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Fuel Cost Calculator

Calculate trip fuel cost, monthly and annual fuel spend. Compare two cars' efficiency. Supports mpg, L/100km, miles and kilometres.

The Fuel Calculator is a free online tool that helps you calculate trip fuel cost, monthly and annual fuel spend. compare two cars' efficiency. supports mpg, l/100km, miles and kilometres It runs in your browser with no sign-up, downloads, or installation needed. All processing happens locally — your data stays on your device.
Fuel Calculator

How to use

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UK vs US MPG

UK MPG and US MPG look like the same unit but aren't — the UK gallon is 4.546 litres, the US gallon is 3.785 litres (20% smaller). A car rated 50 mpg UK = about 41.6 mpg US. The L/100km figure is unambiguous and works the same worldwide.

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Typical UK fuel prices (2026)

Petrol (unleaded): approximately 135-145p/litre. Diesel: approximately 140-150p/litre. These vary significantly by location (motorway services vs supermarket forecourts typically differ by 10-15p/litre) and by crude oil price. Use the AA fuel price tracker for current regional averages.