Evolution of fuel prices in France: What motorists need to know
The prices of different fuels in France experience variations which can significantly influence the budget of motorists. By looking at recent data on pump prices, we see trends that may be of interest to all road users.
Lead Free 98 (E5)
The current price of Unleaded 98 (E5) is €1.992/l. Over the past year, the price has increased by 8.0 cents, an increase of 4.20%. Despite a slight decline of 0.3 cents over the past week, the price shows a small recovery of 1.0 cents over the past month. This gradual increase over the year can weigh on the budget of users of old or performance vehicles who often favor this type of fuel for its quality.
Lead Free 95 (E5 and E10)
Unleaded 95 E5, sold at €1.930/l, fell by 0.4 cents this last week. Over a month it saw a modest increase of 0.3 cents, while over a year the price was increased by 7.3 cents (an increase of 3.90%). As for Unleaded 95 E10, less expensive, which retails at €1.905/l, its price was reduced by 1.5 cents last week, and fell by 0.1 cent over the last month, with however an annual increase of 7.8 cents, illustrating a similar increase over the year (+4.30%).
BioEthanol E85
BioEthanol E85 undoubtedly has the advantage of the lowest price, at €0.897/l. It represents a more economically attractive option with a notable drop of 21.8 cents over the year, a fall of 19.60%. However, absolute price stability over the past week and a tiny drop of 0.1 cent over the month show some stabilization in recent prices.
Diesel (B7)
Diesel, a fuel mainly used for long distances and heavy transport, currently sells for €1.746/l. This price reflects a considerable decline of 3.2 cents over the past week and 5.9 cents over the past month. That said, over the year, the price increased by 8.6 cents, an increase of +5.20%.
LPG
LPG, although less common, is an interesting alternative with continued improvements in availability. Its price is 1.001 €/l, with a slight increase of 0.6 cents this week and 0.3 cents for the month. The annual increase is 1.6 cents, indicating a slight upward trend (+1.60%).
Summary of fuel prices in France this Monday May 6, 2024
| Fuel | Today | For a week | Since one month | Since a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead Free 98 (E5) | 1.992 €/l | – 0.3 cents/l (-0.20%) | + 1.0 cents/l (+0.50%) | + 8.0 cents/l (+4.20%) |
| Super 98 (E10) | 1.897 €/l | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E5) | 1,930 €/l | – 0.4 cents/l (-0.20%) | + 0.3 cents/l (+0.20%) | + 7.3 cents/l (+3.90%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E10) | 1.905 €/l | – 1.5 cents/l (-0.80%) | – 0.1 cents/l (-0.10%) | + 7.8 cents/l (+4.30%) |
| BioEthanol E85 | 0.897 €/l | 0 cents/l (0%) | – 0.1 cents/l (-0.10%) | – 21.8 cents/l (-19.60%) |
| Diesel (B7) | 1.746 €/l | – 3.2 cents/l (-1.80%) | – 5.9 cents/l (-3.30%) | + 8.6 cents/l (+5.20%) |
| LPG | 1.001 €/l | + 0.6 cents/l (+0.60%) | + 0.3 cents/l (+0.30%) | + 1.6 cents/l (+1.60%) |
