Fuel prices in France continue to fluctuate, influenced by various economic and geopolitical factors. Understanding these developments is crucial for motorists, who directly feel the impact of these variations on their daily budget and their purchasing power. Let's take a detailed look at the current trends for the main fuel types: Unleaded 98 (SP98), Unleaded 95 (SP95), BioEthanol E85, Diesel (B7) and LPG.
Lead Free 98 (SP98)
The SP98 is often preferred by some drivers for its better performance and for certain specific engines. Currently priced at €1.836/l, this fuel saw a slight drop of 0.8 cents per liter last week, or a decrease of 0.40%. Over one month, its price remained almost stable with a marginal drop of 0.1 cents per liter. However, on an annual basis, SP98 fell by 3.60%, a significant decrease of 6.8 cents per liter. This long-term downward trend could be explained by a drop in global demand, variations in the price of a barrel of oil, or even changes in energy policy in France and Europe.
Lead Free 95 (SP95)
The SP95, known to be a slightly less expensive alternative to the SP98, is priced at €1.747/l. Unlike SP98, it saw a slight increase over the past week, with an increase of 1 cent per liter, or 0.60%. However, compared to last month, the price decreased by 1.3 cents per liter, a decrease of 0.70%. Over the year, SP95 saw a more significant decrease of 5.10%, or 9.3 cents per liter. This marked decline could be attributed to increased competition between distributors, who seek to attract consumers by offering more competitive prices.
BioEthanol E85
BioEthanol E85 is the most economical fuel among those we review, with a current price of €0.810/l. Its price increased slightly by 0.3 cents per liter last week and by 0.1 cents per liter over the month, indicating an increase of 0.40% and 0.10% respectively. However, over the year, this fuel shows a spectacular reduction of 21.20%, or a drop of 21.8 cents per liter. The increased use of bioenergy sources could explain this decline, highlighting a trend towards cleaner and more affordable fuels.
Diesel (B7)
Diesel, the most used fuel in France for a long time considered the cheapest, is now priced at €1.655/l. Its price fell slightly by 0.2 cents per liter last week, although it recorded an increase of 2.3 cents per liter over the month, equivalent to a rise of 1.40%. However, on an annual scale, the price of Diesel fell by 8.80%, a reduction of 15.9 cents per liter. Regulatory changes aimed at reducing the share of diesel engines, due to their harmful effects on the environment, can partly explain the downward pressure on prices.
GPL
LPG, recognized for its economical and ecological aspect, is currently sold at €1.006/l. Its price increased by 0.5 cents per liter over the past week and month, representing an increase of 0.50%. On an annual basis, the increase is slightly higher, with an increase of 0.7 cents per liter. Although LPG remains a marginal fuel compared to gasoline and diesel, its growing adoption could suffer from these recent price increases.
Conclusion
The dynamics of fuel prices in France show divergent trends. While SP98 and SP95 show a downward trend over the year, alternative fuels like BioEthanol E85 and Diesel are adapting their market position with steeper declines, prompting consumers to turn to these more affordable options . The increase in LPG prices underlines its favorable economic and ecological compromise position, although its market share remains limited. In the future, motorists will need to continue to monitor market developments, particularly through energy policy,
| Today | For a week | For a month | For a year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead Free 98 (E5) | 1,836 €/l | – 0,8 cents/l (-0,40%) | – 0,1 cents/l (-0,10%) | – 6,8 cents/l (-3,60%) |
| Super 98 (E10) | 1,897 €/l | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E5) | 1,747 €/l | + 1,0 cents/l (+0,60%) | – 1,3 cents/l (-0,70%) | – 9,3 cents/l (-5,10%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E10) | 1,728 €/l | – 0,8 cents/l (-0,50%) | – 0,5 cents/l (-0,30%) | – 9,3 cents/l (-5,10%) |
| BioEthanol E85 | 0,810 €/l | + 0,3 cents/l (+0,40%) | + 0,1 cents/l (+0,10%) | – 21,8 cents/l (-21,20%) |
| Diesel (B7) | 1,655 €/l | – 0,2 cents/l (-0,10%) | + 2,3 cents/l (+1,40%) | – 15,9 cents/l (-8,80%) |
| GPL | 1,006 €/l | + 0,5 cents/l (+0,50%) | + 0,5 cents/l (+0,50%) | + 0,7 cents/l (+0,70%) |
