Find the cheapest Challenge fuel today - Live prices at 57 stations
Compare Challenge pump prices across New Zealand. Current range: 279.7c to 310.9c/L. Average: 297.4c/L.
By the Petrolmate Data Team · Last updated 22 July 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 Southshore | New Brighton, CAN | 279.7c |
| 2 | Challenge Rotorua | Westbrook, BOP | 279.7c |
| 3 | Challenge Sunshine Bay | Sunshine Bay | 279.9c |
| 4 | Challenge Matamata | Matamata, WKO | 285.9c |
| 5 | Challenge Moonshine | Upper Hutt | 287.9c |
Challenge is 104.8c more expensive than the market average
Challenge operates 57 fuel stations across 13 regions in New Zealand. Current unleaded prices range from 279.7c to 310.9c per litre (NZD), with an average of 297.4c/L. Challenge averages 104.8c/L above the New Zealand market average of 192.6c/L. The cheapest Challenge prices are in Bay of Plenty (284.8c/L), while West Coast is higher at 308.9c/L.
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Challenge Prices by State
| State | Stations | Min Price | Avg Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury | 17 | 279.7¢ | 298.5¢ | 310.9¢ |
| 14 | 279.9¢ | 295.8¢ | 309.9¢ | |
| Waikato | 9 | 285.9¢ | 297.2¢ | 305.9¢ |
| Auckland | 4 | 289.9¢ | 295.2¢ | 299.9¢ |
| Otago | 3 | 293.9¢ | 303.4¢ | 310.5¢ |
| Bay of Plenty | 2 | 279.7¢ | 284.8¢ | 289.9¢ |
| Wellington | 2 | 294.9¢ | 300.4¢ | 305.9¢ |
| Southland | 1 | 299.9¢ | 299.9¢ | 299.9¢ |
| Tasmania | 1 | 293.9¢ | 293.9¢ | 293.9¢ |
| Taranaki | 1 | 304.9¢ | 304.9¢ | 304.9¢ |
| Hawke's Bay | 1 | 299.9¢ | 299.9¢ | 299.9¢ |
| West Coast | 1 | 308.9¢ | 308.9¢ | 308.9¢ |
| Gisborne | 1 | 295.9¢ | 295.9¢ | 295.9¢ |
Challenge Prices by Fuel Type
| Fuel Type | Stations | Cheapest | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 52 | 224.9¢ | 247.5¢ |
| LPG/Autogas | 5 | 170.0¢ | 195.3¢ |
| Premium Unleaded 95 | 43 | 305.9¢ | 321.3¢ |
| Unleaded Petrol | 57 | 279.7¢ | 297.4¢ |
How Challenge Compares
Average unleaded prices compared to other major brands
Market average: 192.6c/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: Frankton, New Brighton, Matamata, Masterton, Oxford
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- Diesel at 52 stations (from 224.9c, avg 247.5c)
- LPG/Autogas at 5 stations (from 170.0c, avg 195.3c)
- Premium Unleaded 95 at 43 stations (from 305.9c, avg 321.3c)
- Unleaded Petrol at 57 stations (from 279.7c, avg 297.4c)
Smart Savings Tips for Challenge
- Fill up on Saturday to save up to 3.3c/L compared to Wednesday
- Best value at New Brighton (279.7c average)
- Look for stations in the bottom 25% (under 293.9c) 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 Southshore in New Brighton, CAN, selling unleaded fuel at 279.7c per litre — that is 17.7 cents per litre below the Challenge network average of 297.4c/L. The next cheapest Challenge sites are Challenge Rotorua (Westbrook) at 279.7c, followed by Challenge Sunshine Bay (Sunshine Bay) at 279.9c.
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 297.4c/L on average, Challenge currently sits 104.8 cents above the national market average of 192.6c/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: 22 July 2026 at 07:17 AM AEST | Based on 30 days of historical data