MPG vs L/100km: Fuel Economy Explained
Published Apr 13, 2026 · 6 min read
North America uses MPG (higher = better), while most of the world uses L/100km (lower = better). They measure the same thing differently.
Conversion
MPG = 235.215 / L per 100km
L/100km = 235.215 / MPG
L/100km = 235.215 / MPG
Common Vehicles
| Vehicle | MPG (combined) | L/100km |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla | 35 | 6.7 |
| Toyota RAV4 | 30 | 7.8 |
| Ford F-150 | 24 | 9.8 |
| Toyota Prius | 57 | 4.1 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 132 MPGe | 1.8 Le/100km |
Tips to Improve Fuel Economy
- Proper tire inflation: +3% MPG
- Remove excess weight: -1% per 100 lbs
- Drive 55-60 mph instead of 75: +15-25% MPG
- Avoid hard acceleration and braking
- Use cruise control on highways
Try it: Use our Fuel Economy Calculator to calculate your actual MPG from fill-up data.