Fuel prices in France are a constant source of concern for motorists, given their direct impact on household budgets. Let us analyze the evolution of the prices of the main fuels, namely Unleaded 98 (E5), Unleaded 95 (E5), Unleaded 95 (E10), BioEthanol E85, Diesel (B7) and LPG, to better understand current dynamics and trends.
Lead Free 98 (E5)
Currently, the price of Unleaded 98 (E5) is €1.847/l. Over one week, there was a slight increase of 1.0 cents per liter (+0.50%), indicating a moderate upward trend. Over one month, the price also increased, but to a slightly greater extent, with an increase of 1.3 cents per liter (+0.70%). However, over one year, the price saw a drop of 2.2 cents per liter (-1.20%), which demonstrates a certain long-term price instability.
Lead Free 95 (E5)
Unleaded 95 (E5) is currently priced at €1.772/l. In one week, this fuel saw its price increase by 1.1 cents per liter (+0.60%), while over the last month the increase was more marked, reaching 2.0 cents per liter ( +1.10%). Over one year, however, Unleaded 95 (E5) recorded a notable drop of 3.8 cents per liter (-2.10%).
Lead Free 95 (E10)
The price of Unleaded 95 (E10) is €1.744/l. This fuel increased by 1.3 cents per liter (+0.80%) in one week. Over one month, the increase is 1.6 cents per liter (+0.90%). However, over a period of twelve months, the price of Unleaded 95 (E10) decreased by 4.1 cents per liter (-2.30%), reflecting a general long-term downward trend.
BioEthanol E85
BioEthanol E85 remains one of the cheapest fuels at €0.806/l. Unlike other fuels, BioEthanol showed a price decrease of 0.1 cents per liter (-0.10%) in one week and 0.3 cents per liter (-0.40%) over the last month. On a larger scale, the drop is even more significant over an annual period, with a drop of 19.5 cents per liter (-19.50%), making it particularly attractive for drivers equipped with compatible vehicles.
Diesel (B7)
The price of Diesel (B7) is currently at €1.676/l. This fuel saw an increase of 1.3 cents per liter (+0.80%) over the last week, and 1.6 cents per liter (+1.00%) over the last month. Over an annual period, Diesel (B7) shows a notable drop of 8.6 cents per liter (-4.90%). This reduction over the year could be the result of policy changes or variations in demand and supply.
GPL
LPG is currently sold at €1.003/l. The price of LPG showed a drop of 0.4 cents per liter (-0.40%) over the last week and the last month. However, looking at an entire year, the price increased slightly by 0.8 cents per liter (+0.80%).
Conclusion
In summary, the analysis of fuel prices in France reveals significant variations in both the short and long term. While certain fuels, such as BioEthanol E85, continue to see their prices decrease sharply on an annual basis, others, such as Unleaded 98 (E5) and Diesel (B7), follow different trajectories with increases at short term marked by annual declines. This highlights the importance for consumers to stay informed about price fluctuations to optimize their budget and choose the most economical fuel corresponding to their needs.
| Today | For a week | For a month | For a year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead Free 98 (E5) | 1,847 €/l | + 1,0 cents/l (+0,50%) | + 1,3 cents/l (+0,70%) | – 2,2 cents/l (-1,20%) |
| Super 98 (E10) | 1,897 €/l | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E5) | 1,772 €/l | + 1,1 cents/l (+0,60%) | + 2,0 cents/l (+1,10%) | – 3,8 cents/l (-2,10%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E10) | 1,744 €/l | + 1,3 cents/l (+0,80%) | + 1,6 cents/l (+0,90%) | – 4,1 cents/l (-2,30%) |
| BioEthanol E85 | 0,806 €/l | – 0,1 cents/l (-0,10%) | – 0,3 cents/l (-0,40%) | – 19,5 cents/l (-19,50%) |
| Diesel (B7) | 1,676 €/l | + 1,3 cents/l (+0,80%) | + 1,6 cents/l (+1,00%) | – 8,6 cents/l (-4,90%) |
| GPL | 1,003 €/l | – 0,4 cents/l (-0,40%) | – 0,4 cents/l (-0,40%) | + 0,8 cents/l (+0,80%) |
