Welcome to our South African fuel-price resource centre. These guides explain the current petrol and diesel prices, how the prices are set, when they change, and how the different grades and regions compare. All figures are based on the official monthly fuel-price adjustment published by the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR).
Current prices and monthly changes
- Current Petrol and Diesel Prices in South Africa — the latest regulated petrol benchmarks and diesel wholesale prices, Gauteng and coastal.
- When Do South African Fuel Prices Change? — the monthly adjustment date and how it is decided.
Understanding South African fuel prices
- How South African Fuel Prices Are Calculated — the Basic Fuel Price, levies and margins behind the pump price.
- Inland vs Coastal Fuel Prices — why Gauteng benchmarks are higher than the coast.
Choosing fuel and budgeting
- Petrol 93 vs Petrol 95 — the difference between the two octane grades.
- Diesel 50ppm vs 500ppm — the difference between the two diesel sulphur grades.
- How to Calculate the Cost of Filling Your Car — work out what a fill-up costs, with a simple calculator.
Good to know: South Africa regulates the retail price of petrol, but not the retail price of diesel. For diesel, the government sets a wholesale list price and the actual pump price varies by service station. Fuel prices are normally adjusted on the first Wednesday of each month.
Verification
Verification note: This guide was independently fact-checked against official support documentation. Learn more about our Editorial Policy & Financial Review Board and how our corporate finance team ensures accuracy and safety for South African consumers.