🧪 Liters to Gallons
Convert liters to gallons instantly. Free online liters to US gallons and UK gallons converter.
Formula: US gallons = liters ÷ 3.78541 | UK gallons = liters ÷ 4.54609
Conversion Reference Table
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How to Convert Liters to Gallons
There are two types of gallons: the US gallon (3.78541 liters) and the UK imperial gallon (4.54609 liters). Make sure you're using the right one! To convert liters to US gallons, divide by 3.78541. To convert liters to UK gallons, divide by 4.54609.
Common liters to US gallons conversions: 1 L = 0.264 gal, 5 L = 1.32 gal, 10 L = 2.64 gal, 20 L = 5.28 gal, 50 L = 13.21 gal, 100 L = 26.42 gal. This conversion is commonly needed for fuel (petrol/gasoline), water containers, swimming pools and cooking.
Fuel Economy
Fuel is sold in liters in most countries but in gallons in the US. If you're renting a car in the US and the fuel tank holds 15 gallons, that's approximately 56.8 liters. A car that gets 30 US mpg uses approximately 7.84 liters per 100 km. Our fuel economy converter can help you compare fuel efficiency across different unit systems.