The Evolution of Fuel Prices in France: A Detailed Overview for Motorists
French motorists face constant fluctuations in fuel prices, a major concern for many. Whether you travel long distances every day or use your car occasionally, changes in fuel prices are a determining factor in your budget. This article aims to explore in detail the current dynamics of fuel prices in France, through recent updates, voluntarily excluding SP98-E10 and CNG to focus on other common fuels.
Analysis of Current Prices and Their Recent Evolution
- Lead Free 98 (E5) :
- Currently set at €1.829/liter.
- Over the last week, the price decreased by 2.8 cents per liter, showing a decrease of 1.50%.
- Over one month, the reduction is more moderate, at 0.6 cents per liter (0.30%).
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Over a one-year period, the price fell by 2.9 cents per liter, a decrease of 1.60%.
- Lead Free 95 (E5) :
- Priced at €1.752/litre.
- Last week saw a drop of 0.8 cents per liter (-0.50%).
- Compared to last month, a more notable reduction of 1.1 cents per liter was observed (-0.60%).
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An annual analysis reveals a significant decrease of 4.7 cents per liter, representing a significant decrease of 2.60%.
- Lead Free 95 (E10) :
- Priced at €1.727/litre.
- Over one week, the price fell by 2.2 cents per liter (-1.30%).
- Compared to the previous month, a slight decrease of 0.3 cents per liter was recorded (-0.20%).
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Compared to the previous year, the price fell by 5.1 cents per liter, a decrease of 2.90%.
- BioEthanol E85 :
- The price currently stands at €0.798/liter.
- Over one week, we observed a slight drop of 0.7 cents per liter (-0.90%).
- Compared to the previous month, a decrease of 0.9 cents per liter is noted (-1.10%).
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Over a period of one year, a spectacular drop of 19.7 cents per liter (-19.80%) was recorded, making this fuel particularly attractive ever since.
- Diesel (B7) :
- Currently at €1.659/liter.
- A drop of 2.1 cents per liter (-1.20%) was noted over one week.
- The decrease is 0.7 cents per liter (-0.40%) compared to last month.
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Over one year, diesel saw its price fall by 10.1 cents per liter, a drop of 5.70%, which represents a notable saving for diesel vehicles.
- LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) :
- Current price at €1.012/litre.
- Unlike other fuels, LPG saw an increase of 1.3 cents per liter over the last week (+1.30%).
- Over one month, the increase is 0.9 cents per liter (+0.90%).
- Over one year, the price increased by 1.8 cents per liter, an increase of 1.80%.
Implications for Motorists
Current trends indicate that, despite some increases, particularly for LPG, the majority of fuels (including BioEthanol E85 and Diesel) show significant declines over the year. This can be seen as an opportunity for consumers looking for an economical solution for their fuel needs. BioEthanol E85 particularly stands out for its significant reduction, which could encourage more investment in Flexfuel compatible vehicles to benefit from these long-term savings.
Conclusion
This price fluctuation demonstrates that although the fuel market is subject to numerous influences, French motorists can currently benefit from certain reductions, particularly in the long term. These changes present both
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| Today | For a week | For a month | For a year | |
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| Lead Free 98 (E5) | 1,829 €/l | – 2,8 cents/l (-1,50%) | – 0,6 cents/l (-0,30%) | – 2,9 cents/l (-1,60%) |
| Super 98 (E10) | 1,897 €/l | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E5) | 1,752 €/l | – 0,8 cents/l (-0,50%) | – 1,1 cents/l (-0,60%) | – 4,7 cents/l (-2,60%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E10) | 1,727 €/l | – 2,2 cents/l (-1,30%) | – 0,3 cents/l (-0,20%) | – 5,1 cents/l (-2,90%) |
| BioEthanol E85 | 0,798 €/l | – 0,7 cents/l (-0,90%) | – 0,9 cents/l (-1,10%) | – 19,7 cents/l (-19,80%) |
| Diesel (B7) | 1,659 €/l | – 2,1 cents/l (-1,20%) | – 0,7 cents/l (-0,40%) | – 10,1 cents/l (-5,70%) |
| GPL | 1,012 €/l | + 1,3 cents/l (+1,30%) | + 0,9 cents/l (+0,90%) | + 1,8 cents/l (+1,80%) |
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