1. What is the Fuel Cost Calculator?

The Fuel Cost Calculator estimates the cost of petrol for a trip in the UK based on distance traveled, vehicle fuel efficiency, and current petrol prices.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( Distance \) — Trip distance in miles
• \( MPL \) — Vehicle fuel efficiency in miles per liter
• \( Petrol\ Price \) — Current petrol price in £ per liter

Explanation: The formula calculates total liters needed (distance/MPL) then multiplies by price per liter to get total cost.

3. Importance of Fuel Cost Calculation

Details: Accurate fuel cost estimation helps with trip budgeting, comparing vehicle efficiency, and financial planning for transportation needs.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter distance in miles, your vehicle's fuel efficiency in miles per liter, and current petrol price in £/L. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I find my vehicle's MPL?
A: Check your vehicle manual or track miles driven vs liters filled at the pump over several fill-ups.

Q2: Does this account for different driving conditions?
A: No, this is a basic calculation. Actual consumption may vary based on traffic, speed, and load.

Q3: Where can I find current petrol prices?
A: Check petrol station price boards or websites like petrolprices.com for UK averages.

Q4: Can I use this for diesel vehicles?
A: Yes, if you use the diesel price per liter instead of petrol price.

Q5: How accurate is this estimate?
A: It provides a good baseline estimate but actual costs may vary by ±10-15% depending on driving conditions.