Premium 95 Prices Across Australia

The national average premium 95 price in Australia is 259.6 cents per litre as of 13 October 2026, based on 3,686 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; NSW FuelCheck also covers the ACT). Prices range from 213.9c/L (cheapest) to 387.9c/L (most expensive), a 174.0c spread.

Currently, Premium 95 is available at 3,686 service stations across 8 Australian states and territories. Prices range from 213.9c to 387.9c per litre, with a national average of 259.6c/L. The 174.0c/L price spread means savvy motorists can save up to $87.00 on a 50L tank by shopping around. Premium 95 commands a 13.7c/L premium (5.6%) over regular Unleaded 91. Western Australia offers the cheapest P95 prices (averaging 254.0c/L), while Northern Territory is 22.3c/L higher at 276.3c/L. Among major retailers, Burk consistently offers competitive P95 pricing, averaging 244.0c/L across their 10 stations.

Last updated: 11:06 PM, 13 Oct 2026

5 cheapest premium 95 stations in Australia right now

# Station Suburb Premium 95
1 Reflections Holiday Parks Bigga, NSW 213.9c
2 Reflections Holiday Parks Glenbawn, NSW 231.8c
3 United Dalby Dalby, QLD 237.5c
4 Metro Petroleum Portland Portland, VIC 239.2c
5 APCO Wagga Wagga , NSW 239.5c

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259.6c
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213.9c
Cheapest Price
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174.0c
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226 Price Drops Found
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Cheapest Day: Monday
Looking at the data, Monday tends to have the best prices. Worth planning your fill around if you can.

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Price Cycle Overview

Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Premium 95

Dominant
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29% conf
Low 50% (3018)
Rising 37% (2238)
High 0% (16)
Falling 13% (775)
Low Phase Dominant
Great time to fill up - prices are at their lowest
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Prices across Premium 95 are forecast to rise around 7.5c on average. Consider filling up soon if you're running low.
Best Day to Fill Up
Monday

Based on historical price patterns in Premium 95, Monday tends to offer the best prices. Start of the week often brings lower prices as stations compete for customers.

Compared to Unleaded 91

13.7c/L more expensive

(5.6% premium) – ULP averages 245.9c/L vs P95 at 259.6c/L

Premium 95 Prices by State

State Average Cheapest Highest Stations
Western Australia 254.0c 242.5c 319.3c 525
South Australia 257.1c 239.9c 312.0c 75
Queensland 258.2c 237.5c 289.9c 591
Victoria 259.7c 239.2c 320.0c 1,015
New South Wales 260.8c 213.9c 298.9c 1,289
Australian Capital Territory 264.0c 257.9c 269.9c 34
Tasmania 266.1c 251.9c 277.9c 45
Northern Territory 276.3c 255.0c 387.9c 112

Cheapest Premium 95 Stations

# Station Brand Suburb State Price
1 Reflections Holiday Parks Independent Bigga NSW 213.9c
2 Reflections Holiday Parks Independent Glenbawn NSW 231.8c
3 United Dalby United Dalby QLD 237.5c
4 Metro Petroleum Portland Metro Portland VIC 239.2c
5 APCO Wagga Wagga APCO NSW 239.5c
6 Metro Petroleum Appin Metro Appin NSW 239.9c
7 Metro Fuel Young Metro Young NSW 239.9c
8 United Park Ridge United Park Ridge QLD 239.9c
9 Mobil Blair Athol Mobil Blair Athol SA 239.9c
10 U-Go West Hindmarsh U-Go West Hindmarsh SA 239.9c
11 U-Go East Maitland (Un-Manned) U-Go East Maitland NSW 240.5c
12 Pearl Energy Moe Pearl Energy Moe VIC 240.5c
13 Mobil Moe Mobil Moe VIC 240.5c
14 Pearl Energy Metford Pearl Energy Metford NSW 240.5c
15 United Berrinba United Berrinba QLD 240.9c

Premium 95 Prices by Brand

Brand Average Price Cheapest Stations
Burk 244.0c 243.3c 10
APCO 246.0c 239.5c 28
Solo 248.7c 244.5c 6
Atlas 249.2c 244.9c 13
Pearl Energy 249.4c 240.5c 43
Vibe 249.9c 243.3c 24
X Convenience 250.6c 245.9c 7
U-Go 250.7c 239.9c 29
Freedom Fuels 250.9c 245.5c 9
Speedway 251.4c 249.5c 6
Metro 252.1c 239.2c 77
Pacific 253.5c 246.5c 6

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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