Liters to Gallons Converter
Convert liters to US gallons instantly. Free L to gal converter with formula, reference table, and no signup.
What Is a Liters to Gallons Converter?
The liter-to-gallon conversion is critical for fuel purchases abroad (gas is sold by the liter in most countries), cooking with international recipes that specify liquid volumes in liters, and understanding water consumption or pool/tank capacities. Americans traveling in metric countries encounter this conversion at every gas station. The US gallon (3.785 L) is different from the Imperial gallon (4.546 L) used in the UK, making it important to specify which gallon system you're converting to.
The Conversion Formula
The formula to convert liters to gallons is:
Gallons = Liters × 0.264172
The reverse formula is: Liters = Gallons × 3.78541
Liters to Gallons Reference Table
| Liters (L) | Gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.264 gal |
| 2 L | 0.528 gal |
| 3 L | 0.793 gal |
| 4 L | 1.057 gal |
| 5 L | 1.321 gal |
| 8 L | 2.113 gal |
| 10 L | 2.642 gal |
| 15 L | 3.963 gal |
| 20 L | 5.283 gal |
| 25 L | 6.604 gal |
| 30 L | 7.925 gal |
| 40 L | 10.567 gal |
| 50 L | 13.209 gal |
| 60 L | 15.850 gal |
| 75 L | 19.813 gal |
| 100 L | 26.417 gal |
| 150 L | 39.626 gal |
| 200 L | 52.834 gal |
| 500 L | 132.086 gal |
| 1000 L | 264.172 gal |
How to Use This Converter
- Enter your liters value in the input field above.
- View the result — the gallons equivalent appears instantly.
- For manual conversion, use the formula: Gallons = Liters × 0.264172.
- Check the reference table above for 20 pre-calculated common values.
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All conversions are calculated client-side in your browser. No data is sent to any server. For the authoritative source on unit definitions, see the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many gallons are in a liter?
One liter equals approximately 0.2642 US gallons. Conversely, one US gallon equals 3.785 liters. Note that the Imperial gallon (used in the UK) is larger at 4.546 liters.
How many liters of gas does a car tank hold?
A typical US car has a 12-16 gallon tank, which equals 45-60 liters. SUVs and trucks can have 20-36 gallon tanks (76-136 liters). When driving in metric countries, gas is sold by the liter.
What is the difference between a US gallon and an Imperial gallon?
A US gallon is 3.785 liters while an Imperial gallon (UK) is 4.546 liters — about 20% larger. This matters when interpreting fuel economy figures: UK mpg numbers are higher than US mpg for the same car because the Imperial gallon is bigger.
How many liters of water should I drink per day?
Common health guidelines suggest about 2-3 liters (0.5-0.8 gallons) per day, though needs vary by body size, climate, and activity level. The old '8 glasses a day' advice equals about 1.9 liters or half a gallon.
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