Find the cheapest Challenge fuel today - Live prices at 60 stations
Compare Challenge pump prices across New Zealand. Current range: 285.9c to 334.9c/L. Average: 311.2c/L.
By the Petrolmate Data Team · Last updated 09 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 Te Kauwhata | Te Kauwhata, WKO | 285.9c |
| 2 | Challenge Rotorua | Westbrook, BOP | 289.9c |
| 3 | Challenge Pukekohe | Pukekohe | 289.9c |
| 4 | Challenge Mt Albert | Mount Albert, AKL | 290.9c |
| 5 | Challenge Pauatahanui | Pauatahanui | 296.9c |
Challenge is 89.9c more expensive than the market average
Challenge operates 60 fuel stations across 13 regions in New Zealand. Current unleaded prices range from 285.9c to 334.9c per litre (NZD), with an average of 311.2c/L. Challenge averages 89.9c/L above the New Zealand market average of 221.3c/L. The cheapest Challenge prices are in Bay of Plenty (300.9c/L), while West Coast is higher at 321.7c/L.
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Based on historical price patterns in Challenge, Monday tends to offer the best prices. Start of the week often brings lower prices as stations compete for customers.
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Challenge Prices by State
| State | Stations | Min Price | Avg Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury | 18 | 298.9¢ | 310.1¢ | 333.9¢ |
| 13 | 289.9¢ | 309.2¢ | 325.9¢ | |
| Waikato | 8 | 285.9¢ | 313.0¢ | 324.9¢ |
| Auckland | 4 | 290.9¢ | 301.7¢ | 309.9¢ |
| West Coast | 3 | 315.9¢ | 321.7¢ | 334.9¢ |
| Bay of Plenty | 2 | 289.9¢ | 300.9¢ | 311.9¢ |
| Otago | 2 | 299.9¢ | 314.4¢ | 328.9¢ |
| Southland | 2 | 315.9¢ | 317.9¢ | 319.9¢ |
| Wellington | 2 | 310.9¢ | 315.9¢ | 320.9¢ |
| Manawatū-Whanganui | 2 | 317.9¢ | 321.4¢ | 324.9¢ |
| Taranaki | 2 | 307.9¢ | 310.9¢ | 313.9¢ |
| Tasmania | 1 | 308.9¢ | 308.9¢ | 308.9¢ |
| Gisborne | 1 | 313.9¢ | 313.9¢ | 313.9¢ |
Challenge Prices by Fuel Type
| Fuel Type | Stations | Cheapest | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 56 | 252.9¢ | 278.2¢ |
| Premium Unleaded 95 | 53 | 309.9¢ | 332.1¢ |
| Unleaded Petrol | 60 | 285.9¢ | 311.2¢ |
How Challenge Compares
Average unleaded prices compared to other major brands
Market average: 221.3c/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 59 suburbs across Australia
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Most competitive in: Halswell, Frankton, Dunedin, Massey, Mount Albert
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- Diesel at 56 stations (from 252.9c, avg 278.2c)
- Premium Unleaded 95 at 53 stations (from 309.9c, avg 332.1c)
- Unleaded Petrol at 60 stations (from 285.9c, avg 311.2c)
Smart Savings Tips for Challenge
- Fill up on Monday to save up to 1.4c/L compared to Saturday
- Best value at Te Kauwhata (285.9c average)
- Look for stations in the bottom 25% (under 305.9c) 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 Te Kauwhata in Te Kauwhata, WKO, selling unleaded fuel at 285.9c per litre — that is 25.3 cents per litre below the Challenge network average of 311.2c/L. The next cheapest Challenge sites are Challenge Rotorua (Westbrook) at 289.9c, followed by Challenge Pukekohe (Pukekohe) at 289.9c.
Across the Challenge network, regional stations are currently 0.3 cents per litre cheaper on average than metropolitan locations for unleaded fuel. Regional sites here buck the usual trend, often reflecting lower property costs and specific local competitive pressure.
At 311.2c/L on average, Challenge currently sits 89.9 cents above the national market average of 221.3c/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: 09 September 2026 at 10:15 PM AEST | Based on 31 days of historical data