KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 23 -- Starting the end of September, the government will provide up to 300 litres of subsidised RON95 petrol per month to eligible Malaysians.

But what does that 300-litre quota actually mean for your daily commute or a balik kampung trip?

According to government data, this allocation is more than sufficient for over 99 per cent of private vehicle drivers in Malaysia.

To put this allowance into perspective, here's a practical breakdown of how far 300 litres can take various vehicles commonly seen on Malaysian roads, based on manufacturers' claimed efficiency numbers.

For cars: From compact to premium

For drivers of compact A-segment cars like the Perodua Axia or Proton Iriz, 300 litres provides an impressive month...