Convert liter/100 km to nautical mile/gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert liter/100 km [L/100 km] to nautical mile/gallon (US) [n.mile/gal], or Convert nautical mile/gallon (US) to liter/100 km.
How to Convert Liter/100 Km to Nautical Mile/gallon (Us)
The conversion between liter/100 km and nautical mile/gallon (US) is not linear or involves a specific formula. Please use the calculator above for an accurate conversion.
To convert from liter/100 km to the base unit, the formula is: y = 100 / liter/100 km
Liter/100 Km to Nautical Mile/gallon (Us) Conversion Table
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Liter/100 Km
Liter per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) is a measurement of fuel consumption indicating the amount of fuel (in liters) used to travel 100 kilometers.
History/Origin
The L/100 km unit became widely adopted in Europe and other regions as a standard measure of vehicle fuel efficiency, replacing older units like miles per gallon, to provide a clear and consistent metric for consumers and manufacturers.
Current Use
L/100 km is commonly used in vehicle fuel efficiency ratings, especially in European and international markets, to help consumers compare the fuel consumption of different vehicles.
Nautical Mile/gallon (Us)
Nautical mile per gallon (US) is a unit of fuel efficiency measuring the distance traveled in nautical miles per gallon of fuel consumed.
History/Origin
The unit originated from maritime and aviation contexts where nautical miles are standard for navigation, and it has been used primarily in the United States to assess fuel consumption of ships and aircraft.
Current Use
Currently, this unit is used in specialized maritime and aeronautical industries within the US to evaluate fuel efficiency, though it is less common than other units like miles per gallon or liters per 100 kilometers.