SA Fuel Price Calculator
Your real petrol bill at this month's official board price — pick a vehicle, set your kilometres, and see what a price hike would do to you.
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Common questions
What is the current petrol price in South Africa?
At the October 2026 board, South African fuel prices (inland) are:
- Petrol 93 ULP: R29.88/litre
- Petrol 95 ULP: R30.25/litre
- Diesel 50ppm: R32.79/litre
- Diesel 500ppm: R31.95/litre
Prices are set on the first Wednesday of each month by the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy. Coastal prices are roughly 80 cents per litre less.
How much does it cost to fill up a car in SA?
At R29.88/litre (Petrol 93, inland):
- Small car (40L tank): R1,195
- Standard car (45L tank): R1,345
- SUV/bakkie (60L tank): R1,606
- Large SUV (75L tank): R2,007
Most Uber/Bolt drivers fill up 2-3 times per week, spending R7,000-R10,000/month on fuel alone.
Which car uses the least fuel for Uber in SA?
The most fuel-efficient vehicles for ride-hailing in South Africa:
- Toyota Corolla Hybrid: 4.5L/100km — about R1.20/km (best overall)
- Toyota Starlet 1.5: 5.8L/100km — about R1.55/km
- Suzuki Dzire 1.2: 5.5L/100km — about R1.47/km (best budget)
- Hyundai Grand i10: 6.0L/100km — about R1.61/km
Electric vehicles like the BYD Dolphin cost just R0.25-R0.40/km — see our EV comparison.
How can I reduce my fuel costs?
Quick wins for SA drivers:
- Drive at 100-110 km/h on highways — fuel consumption jumps 20%+ above 120 km/h
- Avoid idling — switch off at long traffic lights (modern cars use ~0.8L/hour idling)
- Check tyre pressure monthly — under-inflated tyres use 3-5% more fuel
- Use fuel rewards — Clicks ClubCard, Pick n Pay Smart Shopper, FNB eBucks all offer fuel discounts
- Fill up early in the week — prices don't change mid-month, so no rush
- Consider a hybrid — the Corolla Hybrid saves R2,000-R3,000/month vs a standard sedan