Premium 95 Prices Across Australia

The national average premium 95 price in Australia is 203.9 cents per litre as of 15 July 2026, based on 5,697 stations tracked twice daily via official government APIs (NSW FuelCheck, QLD Fuel API, SA Informed Sources, VIC Fair Fuel, WA FuelWatch, NT MyFuel, TAS FuelCheck) plus community-verified sources for ACT and NZ. Prices range from 140.0c/L (cheapest) to 414.9c/L (most expensive), a 274.9c spread.

Currently, Premium 95 is available at 5,697 service stations across 24 Australian states and territories. Prices range from 140.0c to 414.9c per litre, with a national average of 203.9c/L. The 274.9c/L price spread means savvy motorists can save up to $137.45 on a 50L tank by shopping around. Premium 95 commands a 17.9c/L premium (9.6%) over regular Unleaded 91. South Australia offers the cheapest P95 prices (averaging 184.4c/L), while Northern Territory is 29.2c/L higher at 213.6c/L. Among major retailers, Burk consistently offers competitive P95 pricing, averaging 167.6c/L across their 12 stations.

Last updated: 04:48 PM, 15 Jul 2026

5 cheapest premium 95 stations in Australia right now

# Station Suburb Premium 95
1 Foxtrap Cooladdi Road House Cooladdi, QLD 140.0c
2 LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) Preston, VIC 159.9c
3 APCO Strathdale Strathdale, VIC 160.3c
4 APCO White Hills White Hills, VIC 160.3c
5 APCO White Hills White Hills, VIC 160.3c

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203.9c
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140.0c
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Cheapest Day: Wednesday
Looking at the data, Wednesday tends to have the best prices. Worth planning your fill around if you can.

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Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Premium 95

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Prices across Premium 95 are forecast to drop around 6.3c on average over the next week. If you can wait, you might save.
Best Day to Fill Up
Wednesday

Based on historical price patterns in Premium 95, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.

Compared to Unleaded 91

17.9c/L more expensive

(9.6% premium) – ULP averages 186.0c/L vs P95 at 203.9c/L

Premium 95 Prices by State

State Average Cheapest Highest Stations
South Australia 184.4c 167.9c 305.0c 377
Victoria 186.6c 159.9c 270.0c 1,168
New South Wales 189.2c 160.9c 285.4c 1,175
Queensland 190.2c 140.0c 320.0c 977
Tasmania 191.9c 170.7c 275.9c 217
Western Australia 193.8c 163.3c 279.0c 576
Australian Capital Territory 195.3c 190.9c 215.9c 36
Northern Territory 213.6c 182.3c 387.9c 114

Cheapest Premium 95 Stations

# Station Brand Suburb State Price
1 Foxtrap Cooladdi Road House Independent Cooladdi QLD 140.0c
2 LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only) LMCT+ Preston VIC 159.9c
3 APCO Strathdale APCO Strathdale VIC 160.3c
4 APCO White Hills APCO White Hills VIC 160.3c
5 APCO White Hills APCO White Hills VIC 160.3c
6 APCO Albury APCO Albury NSW 160.9c
7 Burk Bendigo Burk Epsom VIC 162.3c
8 Roo Petroleum Lavington (24hr Self-Serve) Roo Petroleum Lavington NSW 162.9c
9 Roo Petroleum Lavington Independent Lavington NSW 162.9c
10 Burk Landsdale Burk Landsdale WA 163.3c
11 Vibe Kwinana Town Centre Vibe Kwinana Town Centre WA 164.9c
12 Burk Oakford Burk Oakford WA 165.3c
13 Burk Bassendean Burk Bassendean WA 165.3c
14 Burk Malaga Burk Malaga WA 165.3c
15 APCO Alfredton APCO Alfredton VIC 165.3c

Premium 95 Prices by Brand

Brand Average Price Cheapest Stations
Burk 167.6c 162.3c 12
APCO 168.5c 160.3c 31
Speedway 175.4c 168.5c 6
Pearl Energy 175.6c 167.5c 52
Vibe 175.9c 164.9c 29
Atlas 176.9c 168.9c 16
Freedom Fuels 178.0c 171.5c 21
Metro 178.7c 167.2c 84
X Convenience 180.0c 175.5c 46
AM/PM 180.1c 173.5c 14
Budget 182.0c 172.7c 18
Pacific 182.4c 177.9c 9

About Premium 95

Premium unleaded petrol with 95 RON. Provides better performance and efficiency for modern engines designed for higher octane fuels.

Suitable for: European vehicles, modern turbo engines, and cars requiring 95 RON minimum

Octane Rating: 95 RON

Complete Guide to Premium 95 in Australia

Overview

Premium 95 is the middle-ground premium fuel in Australia, sitting between standard ULP (91 RON) and the top-tier Premium 98 (98 RON). It is the minimum octane requirement for many European and Japanese turbocharged vehicles sold in Australia. The 95 RON rating means the fuel resists pre-ignition (knocking) better than ULP, allowing engines tuned for higher compression ratios to operate at their designed efficiency and power output.

Who Should Use Premium 95?

Premium 95 is required for many popular vehicles in Australia including the Volkswagen Golf and Tiguan, BMW 3 Series and X3, Mercedes-Benz A-Class and C-Class, Audi A3 and Q5, Subaru WRX, and most modern turbocharged engines. If your fuel flap says "Premium Unleaded 95 RON minimum", this is the most cost-effective choice. Using ULP (91 RON) in these vehicles can cause engine knock, reduced performance, and over time may damage catalytic converters and engine internals.

Buying Tips for Australian Motorists

Premium 95 typically costs 10 to 15 cents per litre more than ULP. Unlike ULP which follows deep price cycles in east coast cities, premium fuels tend to have less volatile pricing with shallower cycle troughs. However, the percentage discount during cycle bottoms is often similar, so timing your fill-up still saves money. Some independent and discount chains price Premium 95 very competitively, so comparing across brands can yield good savings.

Fuel Efficiency and Economy

In vehicles designed for 95 RON, using Premium 95 instead of ULP can improve fuel economy by 1 to 3 percent because the engine management system can run optimal ignition timing. This partial offset against the higher pump price means the real cost difference is smaller than it appears. For a vehicle requiring 95 RON that consumes 8L/100km, the 2% efficiency improvement saves approximately 0.16L per 100km, worth about 25 cents at current prices.

Frequently Asked Questions About Premium 95

Can I use ULP instead of Premium 95 to save money?

If your vehicle requires 95 RON minimum, using ULP (91 RON) is not recommended. Modern engines will detect the lower octane and retard ignition timing to prevent knock, resulting in reduced power and worse fuel economy. Over time, running on octane below the minimum requirement can cause engine damage. The short-term savings at the pump are offset by reduced efficiency and potential repair costs.

Is there a real difference between Premium 95 and Premium 98?

For vehicles requiring 95 RON minimum, Premium 98 offers a small additional performance margin but the fuel economy improvement over 95 RON is typically negligible (under 1%). The 10 to 15 cent per litre price premium for 98 over 95 is rarely justified unless your vehicle specifically requires 98 RON. Stick with 95 if that is your vehicle's minimum requirement.

Why do European cars require Premium 95?

European manufacturers design their engines for the fuel standards in their home market, where 95 RON is the standard grade (equivalent to Australia's premium). Higher compression ratios and turbocharging in European engines extract more power and efficiency from higher-octane fuel. Australian 91 RON ULP is below the European baseline, which is why imported European vehicles require Premium 95 at minimum.

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