Fuel Cost Calculator
Calculate trip fuel costs based on distance, efficiency, and fuel price
Fuel Needed:
0.00
Total Cost:
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Fuel Economy and Costs
Fuel efficiency measures how far a vehicle can travel on a specific amount of fuel.
How to Use This Tool
- Enter the required values in the input fields
- Select any necessary options or units from the dropdown menus
- Click the calculate button
- View your results in the result section
Why We Use This Tool
- Accuracy: Get precise calculations without manual computation errors
- Efficiency: Save time by quickly performing complex calculations
- Learning: Understand the formulas and concepts behind the calculations
- Decision-making: Use reliable data to make informed choices
Key Terms
- MPG (Miles per Gallon): Distance traveled per unit of fuel (higher is better)
- L/100km (Liters per 100 km): Fuel used to travel 100 km (lower is better)
- Fuel Economy: Relationship between distance traveled and fuel consumed
Conversion Between Units
To convert between mpg and L/100km:
L/100km = 235.2145 / mpg
mpg = 235.2145 / L/100km
Typical Fuel Efficiency
| Vehicle Type | MPG | L/100km |
|---|---|---|
| Compact Car | 30-40 | 7.8-5.9 |
| SUV | 20-30 | 11.8-7.8 |
| Pickup Truck | 15-25 | 15.7-9.4 |
| Hybrid Car | 45-60 | 5.2-3.9 |
Calculation Formula
For MPG:
Fuel Needed (gallons) = Distance (miles) / MPG
Total Cost = Fuel Needed Ã Price per Gallon
For L/100km:
Fuel Needed (liters) = (Distance (km) Ã L/100km) / 100
Total Cost = Fuel Needed Ã Price per Liter
Fuel Saving Tips
- Maintain proper tire pressure
- Avoid aggressive acceleration and braking
- Reduce vehicle weight
- Use cruise control on highways
- Plan efficient routes