20 liters is equal to approximately 5.2834 gallons.
To convert liters to gallons, you multiply the number of liters by the conversion factor 0.264172, which is the number of gallons in one liter. This gives you the equivalent volume in gallons.
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Result in gallon:
Conversion Formula
The conversion from liters to gallons uses this formula:
Gallons = Liters × 0.264172
This formula works because one liter is exactly equal to 0.264172 gallons. When you multiply the volume in liters by this factor, you get the volume in gallons. The factor itself comes from the official conversion between metric and US customary units.
Example calculation for 20 liters:
- Start with 20 liters.
- Multiply 20 by 0.264172.
- 20 × 0.264172 = 5.28344 gallons.
- The result rounds to 5.2834 gallons.
Conversion Example
- Convert 10 liters to gallons:
- 10 × 0.264172 = 2.64172 gallons.
- Rounded, it is 2.6417 gallons.
- Convert 35 liters to gallons:
- 35 × 0.264172 = 9.24599 gallons.
- Rounded, it is 9.2460 gallons.
- Convert 5 liters to gallons:
- 5 × 0.264172 = 1.32086 gallons.
- Rounded, 1.3209 gallons.
- Convert 12.5 liters to gallons:
- 12.5 × 0.264172 = 3.30215 gallons.
- Rounded, 3.3022 gallons.
- Convert 40 liters to gallons:
- 40 × 0.264172 = 10.5669 gallons.
- Rounded, 10.5669 gallons.
Conversion Chart
| Liters | Gallons |
|---|---|
| -5.0 | -1.3209 |
| 0.0 | 0.0000 |
| 5.0 | 1.3209 |
| 10.0 | 2.6417 |
| 15.0 | 3.9626 |
| 20.0 | 5.2834 |
| 25.0 | 6.6043 |
| 30.0 | 7.9252 |
| 35.0 | 9.2460 |
| 40.0 | 10.5669 |
| 45.0 | 11.8877 |
This chart shows liters in the left column and their equivalent gallons on the right. You can use it to quickly find gallon values for liters between -5 and 45, or compare how volumes increase in this range. Negative values show how gallons relate to negative liters, useful for math contexts.
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Conversion Definitions
Liter: A liter is a metric unit of volume that equals 1,000 cubic centimeters or one cubic decimeter. It is widely used to measure liquids and other substances. The liter is not an SI base unit, but accepted for use with the SI. It is roughly equal to 1.057 quarts.
Gallon: A gallon is a unit of volume commonly used in the United States and some other countries. The US liquid gallon equals 128 fluid ounces or 3.785 liters. There is also an imperial gallon used in the UK, which is larger (4.546 liters), but most conversions to liter use the US gallon standard.
Conversion FAQs
Can I convert liters to gallons for dry ingredients?
You can convert liters to gallons for dry ingredients, but gallons are most often used for liquid measurements. Dry volumes are better measured in bushels or dry quarts in the US. Using the liquid gallon to convert dry volume might cause errors.
Why does the conversion factor 0.264172 matter?
The factor 0.264172 represents exactly how many gallons fit in one liter. It comes from official unit definitions. Using this factor ensures accuracy when converting between metric and US customary units, avoiding miscalculations in recipes, fuel, or scientific experiments.
Does temperature affect the liter to gallon conversion?
Temperature can change the volume of liquids slightly due to expansion or contraction, but the conversion factor itself stays the same. To account for temperature, specialized calculations or measurements are needed, but for everyday use, this factor is precise enough.
Are there different gallons and which one should I use?
Yes, the US gallon and the imperial gallon are different. The US gallon is 3.785 liters, while the imperial gallon is about 4.546 liters. Most liter-to-gallon conversions use the US gallon unless specified otherwise. Always check which gallon type applies.
Is 20 liters enough for a standard car fuel tank in gallons?
20 liters equals about 5.3 gallons, which might be enough for a small car fuel tank but not for larger vehicles. Fuel tank sizes vary widely, so converting liters to gallons helps estimate fuel volume in compatible units for refueling or travel planning.