UK Petrol and Diesel Prices: What Drivers Pay Today

Petrol currently costs the average UK driver 150.9p per litre at the pump, with diesel running noticeably higher at 164.6p, according to official UK fuel price data collected across 7,799 forecourts nationwide.

The 13.7p gap between standard unleaded and diesel is significant for anyone choosing between the two fuel types, particularly drivers who cover lower annual mileages and may not recoup the higher day-to-day cost of diesel through improved efficiency alone. Drivers who opted for a petrol car are, on current figures, spending meaningfully less each time they fill up.

For those who want or need premium fuel, E5 unleaded sits considerably higher at 168.6p per litre, around 17.7p more than standard E10 petrol. Most modern petrol cars are approved for E10, so checking your vehicle handbook before paying a premium is a straightforward way to keep costs down if your car does not specifically require E5.

With fuel costs remaining a real pressure on household budgets, it is worth reviewing the overall running costs of your current vehicle, or comparing what a different car might cost you month to month. Resources such as Car.co.uk can help drivers weigh up fuel economy alongside insurance, finance and depreciation before making any decisions.