Convert liter/100 km to mile (US)/liter
Please provide values below to convert liter/100 km [L/100 km] to mile (US)/liter [mi/L], or Convert mile (US)/liter to liter/100 km.
How to Convert Liter/100 Km to Mile (Us)/liter
The conversion between liter/100 km and mile (US)/liter is not linear or involves a specific formula. Please use the calculator above for an accurate conversion.
To convert from liter/100 km to the base unit, the formula is: y = 100 / liter/100 km
Liter/100 Km to Mile (Us)/liter Conversion Table
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Liter/100 Km
Liter per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) is a measurement of fuel consumption indicating the amount of fuel (in liters) used to travel 100 kilometers.
History/Origin
The L/100 km unit became widely adopted in Europe and other regions as a standard measure of vehicle fuel efficiency, replacing older units like miles per gallon, to provide a clear and consistent metric for consumers and manufacturers.
Current Use
L/100 km is commonly used in vehicle fuel efficiency ratings, especially in European and international markets, to help consumers compare the fuel consumption of different vehicles.
Mile (Us)/liter
The mile per liter (mi/L) is a unit of fuel consumption measurement indicating how many miles a vehicle can travel on one liter of fuel.
History/Origin
The mile per liter has been used primarily in countries like the UK and Australia to measure fuel efficiency, especially where the imperial system is prevalent. It is less common in the US, where miles per gallon are more standard.
Current Use
Today, miles per liter are used mainly in Australia and the UK for fuel efficiency ratings, though miles per gallon remain more widespread in the US. The unit is part of fuel consumption conversions within the 'Common Converters' category.