Physics & Engineering

Fuel Economy (MPG & L/100km)

From distance and fuel used.

Educational estimates only. Not medical, legal, tax, or financial advice.

Guide: Fuel Economy (MPG & L/100km)

What it does

Computes MPG and converts to metric fuel consumption.

How to use it

Enter miles driven and US gallons used.

Formula

MPG = miles ÷ gallons; L/100km ≈ 235.214583 ÷ MPG (US).

Example

300 miles on 10 gal → 30 MPG.

FAQs

US vs imperial gallons?

This tool assumes US gallons unless labeled otherwise.

Trip vs tank?

Use odometer distance and fuel actually pumped for best accuracy.

Electric vehicles?

MPGe uses different energy content; this page targets liquid fuel MPG.