Fuel in Spain
Complete guide to fuel in Spain: fuel types, today's average prices, official regulation, and where to fill up. Official MINETUR data updated every 30 minutes.
Fuel types and today's average price
Petrol 95
The most common. Suitable for most petrol vehicles. 95 octane rating (RON).
Cheapest
€1.249
Average
€1.510
Petrol 98
98 octane, pricier. Recommended for sports engines, high-compression, or as specified by the manufacturer.
Cheapest
€1.319
Average
€1.671
Diesel
Standard automotive diesel. Lower special tax than petrol.
Cheapest
€1.359
Average
€1.726
Premium Diesel
Diesel with cleaning additives. 10–15 cts/L pricier. Recommended for modern direct-injection engines.
Cheapest
€1.479
Average
€1.815
LPG (Autogas)
Liquefied Petroleum Gas. ~50% cheaper than petrol, needs an adapted or bi-fuel vehicle.
Cheapest
€0.729
Average
€1.019
How fuel prices are set
~25%
Brent crude
~30%
Hydrocarbon tax
21%
IVA · VAT
~10%
Commercial margin
Approximate breakdown of one litre of Petrol 95 in Spain. Taxes vary slightly between autonomous communities.
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FAQ
How are fuel prices regulated in Spain?
Prices have been free since 1998, but every station must report daily prices to the Ministry of Industry (MINETUR). Prices break down: crude oil cost (~25%), Special Hydrocarbon Tax (~30%), 21% VAT, and commercial margin. The government only intervenes in crises (e.g. the 20 cts/L discount in 2022).
What fuel types are available in Spain?
The most common are Petrol 95, Petrol 98, Diesel (Gasoil A), Premium Diesel, and LPG (Autogas). Also Gasoil B (subsidised agricultural), Gasoil C (heating), AdBlue (urea for modern diesels), and EV charging stations.
Where do I find the cheapest fuel?
Use our location-based search to see the cheapest stations within your radius. Rule of thumb: low-cost operators (Ballenoil, Plenoil, Petroprix) and supermarkets (Alcampo, Carrefour) typically run 10–15 cts/L cheaper than premium brands.
Can I pay with a card at any station?
Yes — virtually every Spanish station accepts credit/debit cards. Many also take mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay). Unattended 24 h stations only take cards.
What about EVs and hydrogen?
EV charging infrastructure is growing fast (Iberdrola, Endesa X, Wenea, Repsol). Green hydrogen is still niche: <15 operational stations in Spain in 2026, clustered in Madrid, Barcelona, and Zaragoza.
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