Fuel prices in South Africa today
Fuel prices in South Africa todayUpdated 2026-07-20Medium confidenceper litre
Petrol 95
R22.88
= €1.10/L · $4.74/gal
#12 cheapest of 19 in Africa
Diesel
R21.22
= €1.02/L · $4.39/gal
+24.4% vs Africa avg
LPG
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not reported
not reported
National average — GlobalPetrolPrices.com — worldwide retail fuel prices. Shown in ZAR; € and $ conversions below.
FuelWide Fair Price Score47/100 · Above average
- Petrol 95 is cheaper than in 39% of the Africa countries we track
- 24.4% above the Africa average of €0.88/L
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Petrol 95 across Africa · South Africa highlighted
Frequently asked questions
How much does petrol cost in South Africa?
As of the week of 2026-07-20, petrol 95 in South Africa costs €1.10 per litre on average ($4.74 per US gallon), based on GlobalPetrolPrices.com — worldwide retail fuel prices.
How much does diesel cost in South Africa?
Diesel in South Africa averages €1.02 per litre this week, ranking 11 of 19 Africa countries from cheapest to most expensive.
Is fuel in South Africa cheaper than the Africa average?
No — petrol 95 in South Africa is 24.4% more expensive than the Africa average of €0.88 per litre.
How much of the fuel price in South Africa is tax?
Tax breakdown is not reported for South Africa this week.
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