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gas mileage

[ ˈɡæs ˈmaɪlɪdʒ ]

Noun

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vehicle efficiency

Gas mileage refers to the number of miles a vehicle can travel per gallon of fuel. It is a measure of the efficiency of a vehicle in terms of fuel consumption.

Synonyms

fuel economy, fuel efficiency.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
gas mileage	Commonly used in the United States to describe how far a vehicle can travel on a specific amount of gasoline. My new car has great gas mileage; it can go 30 miles per gallon
fuel efficiency	Describes how effectively a vehicle converts fuel into distance traveled, often discussed in both everyday and technical contexts. Similar to 'fuel economy' but can apply more broadly to different forms of fuel. Hybrid cars are known for their excellent fuel efficiency, making them very popular among eco-friendly consumers
fuel economy	Used to describe the general efficiency of a vehicle's fuel consumption, often discussed in technical, regulatory, or formal contexts. The government has introduced new regulations to improve fuel economy in all vehicles

Word

Description / Examples

gas mileage

Commonly used in the United States to describe how far a vehicle can travel on a specific amount of gasoline.

My new car has great gas mileage; it can go 30 miles per gallon

fuel efficiency

Describes how effectively a vehicle converts fuel into distance traveled, often discussed in both everyday and technical contexts. Similar to 'fuel economy' but can apply more broadly to different forms of fuel.

Hybrid cars are known for their excellent fuel efficiency, making them very popular among eco-friendly consumers

fuel economy

Used to describe the general efficiency of a vehicle's fuel consumption, often discussed in technical, regulatory, or formal contexts.

The government has introduced new regulations to improve fuel economy in all vehicles

Examples of usage

The hybrid car has excellent gas mileage, allowing the driver to save money on fuel costs.
My old truck had poor gas mileage, so I had to refuel frequently during long trips.

Translations

Translations of the word "gas mileage" in other languages:

🇵🇹 quilometragem de combustível

🇮🇳 ईंधन माइलेज

🇩🇪 Kraftstoffverbrauch

🇮🇩 konsumsi bahan bakar

🇺🇦 витрата палива

🇵🇱 zużycie paliwa

🇯🇵 燃費 (ねんぴ)

🇫🇷 consommation de carburant

🇪🇸 rendimiento de combustible

🇹🇷 yakıt tüketimi

🇰🇷 연비 (燃費)

🇸🇦 استهلاك الوقود

🇨🇿 spotřeba paliva

🇸🇰 spotreba paliva

🇨🇳 燃油里程

🇸🇮 poraba goriva

🇮🇸 eldsneytiseyðsla

🇰🇿 отын шығыны

🇬🇪 საწვავის მოხმარება

🇦🇿 yanacaq sərfi

🇲🇽 rendimiento de combustible

Etymology

The concept of gas mileage became increasingly important with the rise of automobiles in the 20th century. As concerns about fuel consumption and environmental impact grew, manufacturers and consumers alike began to focus on improving gas mileage. This led to innovations in engine technology, aerodynamics, and alternative fuel sources. Today, gas mileage is a key factor for many car buyers, influencing their decisions on which vehicle to purchase.