Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency, consumption rates, and driving costs with our comprehensive fuel calculator
Our fuel consumption calculator helps you determine your vehicle's fuel efficiency, calculate driving costs, and compare fuel economy across different vehicles. Whether you measure in miles per gallon (MPG) or liters per 100 kilometers, our tool provides accurate calculations for both metric and imperial systems.
MPG measures how many miles your vehicle can travel using one gallon of fuel. Higher MPG values indicate better fuel efficiency. Most gasoline vehicles achieve between 20-40 MPG, while hybrid vehicles can exceed 50 MPG. Diesel vehicles typically achieve 20-30% better fuel economy than gasoline equivalents.
This metric system measurement shows how many liters of fuel are needed to travel 100 kilometers. Unlike MPG, lower L/100km values indicate better efficiency. Typical values range from 6-12 L/100km for most vehicles, with efficient cars achieving under 6 L/100km.
Our calculator includes optional fuel cost analysis to help you understand the financial impact of your vehicle's fuel consumption. By entering current fuel prices, you can calculate cost per mile, cost per 100 miles, and estimated annual fuel expenses based on average driving patterns.
The annual cost estimate assumes 12,000 miles of driving per year, which is the average for most drivers. You can adjust this mentally based on your actual driving habits - multiply the cost per mile by your annual mileage for a personalized estimate.
Improving fuel efficiency not only saves money but also reduces your carbon footprint. Every gallon of gasoline burned produces approximately 20 pounds of CO2 emissions. Better fuel economy directly translates to lower environmental impact.