How do I calculate fuel cost for a trip?

Divide your trip distance by your vehicle MPG to get gallons needed, then multiply by the price per gallon. Our calculator does this automatically.

What is a typical MPG?

Compact cars average 32 MPG, sedans 28 MPG, SUVs 22 MPG, and trucks 18 MPG. Check your vehicle sticker or owner manual for exact MPG.

How do I convert L/100km to MPG?

Divide 235.215 by L/100km to get MPG. For example, 8 L/100km = 29.4 MPG. Our calculator handles this conversion automatically.

Fuel Cost Calculator

Calculate how much your trip will cost in fuel. Enter distance, your vehicle MPG, and current gas price to see total fuel cost, gallons needed, cost per mile, and estimated trip time. Supports miles/km, MPG/L per 100km, and round trip calculations.

Features

Total fuel cost calculation
Gallons and liters needed
Cost per mile/kilometer
Round trip option
CO2 emissions estimate
Trip time estimation

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