UAE Petrol and Diesel Prices Rise for August 2026: New Rates Announced
By Mohammed
Motorists across the UAE will pay more for petrol and diesel in August after the UAE Fuel Price Committee announced an increase of **20 fils per litre across every fuel category**.
The revised prices take effect from **Saturday, August 1, 2026**, and will apply at fuel stations throughout the country.
## **UAE fuel prices for August 2026**
The approved prices per litre are:
- **Super 98 petrol:** AED 3.60 - **Special 95 petrol:** AED 3.49 - **E-Plus 91 petrol:** AED 3.41 - **Diesel:** AED 3.80
The UAE Fuel Price Committee described the changes as limited adjustments made in line with movements in global markets.
## **How much have prices increased?**
All four fuel categories have increased by **AED 0.20 per litre** compared with July.
### **Super 98**
Super 98 will cost **AED 3.60 per litre**, up from AED 3.40 in July.
### **Special 95**
Special 95 will cost **AED 3.49 per litre**, compared with AED 3.29 previously.
### **E-Plus 91**
E-Plus 91 will rise to **AED 3.41 per litre**, up from AED 3.21.
### **Diesel**
Diesel will cost **AED 3.80 per litre**, compared with AED 3.60 in July.
## **August and July fuel prices compared**
The month-on-month changes are:
- Super 98: AED 3.40 to AED 3.60 - Special 95: AED 3.29 to AED 3.49 - E-Plus 91: AED 3.21 to AED 3.41 - Diesel: AED 3.60 to AED 3.80
This represents an increase of around **5.6% to 6.2%**, depending on the fuel grade.
## **How much more will a full tank cost?**
The increase adds **AED 0.20 for every litre purchased**.
For a vehicle with a 50-litre tank, filling from empty will cost approximately AED 10 more than in July.
For a 60-litre tank, the additional cost will be approximately AED 12, while a 75-litre tank will cost about AED 15 more to fill.
## **Estimated full-tank cost for August**
### **Compact car with a 51-litre tank**
- Super 98: AED 183.60 - Special 95: AED 177.99 - E-Plus 91: AED 173.91
### **Sedan with a 62-litre tank**
- Super 98: AED 223.20 - Special 95: AED 216.38 - E-Plus 91: AED 211.42
### **SUV with a 74-litre tank**
- Super 98: AED 266.40 - Special 95: AED 258.26 - E-Plus 91: AED 252.34
Actual costs will vary depending on the vehicle’s tank size and the amount of fuel already remaining.
## **When do the new prices begin?**
The August rates take effect on **August 1, 2026**.
Fuel purchased before the change will continue to be charged at July’s prices, while transactions completed from the start of August will use the newly announced rates.
## **Why do UAE petrol prices change every month?**
The UAE reviews retail fuel prices at the end of every month.
Monthly rates are adjusted to reflect changes in international energy markets, including movements in crude oil and refined fuel prices, together with distribution-related costs.
The pricing system means fuel rates can rise or fall depending on global market conditions rather than remaining fixed for extended periods.
## **Prices fell sharply in July**
The August increase follows a significant reduction in July.
In July, Super 98 fell to AED 3.40 from AED 3.95 in June, while Special 95 dropped to AED 3.29 from AED 3.83. E-Plus 91 decreased to AED 3.21 from AED 3.76, and diesel fell to AED 3.60 from AED 4.33.
Despite the latest increase, August petrol prices remain below the elevated rates recorded in June.
## **Which petrol grade should drivers use?**
Motorists should use the fuel grade recommended by their vehicle manufacturer.
- **E-Plus 91** is generally suitable for vehicles designed to run on lower-octane petrol. - **Special 95** is widely used by many passenger vehicles. - **Super 98** is commonly recommended for high-performance engines or vehicles requiring higher-octane fuel.
Using a higher grade than the manufacturer recommends does not necessarily improve fuel efficiency or engine performance.
## **Ways motorists can reduce fuel consumption**
Drivers may be able to limit the impact of higher fuel prices by:
- Maintaining the recommended tyre pressure - Avoiding sudden acceleration and harsh braking - Removing unnecessary weight from the vehicle - Combining multiple journeys where possible - Keeping the engine properly serviced - Avoiding excessive idling - Using cruise control where suitable - Planning routes to reduce congestion and unnecessary distance
Small efficiency improvements can become more valuable when fuel prices rise.
## **Impact on transport and delivery costs**
Higher diesel prices may affect businesses operating trucks, buses, delivery vans and other commercial vehicles.
Fuel is a major operating expense for logistics and transportation companies. Although the August increase is limited to 20 fils per litre, repeated price changes can influence delivery costs, fleet budgets and transportation-related expenses.
The direct impact on consumers will depend on whether businesses absorb the increase or adjust their service charges.
## **Why this matters**
Fuel prices directly affect commuting costs for UAE residents and operating expenses for transport-dependent businesses.
The August increase means motorists will pay an additional AED 10 for every 50 litres of fuel purchased compared with July. While this may appear modest for a single refill, the cost can add up for people who drive long distances or refuel several times each month.
Drivers should check the fuel grade required by their vehicle, plan monthly transport budgets accordingly and follow fuel-efficient driving habits where possible.
## **FAQs**
### **What is the UAE petrol price for August 2026?**
Super 98 costs AED 3.60 per litre, Special 95 costs AED 3.49, and E-Plus 91 costs AED 3.41.
### **What is the diesel price for August 2026?**
Diesel costs AED 3.80 per litre.
### **Did petrol prices increase or decrease?**
Petrol and diesel prices increased by AED 0.20 per litre across all categories compared with July.
### **When do the new fuel prices take effect?**
The revised rates take effect from August 1, 2026.
### **How much more will a 50-litre tank cost?**
A complete 50-litre refill will cost approximately AED 10 more than it did in July.
### **Are August prices higher than June?**
No. Although prices have increased from July, the three petrol grades and diesel remain below the significantly higher rates recorded in June.
## **Source Credits**
Information source and resource owners: UAE Fuel Price Committee, Emirates News Agency, Khaleej Times, Gulf News and Sharjah 24.
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