Convert Liters to Quarts Easily

Need to convert liters to quarts? This quick guide helps you navigate between the metric and U.S. customary systems effortlessly. Perfect for cooking, international recipes, trade, and educational use.

The liter (L) is a metric unit equal to one cubic decimeter (1 L = 1 000 mL). The quart (qt), part of the U.S. customary system, is defined as ¼ gallon—around 0.946 L. Understanding this conversion helps bridge metric and imperial measurements with ease.

Quick Conversion Formula

Quarts = Liters ÷ 0.946

Examples

• 1 L ≈ 1.057 qt
• 3 L ≈ 3.17 qt

Why It Matters

• Culinary recipes from different countries
• Scientific lab measurements
• Global shipping and trade conversions

About Liters and Quarts

The liter is widely used globally for beverages, chemical solutions, and more. Its base‑10 structure makes conversions easy (mL, kL). The quart appears in American recipes and packaging (32 oz), and in the UK imperial system (1 qt ≈ 1.14 L).

How to reverse the conversion

Liters = Quarts × 0.946

FAQs

Q: What is the difference between US and Imperial quarts?

A: US quart ≈ 0.946 L, while the UK (Imperial) quart ≈ 1.14 L—so double‑check when using UK recipes.

Q: How many liters are in 5 quarts?

A: Multiply 5 × 0.946 = 4.73 L.

Q: I have 2.5 L—how many quarts do I get?

A: 2.5 ÷ 0.946 ≈ 2.64 qt.