litres to US gallons – convert L to US gal
Convert litres to US gallons (L to US gal) for fuel consumption, tank volumes, recipes and brewing. This page links to the main volume converter with L → US gal pre-selected.
Open the interactive L → US gal converter:
Use main converter (L → US gal) or switch to US gal → LThe homepage can also convert between litres, UK gallons, cubic metres, millilitres and more.
Quick reference: litres to US gallons
1 litre ≈ 0.264172 US gallons. Handy values:
| Litres (L) | US gallons (approx.) |
|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.26 US gal |
| 5 L | 1.32 US gal |
| 10 L | 2.64 US gal |
| 20 L | 5.28 US gal |
| 50 L | 13.21 US gal |
| 100 L | 26.42 US gal |
Why convert litres to US gallons?
You might need this when you:
- Compare European fuel tank sizes with US cars.
- Follow US recipes that give volumes in gallons instead of litres.
- Plan storage for water, chemicals or food-grade liquids.
- Work with aquarium, brewing or irrigation equipment specified in US gallons.
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What is the formula for litres to US gallons?
Multiply litres by 0.264172. Example: 25 L × 0.264172 ≈ 6.60 US gal.
How many litres are in a US gallon?
1 US gallon ≈ 3.78541 litres.
Is a US gallon bigger than a litre?
Yes. A US gallon is a little under four litres (about 3.785 L).
Page last updated: 2 December 2025.