What Is This Tool?
This converter translates fuel consumption data measured in gallon (US) per mile into liters per 100 kilometers [L/100 km], enabling consistent comparison between American and metric fuel efficiency units.
How to Use This Tool?
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Input the fuel consumption value in gallon (US)/mile.
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Select the target unit liter/100 km [L/100 km].
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Click convert to obtain the equivalent metric value.
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Use the results for vehicle efficiency comparison or fleet planning.
Key Features
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Converts fuel consumption from gallon (US)/mile to liter/100 km [L/100 km].
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Supports vehicle fuel efficiency evaluation for automotive and environmental applications.
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Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required.
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Provides examples to clarify typical conversions.
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Facilitates cost estimation and regulatory compliance.
Examples
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0.01 gallon (US)/mile equals approximately 2.3521 liter/100 km [L/100 km].
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0.05 gallon (US)/mile equals around 11.7607 liter/100 km [L/100 km].
Common Use Cases
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Converting American fuel consumption figures for international regulatory compliance.
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Comparing fuel use across different regions with metric measurements.
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Fleet management for budgeting fuel costs and optimizing routes.
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Estimating tailpipe emissions by combining consumption with fuel carbon content.
Tips & Best Practices
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Remember that larger conversion values may require careful interpretation.
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Consider driving conditions and vehicle types when comparing fuel consumption.
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Use the conversion consistently with standardized U.S. gallon definitions.
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Leverage the results to enhance fuel budgeting and environmental assessments.
Limitations
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High conversion factor can produce large numbers that may be unwieldy.
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Variations in driving or vehicle conditions affect fuel use outside average values.
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Conversion applies standard U.S. gallon volume, not regional variations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does gallon (US)/mile measure?
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It measures the number of U.S. gallons of fuel consumed per mile traveled, indicating direct fuel usage where higher values mean more fuel consumed.
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Why convert gallon (US)/mile to liter/100 km?
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Converting to liter/100 km allows comparison of fuel efficiency using the widely adopted metric system for international standards and regulations.
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Can this conversion be used for exact driving conditions?
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No, the conversion reflects average or standardized conditions and may not represent specific driving scenarios or vehicle types.
Key Terminology
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gallon (US)/mile
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A unit measuring the volume of U.S. gallons of fuel consumed per mile traveled, indicating direct fuel consumption.
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liter/100 km [L/100 km]
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A metric unit expressing the liters of fuel consumed to travel 100 kilometers, commonly used for fuel economy ratings.
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fuel consumption
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The amount of fuel used by a vehicle over a certain distance, indicating fuel efficiency or usage.