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Fuel Consumption and Fuel Efficiency: Meaning, Formula and How to Calculate

Learn what fuel consumption and fuel efficiency mean, the formulas for L/100km, km/L and MPG, and how to calculate yours with worked examples.

By Muhammad Rehman••8 min read

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Essential Fuel Economy Metric Conversion Matrix

Quickly cross-reference between US MPG, UK Imperial MPG, km per liter, and European L/100km to evaluate any vehicle specification:

Fuel Economy LevelUS MPGUK Imperial MPGkm / LiterLiters / 100kmTypical Vehicle Class
Exceptional / Hybrid50+ MPG60+ MPG21+ km/L< 4.7 L/100kmPrius, Elantra Hybrid, PHEVs
High Efficiency35 – 49 MPG42 – 58 MPG15 – 21 km/L4.8 – 6.7 L/100kmCivic, Corolla, Mazda 3
Average Passenger Car25 – 34 MPG30 – 41 MPG10.5 – 14.5 km/L6.8 – 9.4 L/100kmRAV4, CR-V, Accord, Camry
Moderate / Midsize SUV18 – 24 MPG22 – 29 MPG7.5 – 10.2 km/L9.5 – 13.0 L/100kmExplorer, Highlander, Pilot
High Consumption / Truck< 18 MPG< 22 MPG< 7.5 km/L> 13.0 L/100kmF-150, Silverado, Full SUVs

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All articles published on NextCodeHub are authored and reviewed by automotive specialists. We reference verified testing protocols from the United States EPA, the European Environment Agency, and manufacturer WLTP specifications to provide trustworthy, transparent advice.