile per gallon (us) to kilometer per liter conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Miles per Gallon (US) (mpg (US)) | Kilometers per Liter (km/L) |
|---|---|
| 1 mpg (US) | 0.425144 km/L |
| 2 mpg (US) | 0.850288 km/L |
| 5 mpg (US) | 2.12572 km/L |
| 10 mpg (US) | 4.25144 km/L |
| 15 mpg (US) | 6.37716 km/L |
| 20 mpg (US) | 8.50288 km/L |
| 25 mpg (US) | 10.6286 km/L |
| 50 mpg (US) | 21.2572 km/L |
| 100 mpg (US) | 42.5144 km/L |
About These Units
Mile per Gallon (US) (mpg (US))
Miles per gallon US (MPG) measures fuel efficiency using the US gallon (3.785 L). The standard unit in the United States for comparing vehicle fuel economy. Average new car: 25-30 MPG, hybrid: 50+ MPG, electric equivalent: 100+ MPGe. Higher is better.
Kilometer per Liter (km/L)
Kilometers per liter (km/L) measures distance traveled per liter of fuel. Higher values mean better efficiency. Common in Japan, India, and some Asian countries. To convert km/L to MPG (US), multiply by 2.352. A car getting 15 km/L equals about 35 MPG.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert miles per gallon (us) to kilometers per liter?
To convert miles per gallon (us) to kilometers per liter, divide the value by 2.3521442147. For example, 10 mpg (US) = 4.25144 km/L.
How many kilometers per liter are in 1 mile per gallon (us)?
1 mile per gallon (us) equals 0.425144 kilometers per liter.
What is the formula for miles per gallon (us) to kilometers per liter?
The formula is: km/L = mpg (US) ÷ 2.3521442147.