The number of miles you can drive on one gallon of gasoline varies widely depending on the type of vehicle, driving habits, and maintenance. For typical gas-powered vehicles, the range is usually between 15 and 35 miles per gallon (MPG).
- Compact cars generally achieve about 25 to 35 MPG.
- Sedans and midsize cars average around 20 to 30 MPG, with hybrids exceeding 50 MPG.
- SUVs and trucks usually get 15 to 20 MPG, with hybrid versions reaching about 39 MPG or more
Electric vehicles do not use gasoline but their efficiency is often expressed in miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe), with some models like the Tesla Model 3 rated over 120 MPGe
. In summary, a gallon of gas typically allows a gas-powered car to travel roughly 15 to 35 miles, depending on the vehicle type and conditions
