Gallons to Liters Converter
Convert US gallons to liters instantly. Perfect for fuel efficiency calculations, cooking measurements, and liquid volume conversions.
Gallons to Liters Calculator
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Conversion Formula
Formula:
liters = gallons × 3.78541Multiply the gallon value by 3.78541 to get liters. This conversion factor is based on the international definition where 1 US gallon equals exactly 3.78541 liters.
Common Gallons to Liters Conversions
| Gallons (gal) | Liters (L) | Common Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gal | 3.79 L | Milk jug |
| 2 gal | 7.57 L | Large soda bottle |
| 5 gal | 18.93 L | Water cooler bottle |
| 10 gal | 37.85 L | Small aquarium |
| 20 gal | 75.71 L | Water heater tank |
| 50 gal | 189.27 L | Large drum |
| 100 gal | 378.54 L | Industrial container |
Real-World Example
Car Gas Tank Conversion
A car's gas tank holds 15 gallons. That's 56.78 liters.
Calculation: 15 × 3.78541 = 56.78 liters
Frequently Asked Questions
Liters to Gallons Conversion Chart
Reference table comparing liters to US gallons and Imperial (UK) gallons.
| Liters (L) | US Gallons | Imperial Gallons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.2642 | 0.2200 |
| 2 | 0.5283 | 0.4399 |
| 3 | 0.7925 | 0.6599 |
| 4 | 1.0567 | 0.8799 |
| 5 | 1.3209 | 1.0998 |
| 10 | 2.6417 | 2.1997 |
| 15 | 3.9626 | 3.2995 |
| 20 | 5.2834 | 4.3994 |
| 25 | 6.6043 | 5.4992 |
| 30 | 7.9252 | 6.5991 |
| 40 | 10.5669 | 8.7988 |
| 50 | 13.2086 | 10.9985 |
| 75 | 19.8129 | 16.4978 |
| 100 | 26.4172 | 21.9969 |
| 150 | 39.6258 | 32.9954 |
| 200 | 52.8344 | 43.9938 |
1 US gallon = 3.78541 L. 1 Imperial gallon = 4.54609 L. Imperial gallons are ~20% larger.