Fuel Cost Calculator UK

You can find your car's fuel efficiency (MPG - Miles Per Gallon) in several ways: (1) Your car's manual or service book, (2) The manufacturer's specifications, (3) Official EPA/WLTP ratings online, (4) By calculating it from your actual driving: divide miles driven by litres of fuel used. Average UK cars get 30-45 MPG depending on driving conditions and vehicle type.

Several factors affect actual fuel costs: (1) Driving conditions - city driving uses more fuel than motorway, (2) Weather - cold weather reduces fuel efficiency, (3) Vehicle condition - underinflated tyres increase consumption, (4) Driving style - aggressive acceleration and speeding increase fuel usage, (5) Actual fuel prices vary by location and petrol station. The calculator provides estimates; actual costs may vary.

Yes! This calculator is perfect for tracking business mileage and tax deductions. In the UK, you can claim a mileage allowance for business use. The calculator helps you determine actual fuel costs and track your expenses. Always keep detailed records of your journeys and fuel expenses. Check with HMRC or your accountant for the current mileage allowance rates and tax deduction rules.

Diesel and petrol have different costs and efficiency: (1) Diesel is typically more expensive per litre, (2) Diesel cars generally achieve better MPG (5-20% more efficient), (3) Over longer distances or high mileage, diesel can be cheaper overall, (4) Petrol cars are often cheaper upfront. Use our calculator with your actual fuel price and MPG to compare costs for your specific situation and journey distance.

You enter the fuel price manually, so accuracy depends on current prices at your location. Fuel prices vary by: (1) Location - different areas have different prices, (2) Petrol station - branded stations charge differently, (3) Time - prices fluctuate daily based on crude oil and market conditions. For accurate calculations, check current prices at your usual petrol station before using the calculator. Supermarket fuel is often cheaper than branded stations.

This calculator is designed for petrol and diesel vehicles. Electric vehicles have different cost structures based on electricity prices (pence per kWh) rather than fuel consumption (MPG). However, you can estimate EV costs by calculating your electricity rate as equivalent "fuel" price and using typical EV efficiency ratings (miles per kWh). We're developing an EV cost calculator - check back soon!

For UK tax purposes, a business journey is travel in the course of your business. This includes: (1) Meetings and client visits, (2) Site visits and inspections, (3) Conference and training attendance, (4) Delivering goods or services. Commuting from home to your main office is generally NOT classed as business mileage. Always keep detailed records including dates, distances, and purpose of journey for tax deduction claims.

Simple tips to improve fuel efficiency: (1) Check tyre pressure regularly - underinflated tyres use more fuel, (2) Service your car regularly - a well-maintained engine is more efficient, (3) Avoid carrying unnecessary weight, (4) Remove roof racks when not needed, (5) Drive smoothly - avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking, (6) Avoid idling - turn off engine in traffic, (7) Plan efficient routes - use sat nav to avoid congestion, (8) Combine trips to reduce total distance driven.