Find the cheapest Challenge fuel today - Live prices at 56 stations
Compare Challenge pump prices across New Zealand. Current range: 289.9c to 364.9c/L. Average: 308.6c/L.
By the Petrolmate Data Team · Last updated 05 September 2026 · Sources: NSW FuelCheck, QLD Fuel Price Reporting, SA Fuel Pricing Information, VIC Fair Fuel, WA FuelWatch, NT MyFuel, Tasmania FuelCheck, and community-verified prices
Cheapest Challenge stations right now
| # | Station | Suburb | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Challenge Sunshine Bay | Sunshine Bay | 289.9c |
| 2 | Challenge Matamata | Matamata, WKO | 293.9c |
| 3 | Challenge Massey, Auckland | Massey, AKL | 293.9c |
| 4 | Challenge Te Kauwhata | Te Kauwhata, WKO | 293.9c |
| 5 | Challenge Pukekohe | Pukekohe | 295.9c |
Challenge is 91.3c more expensive than the market average
Challenge operates 56 fuel stations across 13 regions in New Zealand. Current unleaded prices range from 289.9c to 364.9c per litre (NZD), with an average of 308.6c/L. Challenge averages 91.3c/L above the New Zealand market average of 217.3c/L. The cheapest Challenge prices are in Auckland (298.4c/L), while Marlborough is higher at 336.9c/L.
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Challenge Prices by State
| State | Stations | Min Price | Avg Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 289.9¢ | 306.5¢ | 317.9¢ | |
| Canterbury | 13 | 301.9¢ | 311.5¢ | 364.9¢ |
| Waikato | 9 | 293.9¢ | 304.0¢ | 309.9¢ |
| Auckland | 4 | 293.9¢ | 298.4¢ | 299.9¢ |
| Otago | 2 | 299.9¢ | 308.4¢ | 316.9¢ |
| Manawatū-Whanganui | 2 | 309.9¢ | 321.9¢ | 333.9¢ |
| Wellington | 2 | 308.9¢ | 317.4¢ | 325.9¢ |
| Tasmania | 1 | 306.9¢ | 306.9¢ | 306.9¢ |
| Taranaki | 1 | 308.9¢ | 308.9¢ | 308.9¢ |
| Southland | 1 | 312.9¢ | 312.9¢ | 312.9¢ |
| Hawke's Bay | 1 | 318.9¢ | 318.9¢ | 318.9¢ |
| Marlborough | 1 | 336.9¢ | 336.9¢ | 336.9¢ |
| Gisborne | 1 | 305.9¢ | 305.9¢ | 305.9¢ |
Challenge Prices by Fuel Type
| Fuel Type | Stations | Cheapest | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 48 | 254.9¢ | 276.6¢ |
| LPG/Autogas | 6 | 170.0¢ | 193.8¢ |
| Premium Unleaded 95 | 46 | 315.9¢ | 328.6¢ |
| Unleaded Petrol | 56 | 289.9¢ | 308.6¢ |
How Challenge Compares
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Market average: 217.3c/L
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Challenge is a New Zealand fuel brand with nearly 100 stations across both islands, known for competitive regional pricing and locally owned operations.
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Challenge operates in 55 suburbs across Australia
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Most competitive in: Matamata, Frankton, Carterton, Massey, Masterton
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Available Fuel Types
- Diesel at 48 stations (from 254.9c, avg 276.6c)
- LPG/Autogas at 6 stations (from 170.0c, avg 193.8c)
- Premium Unleaded 95 at 46 stations (from 315.9c, avg 328.6c)
- Unleaded Petrol at 56 stations (from 289.9c, avg 308.6c)
Smart Savings Tips for Challenge
- Fill up on Thursday to save up to 2.3c/L compared to Sunday
- Best value at Sunshine Bay (289.9c average)
- Metro Challenge stations are 5.6c/L cheaper on average
- Look for stations in the bottom 25% (under 302.6c) for best deals
- Use Petrolmate to compare Challenge with other brands in your area before filling up
Where to find the cheapest Challenge today
Based on Petrolmate's live price feeds, the lowest-priced Challenge station in New Zealand is Challenge Sunshine Bay in Sunshine Bay, selling unleaded fuel at 289.9c per litre — that is 18.7 cents per litre below the Challenge network average of 308.6c/L. The next cheapest Challenge sites are Challenge Matamata (Matamata) at 293.9c, followed by Challenge Massey, Auckland (Massey) at 293.9c.
Across the Challenge network, metro stations are currently 5.6 cents per litre cheaper on average than regional locations for unleaded fuel. Metropolitan sites benefit from denser fuel competition, which typically drives pump prices lower during cycle troughs.
At 308.6c/L on average, Challenge currently sits 91.3 cents above the national market average of 217.3c/L, reflecting Challenge's premium positioning. Drivers looking for the cheapest fuel regardless of brand should compare against nearby independents before filling up.
Prices last updated: 05 September 2026 at 09:28 PM AEST | Based on 31 days of historical data