Canada

MPG Calculator Canada

The miles per gallon calculator Canada tool speaks both languages of fuel economy. Canada officially measures efficiency in litres per 100 kilometres (L/100km), but MPG is still widely understood — especially for US-spec vehicles and cross-border shopping. This calculator handles both and converts cleanly between them.

Use L/100km mode (the default) to enter kilometres driven and litres used, the way Canadian drivers naturally track fuel. Or switch to MPG mode to enter miles and US gallons for an American-style figure. Either way you get the equivalent in the other system, plus fuel cost in Canadian dollars and cost per km when you add a price.

Transport Canada rates fuel efficiency in L/100km. The average new car sold in Canada uses about 8.9 L/100km combined. SUVs and trucks average 11–14 L/100km. Compare your own result against those benchmarks, and see our MPG to L/100km and US MPG calculators for more conversions.

Kilometres Driven

Litres Used

Fuel Price (CAD $/litre) — optional

How to Use

Choose L/100km Mode or MPG Mode.
In L/100km mode, enter km driven and litres used.
In MPG mode, enter miles driven and US gallons used.
Optionally add the fuel price in CAD.
Click Calculate (or press Enter).

Got Questions?

MPG Calculator Canada FAQ

Does Canada use MPG or L/100km? +

Canada officially uses litres per 100 kilometres (L/100km) as the fuel efficiency standard, following the metric system. MPG is still understood — especially for US vehicles and cross-border comparisons.

How do I convert L/100km to MPG for Canada? +

Use the formula: US MPG = 235.214 ÷ L/100km. For example, 8.0 L/100km = 29.4 US MPG.

What is a good L/100km rating in Canada? +

Under 7 L/100km is excellent. 7–9 L/100km is average for a compact. SUVs typically run 9–13 L/100km. Electric vehicles are rated in Le/100km (litre equivalent).

How much does it cost per km to drive in Canada? +

At $1.55/litre and 9 L/100km, fuel costs $0.14 per km ($13.95 per 100 km). Enter your own figures above for an exact calculation.

What is the average fuel economy for Canadian vehicles? +

Natural Resources Canada reports the average fuel consumption of new vehicles sold in Canada is approximately 8.0–9.5 L/100km (combined city/highway), improving steadily each year due to fuel economy regulations.