Kilometres per Litre Calculator
Calculate how many kilometres your vehicle travels per litre of fuel, a simple efficiency measure for cars, bikes and small engines.
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Calculation breakdown
- km/L
- km/L = distance travelled / litres used
Worked example
Travelling 300km on 20L of fuel gives 15 km/L.
Assumptions
- Assumes a full tank-to-tank fill for accuracy.
- Higher km/L means better efficiency.
How this calculator works
Divide the distance travelled by the litres of fuel used to find your vehicle's kilometres per litre, a straightforward efficiency figure often used for motorcycles and smaller engines. Higher figures mean better fuel efficiency for the distance covered.
Frequently asked questions
How is this different from L/100km?
Km/L expresses distance per litre while L/100km expresses litres per 100km travelled; they are inverse measures of the same underlying efficiency.
Is this useful for motorbikes?
Yes, km/L is a common way Australian motorcycle owners describe fuel efficiency.
Does driving style affect this figure?
Yes, aggressive acceleration, heavy loads and short trips with a cold engine all reduce kilometres achieved per litre.