27 miles per gallon converts to approximately 9.87 liters per 100 kilometers
Converting 27 mpg to liters per 100 km results in about 9.87 liters. This shows how much fuel in liters you’d use over 100 km if your vehicle gets 27 miles per gallon. It’s a handy way to compare fuel efficiency between different measurement systems.
Understanding the Conversion
The conversion from mpg to liters per 100 km involves translating miles to kilometers and gallons to liters. Since 1 mile equals 1.60934 km and 1 gallon equals 3.78541 liters, the formula adjusts for these differences, giving a comparable fuel consumption rate in liters per 100 km.
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Result in liters:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert mpg to liters per 100 km is: liters per 100 km = 235.214583 / mpg. This works because 1 mile equals 1.60934 km, and 1 gallon equals 3.78541 liters, so dividing 235.214583 by mpg gives liters per 100 km. For example, 27 mpg:
- Divide 235.214583 by 27:
- 235.214583 / 27 ≈ 8.71 liters per 100 km.
Conversion Example
Suppose you want to convert 15 mpg to liters per 100 km:
- Divide 235.214583 by 15:
- 235.214583 / 15 ≈ 15.68 liters per 100 km.
- This means a vehicle with 15 mpg consumes about 15.68 liters for every 100 km traveled.
Another example with 40 mpg:
- Divide 235.214583 by 40:
- 235.214583 / 40 ≈ 5.88 liters per 100 km.
- Indicating higher fuel efficiency with less liters needed per 100 km.
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 | 16.79 |
| 16.0 | 14.70 |
| 18.0 | 13.07 |
| 20.0 | 11.76 |
| 22.0 | 10.70 |
| 24.0 | 9.80 |
| 26.0 | 9.05 |
| 28.0 | 8.40 |
| 30.0 | 7.84 |
| 32.0 | 7.36 |
| 34.0 | 6.93 |
| 36.0 | 6.55 |
| 38.0 | 6.21 |
| 40.0 | 5.88 |
| 42.0 | 5.61 |
| 44.0 | 5.36 |
| 46.0 | 5.12 |
| 48.0 | 4.91 |
| 50.0 | 4.71 |
| 52.0 | 4.52 |
The chart shows mpg values on the left and their equivalent liters per 100 km conversions on the right. To find the liters per 100 km for a specific mpg, locate the mpg in the left column and read across.
Related Conversion Questions
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- How does 27 mpg measure up in liters per 100 km?
- What is the formula to convert mpg to liters per 100 km for 27 mpg?
Conversion Definitions
mpg
Miles per gallon (mpg) is a measure of fuel efficiency, indicating how many miles a vehicle can travel on one gallon of fuel. It is primarily used in the US and UK to compare vehicle fuel consumption.
liters
Liters is a metric unit of volume used to measure liquids like fuel. It quantifies the amount of fuel needed or used, with larger quantities represented by higher numbers in liters.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from mpg to liters per 100 km?
The conversion is highly accurate as long as the standard conversion factors are used: 1 mile = 1.60934 km and 1 gallon = 3.78541 liters. Minor rounding differences may occur but generally do not significantly impact the result.
Why do different sources sometimes give slightly different conversion results?
Different sources might use varying rounding conventions or slightly different conversion factors, leading to minor discrepancies. It’s best to rely on the standard constants for precise calculations.
Can I use this conversion for electric vehicles?
No, this conversion applies only to fuel-based vehicles that use gallons and miles. Electric vehicles do not consume fuel measured in liters or miles per gallon, so different metrics are used for them.
Is there a way to convert liters per 100 km back to mpg?
Yes, by reversing the formula: mpg = 235.214583 / liters per 100 km. This allows you to find miles per gallon from a known fuel consumption in liters per 100 km.
Last Updated : 06 June, 2025
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