Fuel Prices in France: A Complete Analysis
For several years, French motorists have been faced with significant volatility in fuel prices. Whether you drive a small city car or a large sedan, the cost of refueling can vary considerably from one month to the next, directly influencing household budgets. This article takes stock of the evolution of the prices of fuels currently available in France and analyzes the trends for the main types of fuels such as Unleaded 98, Unleaded 95, BioEthanol E85, Diesel, and LPG.
1. Lead Free 98 (E5)
The price of Unleaded 98, a popular fuel for its good performance and efficiency, now stands at €1.857/l. Observing its evolution, we note a slight decrease of 1.0 cent per liter (-0.50%) compared to the previous week. However, over the month, it experienced an increase of 2.2 cents per liter, an increase of 1.20%. From an annual perspective, the price decreased by 1.2 cents per liter, showing a decrease of 0.60%. This volatility highlights a market sensitive to economic and geopolitical fluctuations.
2. Lead Free 95 (E5)
Unleaded 95, another common option for motorists, is currently offered at €1.773/l. This fuel saw its price increase by 0.7 cents per liter (+0.40%) compared to the previous week. Over the month, the price increased by 1.7 cents per liter, an increase of 1.00%. However, on an annual scale, the price fell by 3.4 cents per liter, equivalent to a drop of 1.90%. These fluctuations indicate that the factors leading to the recent increase were not present throughout last year, highlighting an instability in costs for this fuel.
3. BioEthanol E85
BioEthanol E85 represents an economical and more environmentally friendly choice, its price being €0.805/l. Over the last week, this fuel saw its price decrease by 0.7 cents per liter (-0.90%). Over one month, the price remained stable. However, over one year, the price fell sharply by 12.9 cents per liter, a significant drop of 13.80%. This substantial decline over a longer period perhaps reflects a possible shift towards more sustainable fuels or favorable tax adjustments.
4. Gasoline (B7)
Diesel remains a widely consumed fuel in France, sold today at €1.684/l. Over the past week, its price fell slightly by 1.1 cents per liter (-0.60%). However, over the month, the price increased by 1.5 cents per liter, corresponding to an increase of 0.90%. On the other hand, over an annual period, it experienced a considerable drop of 6.4 cents per liter, or a decrease of 3.70%. These movements highlight opposing forces influencing the market: while some periods lead to increases, others lead to significant reductions on an annual basis.
5. GPL
LPG is an economical alternative, with a price of €1.012/l. Over the past week, the price has suffered a modest drop of 0.3 cents per liter (-0.30%). Over the month, a small increase of 0.1 cents per liter was recorded, corresponding to an increase of 0.10%. Over the year, LPG also showed an increase of 2.0 cents per liter, an increase of 2.00%. Although this annual increase remains relatively small, it nevertheless highlights a trend towards a slightly upward valuation of LPG, perhaps due to its reputation as a cleaner fuel.
Conclusion
Fuel prices in France reveal a fluctuating trend dictated by various internal and external factors. If certain fuels such as BioEthanol E85 have seen a drastic decline, Unleaded 98 and Diesel show more moderate variations both upwards and downwards on different time scales. For motorists, these fluctuations have a direct impact on the cost of ownership
| Today | For a week | For a month | For a year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead Free 98 (E5) | 1,857 €/l | – 1,0 cents/l (-0,50%) | + 2,2 cents/l (+1,20%) | – 1,2 cents/l (-0,60%) |
| Super 98 (E10) | 1,897 €/l | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) | 0 cents/l (0%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E5) | 1,773 €/l | + 0,7 cents/l (+0,40%) | + 1,7 cents/l (+1,00%) | – 3,4 cents/l (-1,90%) |
| Lead Free 95 (E10) | 1,752 €/l | – 0,7 cents/l (-0,40%) | + 2,1 cents/l (+1,20%) | – 2,6 cents/l (-1,50%) |
| BioEthanol E85 | 0,805 €/l | – 0,7 cents/l (-0,90%) | 0 cents/l (0%) | – 12,9 cents/l (-13,80%) |
| Diesel (B7) | 1,684 €/l | – 1,1 cents/l (-0,60%) | + 1,5 cents/l (+0,90%) | – 6,4 cents/l (-3,70%) |
| GPL | 1,012 €/l | – 0,3 cents/l (-0,30%) | + 0,1 cents/l (+0,10%) | + 2,0 cents/l (+2,00%) |
