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Gasoline Prices in the United Kingdom decreased to 1.81 USD/Liter in July from 1.84 USD/Liter in June of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United Kingdom Gasoline Prices - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.
On August 4, 2025, the price of ultra-low sulfur unleaded petrol (gasoline) in the United Kingdom averaged 134.3 pence per liter. This compared to 142.13 pence per liter for diesel. Diesel prices were consistently higher than petrol/gasoline prices throughout this period, although the margin varied. Reasons for such differences in pricing lie in the refining process and molecular makeup of the products, with diesel requiring more complex refining processes and being an overall heavier liquid. As motor fuel pricing in the UK is not regulated by a monitoring body, there may also be notable differences in prices between retailers and regions. Supermarkets provide lowest fuel prices in the UK In the UK, much of the motor fuel is sold through supermarkets. Large supermarkets, or hypermarkets, account for more than 40 percent of all motor fuel sales in the country. The reason for their popularity often lies in the fact that they offer lower average prices. In the last four years, regular petrol/gasoline sold at supermarkets was up to six pence per liter cheaper than the national average. How UK fuel prices compare to the rest of the world Tied as they are to crude oil prices, motor fuels are generally cheapest in major producing countries, such as Iran, Venezuela, and Russia. In Europe, costs of importing the raw or finished products, in addition to taxes and levies, may hike up pump prices significantly. The UK is often among the countries with the highest petrol/gasoline prices, alongside other large European car markets such as France and Germany.
A dataset of average pence per litre and per gallon petrol and diesel fuel prices in the UK regions including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Unleaded 95 octane fuel (regular gasoline) prices have been consistently cheaper at supermarkets than fuel stations in the United Kingdom. In March 2024, the gap between both price averages was *** pence per liter, with supermarket prices standing at ***** pence per liter.
In June 2020, the gasoline price per liter in the United States stood at 0.55 U.S. dollars, the cheapest among the selected eight countries. However, this is a considerable price change compared to June 2019, when figures were 23.4 percent higher. Italy recorded the highest fuel price of all countries listed here, at 1.56 U.S. dollars per liter. The prices concern unleaded premium (95 RON) for France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom and regular unleaded for Canada, Japan, and the United States (AKI 87). Liquid fuels demand decline following coronavirusFinal gasoline prices result from crude oil charges, processing and distribution costs, and taxes and underly supply and demand. The ongoing coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) has reduced the demand for fuel and in turn impacted petroleum prices worldwide. The U.S. liquid fuels demand in the road sector is expected to have decreased to 8.7 million barrels per day in the second quarter of 2020. As a result, U.S. monthly crude oil production dropped across all regions between March and August 2020. Diesel prices worldwideItaly also has the greatest tag on diesel prices among the above listed countries. As of that same month, the price for automotive diesel stood at 1.43 U.S. dollars per liter in the Southern European country. Diesel prices tend to be lower than gasoline prices, with the United Kingdom and the U.S. proving to be the exception.
The weekly road fuel prices table reports on the cost of unleaded petrol (ULSP) and unleaded diesel (ULSD).
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United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Diesel Fuel: USD per Liter data was reported at 1.490 USD in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1.990 USD for 2014. United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Diesel Fuel: USD per Liter data is updated yearly, averaging 1.600 USD from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2016, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.270 USD in 2012 and a record low of 0.850 USD in 1995. United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Diesel Fuel: USD per Liter data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.World Bank.WDI: Transportation. Fuel prices refer to the pump prices of the most widely sold grade of diesel fuel. Prices have been converted from the local currency to U.S. dollars.; ; German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).; Median;
Hong Kong had the highest prices for premium gasoline (95-RON) on May 12, 2025. That day, prices averaged 3.44 U.S. dollars per liter, which was notably more than in any other country. While oil-rich countries enjoy some of the lowest gasoline prices, drivers in big car markets such as Europe pay around 2 U.S. dollars per liter.
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United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Gasoline: USD per Liter data was reported at 1.460 USD in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of 1.920 USD for 2014. United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Gasoline: USD per Liter data is updated yearly, averaging 1.460 USD from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2016, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.170 USD in 2012 and a record low of 0.920 USD in 1995. United Kingdom UK: Pump Price for Gasoline: USD per Liter data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.World Bank.WDI: Transportation. Fuel prices refer to the pump prices of the most widely sold grade of gasoline. Prices have been converted from the local currency to U.S. dollars.; ; German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).; Median;
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UK Gas fell to 78.82 GBp/thm on August 8, 2025, down 2.73% from the previous day. Over the past month, UK Gas's price has fallen 3.91%, and is down 19.50% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. UK Natural Gas - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.
Diesel prices in the United Kingdom rose to more than *** pence per liter in early 2024. The March national average was ***** pence per liter, compared with a price of ***** pence per liter for diesel sold at supermarkets. Hypermarkets dominate motor fuel sales Hypermarkets such as Sainsbury's, Asda, and Tesco have the greatest market share of motor fuel sold in the UK. In 2023, roughly ** percent of all motor fuels were sold at hypermarkets. Diesel more expensive than regular gasoline Although gasoline and diesel are both refined petroleum products, their refining process differs, thus also impacting manufacturing and retail prices. Diesel sold in the UK is required to have an ultra-low sulfur content and also contain a biodiesel component of seven percent. The extra steps required in the production process make diesel a more expensive commodity than gasoline, which trades around ** pence lower.
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Gasoline rose to 2.08 USD/Gal on August 11, 2025, up 0.64% from the previous day. Over the past month, Gasoline's price has fallen 3.77%, and is down 14.64% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Gasoline - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.
This statistic shows the average price for gas oil (excluding VAT), in pence per liter, in the United Kingdom (UK) between ************* and *************. The year on year price of gas oil increased strongly between 2008 and 2011 after which it began to slightly decrease, most dramatically over 2014 and 2015 when gas oil prices declined to approximately **% of the ************* price. In 2018, the gas oil price reached ***** pence per liter.
Tariffs make up the greatest share of automotive gasoline prices in the United Kingdom. As of May 2020, tariffs accounted for over ** percent of the average gasoline price at **** euros per liter. The breakdown of gasoline prices was similar to the breakdown of diesel prices in the UK during the same period.
A dataset of vehicle MPG ratings and fuel cost calculations based on manufacturer, model, and fuel type.
This statistic shows the change in the price of gasoline per liter in selected countries for the period between June 2019 and June 2020. The price changes concern unleaded premium (95 RON) for France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom, and regular unleaded for Canada, Japan, and the United States (AKI 87). RON stands for Research Octane Number, while AKI means Anti-Knock Index. Both represent the most common octane rating in the countries shown. In June 2020, the gasoline price per liter in the U.S. was 23.4 percent lower than it was in June 2019.
Influences on gasoline prices
The price of gasoline is a frequently discussed issue, and is a part of almost everybody’s life in developed countries. Gasoline prices worldwide are dependent of a number of factors: crude oil prices, costs for processing and distribution, demand, strength of currencies, taxation, and availability. The most influential factor is the crude oil price. This price includes the costs for exploration, extraction, and transport. What the consumer pays in the end is also an issue of national oil pricing policy. Typical regions with high taxes on gasoline are European countries and Japan. Other countries keep consumer prices low by subsidizing the costs for gasoline. Among latter countries are the United States, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Venezuela, Egypt, Malaysia, Bolivia, and others. There are many other factors, however, which directly influence the price of gasoline. Wars, crises, and natural disasters in oil producing regions, for example, can obstruct the production and transportation, and thus cause higher crude oil prices. Last but not least, the end-consumer defines the price through his or her demand. A higher number of people driving cars means higher prices for gasoline, which is often the case in the summer months or holiday seasons.
Average price of unleaded gasoline (95 RON) in Great Britain fluctuated. Between 2000 and 2020, figures increased by **** euros per liter, peaking at **** euros per liter in 2012. Prices reached the lowest in 2003, at **** euros per liter. The average price for unleaded gasoline amounted to **** euros in 2020.
Note that data tables in the transport energy and environment series are updated based on the most recently available data sources. As such the period of coverage will differ between tables. Each table name provides the period covered by the data.
ENV0101: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6763f78ccdb5e64b69e30848/env0101.ods">Petroleum consumption by transport mode and fuel type: United Kingdom, 1990 to 2023 (ODS, 24.1 KB)
ENV0102: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6763f8bcbe7b2c675de30848/env0102.ods">Energy consumption by transport mode and energy source: United Kingdom, 1998 to 2023 (ODS, 15.2 KB)
ENV0105: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6763f8d0be7b2c675de3084a/env0105.ods">Petrol and diesel prices and duties per litre in April: United Kingdom, 1990 to 2024 (ODS, 14.5 KB)
ENV0201: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68010bc20b24153af1e7c723/env0201.ods">Greenhouse gas emissions by transport mode: United Kingdom, 1990 to 2023 (ODS, 35.6 KB)
ENV0202: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68010bf9e16c376084e7c711/env0202.ods">Carbon dioxide emissions by transport mode: United Kingdom, 1990 to 2023 (ODS, 35.3 KB)
ENV0301: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68010c5990d0846c19e28803/env0301.ods">Air pollutant emissions by transport mode: United Kingdom, 1990 to 2023 (ODS, 139 KB)
ENV0302: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68010c7a90d0846c19e28804/env0302.ods">Index of average hot-exhaust emissions for road vehicles in urban conditions: United Kingdom, 1992 to 2023 (ODS, 17.6 KB)
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Note that the current version of ENV0701 covers journey emissions estimates for 2023 and was last updated in October 2023. An update to this data is expected in 2025. The methodology for this analysis can be found on the transport energy and environment statistics information page.
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Motor fuel prices in Wales ranged between ***** and ***** pence per liter in March 2024, with unleaded 95 octane fuel the cheapest fuel choice. proved the most expensive fuel choice. Motor fuel prices in Wales are generally lower than those in Scotland, but higher than in Northern Ireland.
The price of unleaded 95 octane fuel in the United Kingdom has increased significantly in 2022. In **************, prices reached ***** pence per liter. This was a decrease compared to three months prior when they had climbed to a new high. Unleaded 95 octane is the most commonly used fuel in the UK. Unlike super unleaded, which is mostly used in high performance vehicles, it is suitable for most petrol engines. It is also the cheapest fuel option, when compared to diesel fuel prices.Supermarket vs. UK averageWhen comparing prices, supermarkets are consistently the cheapest option when refueling. The gap between the two has varied, but in 2022 it has closed to just *** pence per liter. In 2021, Tesco had the largest market share of motor fuel sold in the UK, at nearly ** percent. The combined market share of Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Asda amounted to **** percent, which is unsurprising as supermarkets offer the cheapest prices. Petrol station numbersAlthough supermarkets have a large market share of the volume of petrol sold, it is major oil and gas companies that operate the greatest number of petrol stations. By the end of 2021, the British multinational oil and gas firm BP owned ***** sites across the country. The combined number of petrol stations of BP, Esso and Shell amounted to nearly ** percent of all UK outlets. In comparison, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Asda operated less than ** percent.
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Gasoline Prices in the United Kingdom decreased to 1.81 USD/Liter in July from 1.84 USD/Liter in June of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United Kingdom Gasoline Prices - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.