Premium 95 Prices Across Australia

The national average premium 95 price in Australia is 233.6 cents per litre as of 29 August 2026, based on 5,645 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 100.0c/L (cheapest) to 424.9c/L (most expensive), a 324.9c spread.

Currently, Premium 95 is available at 5,645 service stations across 25 Australian states and territories. Prices range from 100.0c to 424.9c per litre, with a national average of 233.6c/L. The 324.9c/L price spread means savvy motorists can save up to $162.45 on a 50L tank by shopping around. Premium 95 commands a 17.3c/L premium (8.0%) over regular Unleaded 91. Tasmania offers the cheapest P95 prices (averaging 218.9c/L), while Northern Territory is 26.5c/L higher at 245.4c/L. Among major retailers, APCO consistently offers competitive P95 pricing, averaging 205.6c/L across their 31 stations.

Last updated: 06:45 PM, 29 Aug 2026

5 cheapest premium 95 stations in Australia right now

#	Station	Suburb	Premium 95
1	Challenge Andersons Bay	Andersons Bay, OTA	100.0c
2	Foxtrap Cooladdi Road House	Cooladdi, QLD	140.0c
3	Shell Ampm Highway	Albany, WA	175.9c
4	Reflections Holiday Parks	Wyangala, NSW	193.9c
5	APCO Strathdale	Strathdale, VIC	196.3c

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233.6c

Average Price

100.0c

Cheapest Price

5,645+

Stations

324.9c

Price Range

PetrolSMART. Smart Fuel Insights

Prices Holding Steady

Prices are pretty stable at the moment. We're tracking 5,960 stations across Australia.

95 Price Drops Found

We've spotted 95 servos with recent price drops, currently cheaper than their local area average.

Cheapest Day: Wednesday

Looking at the data, Wednesday tends to have the best prices. Worth planning your fill around if you can.

PetrolSMART Price Intelligence

Price Drops
in last 24h

PetrolSMART Market Sentiment

25%

64%

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Good Value

Fair

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Check

64% of stations suggest waiting might save you money

Price Cycle Overview

Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Premium 95

Dominant

Falling

4% conf

Low 0% (17)

Rising 7% (631)

High 0% (4)

Falling 93% (8852)

Falling Phase Dominant

Prices dropping - might pay to wait a bit

7-Day Price Forecast

-1.5c

average expected change

3477

forecasting
drop

1505

stable

978

forecasting
rise

Prices Expected to Hold Steady

Prices across Premium 95 are expected to remain relatively stable over the next week. Fill up when convenient.

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

17.3c/L more expensive

(8.0% premium) – ULP averages 216.3c/L vs P95 at 233.6c/L

Premium 95 Prices by State

State	Average	Cheapest	Highest	Stations
Tasmania	218.9c	207.7c	230.0c	22
Western Australia	220.6c	175.9c	290.0c	577
Queensland	221.0c	140.0c	295.9c	962
Victoria	221.6c	196.3c	269.9c	1,174
New South Wales	222.2c	193.9c	285.4c	1,323
South Australia	223.2c	203.5c	350.0c	376
Australian Capital Territory	226.0c	218.9c	239.9c	68
Northern Territory	245.4c	219.9c	387.9c	115

Cheapest Premium 95 Stations

#	Station	Brand	Suburb	State	Price
1	Challenge Andersons Bay	Challenge	Andersons Bay	OTA	100.0c
2	Foxtrap Cooladdi Road House	Independent	Cooladdi	QLD	140.0c
3	Shell Ampm Highway	Shell	Albany	WA	175.9c
4	Reflections Holiday Parks	Independent	Wyangala	NSW	193.9c
5	APCO Strathdale	APCO	Strathdale	VIC	196.3c
6	Burk Bendigo	Burk	Epsom	VIC	196.3c
7	APCO White Hills	APCO	White Hills	VIC	196.3c
8	APCO White Hills	APCO	White Hills	VIC	196.3c
9	Mobil White Hills	Exxon	White Hills	VIC	197.3c
10	Mobil White Hills	Mobil	White Hills	VIC	197.3c
11	APCO Wagga Wagga	APCO		NSW	197.5c
12	Metro Greenacre	Metro	Greenacre	NSW	197.9c
13	Metro Petroleum Kearsley	Metro	Kearsley	NSW	199.5c
14	Pks Olde General Store	Independent	Cessnock	NSW	199.5c
15	Metro Petroleum Cessnock	Metro	Cessnock	NSW	199.5c

Premium 95 Prices by Brand

Brand	Average Price	Cheapest	Stations
APCO	205.6c	196.3c	31
Burk	208.1c	196.3c	12
Pearl Energy	208.4c	199.5c	51
Metro	210.9c	197.9c	85
Atlas	211.7c	203.9c	16
Vibe	212.3c	203.9c	29
Freedom Fuels	212.5c	205.5c	21
Speedway	212.7c	209.5c	6
Solo	213.4c	205.5c	7
Pacific	215.2c	207.7c	8
X Convenience	216.0c	209.5c	46
United	217.3c	201.7c	248

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.