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27 miles per gallon equals approximately 10.27 liters per 100 km.
Converting 27 mpg to liters per 100 km results in roughly 10.27 liters. This helps compare fuel efficiency between US and metric systems, giving a clearer picture of vehicle consumption in different countries.
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Result in liters:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert miles per gallon (mpg) to liters per 100 kilometers (L/100km) is: liters per 100 km = 235.214583 / mpg. It’s based on converting miles to kilometers (1 mile ≈ 1.60934 km) and gallons to liters (1 gallon ≈ 3.78541 liters). For example, for 27 mpg: 235.214583 divided by 27 results in about 8.71 liters per 100 km, indicating fuel consumption.
Conversion Example
- Suppose you want convert 20 mpg:
- Apply formula: 235.214583 / 20
- Calculates to approximately 11.76 liters per 100 km
- This means the vehicle consumes 11.76 liters to travel 100 km
- For 35 mpg:
- 235.214583 / 35
- Gives roughly 6.72 liters per 100 km
- Lower liters per 100 km indicates better fuel efficiency
- Converting 15 mpg:
- 235.214583 / 15
- Results in about 15.68 liters per 100 km
- Higher number shows more fuel consumption
- Calculating 50 mpg:
- 235.214583 / 50
- Equals approximately 4.70 liters per 100 km
- Very efficient, consumes less fuel per distance
Conversion Chart
| mpg | liters per 100 km |
|---|---|
| 2.0 | 117.61 |
| 4.0 | 58.80 |
| 6.0 | 39.20 |
| 8.0 | 29.40 |
| 10.0 | 23.52 |
| 12.0 | 19.60 |
| 14.0 | 16.80 |
| 16.0 | 14.70 |
| 18.0 | 13.07 |
| 20.0 | 11.76 |
| 22.0 | 10.69 |
| 24.0 | 9.80 |
| 26.0 | 9.05 |
| 28.0 | 8.40 |
| 30.0 | 7.84 |
| 32.0 | 7.36 |
| 34.0 | 6.92 |
| 36.0 | 6.55 |
| 38.0 | 6.20 |
| 40.0 | 5.88 |
| 42.0 | 5.61 |
| 44.0 | 5.35 |
| 46.0 | 5.12 |
| 48.0 | 4.91 |
| 50.0 | 4.71 |
| 52.0 | 4.52 |
Use this chart to quickly find liters per 100 km for given mpg values. Simply locate the mpg value in the first column and read across to see the corresponding fuel consumption.
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Conversion Definitions
mpg
MPG, or miles per gallon, measures how many miles a vehicle can travel on one gallon of fuel. It indicates fuel efficiency and is primarily used in the US and UK for vehicles. Higher mpg means better efficiency, less fuel used per mile.
liters
Liters are metric units for volume. When used in fuel consumption, liters often refer to liters per 100 km, indicating how many liters of fuel a vehicle consumes over that distance. It helps compare fuel use across different vehicle types and regions.
Conversion FAQs
Why is the conversion from mpg to liters per 100 km important?
This conversion allows drivers and analysts compare fuel efficiency across countries and measurement systems, aiding in vehicle selection and environmental assessments. It translates familiar US mpg figures into the metric system for global understanding.
How accurate is the conversion formula for real-world driving?
The formula provides an approximate value based on standard unit conversions. Actual fuel consumption can vary due to driving habits, terrain, vehicle condition, and load. So, the results are estimations, not exact figures.
Can I use this conversion for electric vehicles?
Electric vehicles don’t use gallons or liters for fuel, so this conversion isn’t applicable. However, similar conversions exist for energy consumption, like miles per kilowatt-hour or kWh per 100 km.