Convert Liter to Imperial Gallon
Convert Liter to Imperial Gallon instantly. 1 L = 0.219969 imp gal. Formula, worked examples and a quick reference table.
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One liter equals 0.219969 imperial gallon. To convert any number of liters to imperial gallons, multiply by 0.21996925.
The converter above works in both directions and updates as you type. Below you will find the formula, a worked example and a reference table of common values.
Liter to Imperial Gallon formula
To go the other way, use liter = imperial gallon ÷ 0.21996925.
About these units
A litre is exactly one cubic decimetre, or 1,000 cubic centimetres. One litre of water weighs almost exactly one kilogram, which is not a coincidence.
The imperial gallon is 4.546 litres — roughly 20% larger than the US gallon. This is why UK miles-per-gallon figures look better than American ones for the same car.
Liter to Imperial Gallon conversion table
| Liter | Imperial Gallon |
|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.22 imp gal |
| 2 L | 0.4399 imp gal |
| 3 L | 0.6599 imp gal |
| 5 L | 1.0998 imp gal |
| 10 L | 2.1997 imp gal |
| 20 L | 4.3994 imp gal |
| 25 L | 5.4992 imp gal |
| 50 L | 10.9985 imp gal |
| 100 L | 21.9969 imp gal |
| 250 L | 54.9923 imp gal |
| 500 L | 109.9846 imp gal |
| 1,000 L | 219.9692 imp gal |
Frequently asked questions
How many imperial gallons are in a liter? +
There are 0.219969 imperial gallons in one liter.
What is 10 L in imp gal? +
10 L equals 2.1997 imp gal. Multiply 10 by 0.21996925.
How do I convert imperial gallon back to liter? +
Use liter = imperial gallon ÷ 0.21996925. The converter above handles both directions, or see our dedicated Imperial Gallon to Liter page.