Kilometers per Liter to MPG (US) Converter
18.82
8 km/L = 18.82 MPG (US)
Quick Facts
- •1 km/L ≈ 2.352 MPG (US)
- •15 km/L ≈ 35.3 MPG (US)
- •20 km/L ≈ 47.0 MPG (US)
- •km/L is used in Japan, India, and others
How to Convert
MPG (US) = km/L × 2.35215
Multiply km/L by 2.35215 to get US MPG.
Exact constant: 1 US gallon = 3.785411784 L; 1 mile = 1.609344 km
Worked Example
Convert 15 km/L:
15 km/L × 2.35215 ≈ 35.28 MPG (US)
Common Conversions
| km/L | MPG (US) |
|---|---|
| 5 | 11.76 |
| 8 | 18.82 |
| 10 | 23.52 |
| 12 | 28.23 |
| 15 | 35.28 |
| 18 | 42.34 |
| 20 | 47.04 |
| 25 | 58.8 |
| 30 | 70.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert km/L to US MPG?
Multiply by 2.35215.
What is 12 km/L in MPG?
12 × 2.352 ≈ 28.2 MPG (US).
Which countries use km/L?
Japan, India, and several Asian and South American countries.
Is km/L the same as L/100km?
No. They're inverses. km/L = 100 ÷ L/100km.
What is a good km/L?
15+ km/L is good for a petrol car. Hybrids achieve 20–25 km/L.