Premium 98 Prices Across Australia

The national average premium 98 price in Australia is 220.0 cents per litre as of 28 July 2026, based on 6,872 stations tracked twice daily via official government APIs (NSW FuelCheck, QLD Fuel API, SA Informed Sources, VIC Fair Fuel, WA FuelWatch, NT MyFuel, TAS FuelCheck) plus community-verified sources for ACT and NZ. Prices range from 184.9c/L (cheapest) to 439.9c/L (most expensive), a 255.0c spread.

Currently, Premium 98 is available at 6,872 service stations across 23 Australian states and territories. Prices range from 184.9c to 439.9c per litre, with a national average of 220.0c/L. The 255.0c/L price spread means savvy motorists can save up to $127.50 on a 50L tank by shopping around. Premium 98 commands a 16.7c/L premium (8.2%) over regular Unleaded 91. Western Australia offers the cheapest P98 prices (averaging 212.9c/L), while Northern Territory is 25.3c/L higher at 238.2c/L. Among major retailers, Costco consistently offers competitive P98 pricing, averaging 198.5c/L across their 16 stations.

Last updated: 10:29 PM, 28 Jul 2026

5 cheapest premium 98 stations in Australia right now

#	Station	Suburb	Premium 98
1	Felton Produce Market	Toowoomba Regional, QLD	184.9c
2	Chidlow Growers Mart Liquor Store	Chidlow, WA	186.0c
3	Pearl Energy Gin Gin	Gin Gin, QLD	186.5c
4	APCO Alfredton	Alfredton, VIC	186.9c
5	APCO Main Rd - Ballarat	Ballarat, VIC	186.9c

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220.0c

Average Price

184.9c

Cheapest Price

6,872+

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255.0c

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PetrolSMART. Smart Fuel Insights

Prices Holding Steady

Prices are pretty stable at the moment. We're tracking 6,933 stations across Australia.

243 Price Drops Found

We've spotted 243 servos with recent price drops, currently cheaper than their local area average.

Cheapest Day: Wednesday

Looking at the data, Wednesday tends to have the best prices. Worth planning your fill around if you can.

PetrolSMART Price Intelligence

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Price Cycle Overview

Distribution of stations across cycle phases in Premium 98

Dominant

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14% conf

Low 15% (2691)

Rising 82% (14659)

High 1% (180)

Falling 2% (373)

Rising Phase Dominant

Prices climbing - fill up soon to save

7-Day Price Forecast

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Prices Expected to Hold Steady

Prices across Premium 98 are expected to remain relatively stable over the next week. Fill up when convenient.

Best Day to Fill Up

Wednesday

Based on historical price patterns in Premium 98, Wednesday tends to offer the best prices. Midweek can be a sweet spot before weekend price hikes.

Compared to Unleaded 91

16.7c/L more expensive

(8.2% premium) – ULP averages 203.3c/L vs P98 at 220.0c/L

Premium 98 Prices by State

State	Average	Cheapest	Highest	Stations
Western Australia	212.9c	186.0c	288.0c	844
Victoria	216.7c	186.9c	286.9c	1,705
New South Wales	217.1c	188.0c	287.9c	1,703
Queensland	218.1c	184.9c	288.0c	1,401
Tasmania	218.8c	189.9c	253.9c	235
South Australia	219.3c	190.9c	299.9c	586
Australian Capital Territory	227.3c	198.7c	235.9c	68
Northern Territory	238.2c	215.9c	303.3c	41

Cheapest Premium 98 Stations

#	Station	Brand	Suburb	State	Price
1	Felton Produce Market	Independent	Toowoomba Regional	QLD	184.9c
2	Chidlow Growers Mart Liquor Store	Independent	Chidlow	WA	186.0c
3	Pearl Energy Gin Gin	Pearl Energy	Gin Gin	QLD	186.5c
4	APCO Alfredton	APCO	Alfredton	VIC	186.9c
5	APCO Main Rd - Ballarat	APCO	Ballarat	VIC	186.9c
6	Bribbaree SERVO	Bribbaree Servo	Bribbaree	NSW	188.0c
7	BP Horsham	BP	Horsham	VIC	188.7c
8	LMCT+ Preston - (Members Only)	LMCT+	Preston	VIC	189.7c
9	Logan & Hitchens	Independent	Ganmain	NSW	189.9c
10	Mobil Stawell Roadhouse	Exxon	Stawell	VIC	189.9c
11	Metro Petroleum Golden Point	Metro	Golden Point	VIC	189.9c
12	Pearl Energy Wendouree	Pearl Energy	Wendouree	VIC	189.9c
13	Metro Petroleum Dingley Village (Unmanned Site)	Metro	Dingley Village	VIC	189.9c
14	Astron Beauty Point (Unmanned) Petrol Station	Astron	Beauty Point	TAS	189.9c
15	Mobil Stawell	Mobil	Stawell	VIC	189.9c

Premium 98 Prices by Brand

Brand	Average Price	Cheapest	Stations
Costco	198.5c	192.7c	16
Burk	200.5c	195.3c	20
APCO	200.8c	186.9c	20
Petro Fuels	202.4c	198.8c	7
Atlas	202.9c	194.9c	26
Speedway	204.4c	197.5c	44
Pearl Energy	204.9c	186.5c	70
Pacific	205.8c	198.5c	23
Matthews	206.2c	190.9c	9
Vibe	206.4c	198.9c	48
Metro	206.5c	189.9c	253
Exxon	207.4c	189.9c	15

About Premium 98

The highest octane petrol available in Australia. Designed for high-performance and luxury vehicles that require maximum octane for optimal performance.

Suitable for: High-performance vehicles, sports cars, luxury European vehicles requiring 98 RON

Octane Rating: 98 RON

Complete Guide to Premium 98 in Australia

Overview

Premium 98 is Australia's highest octane petrol, offering maximum knock resistance for high-performance and high-compression engines. It is the fuel of choice for sports cars, luxury vehicles, and performance-tuned engines that demand the best available octane for peak power delivery. Major brands market their 98 RON offerings with proprietary additive packages (Shell V-Power, BP Ultimate, Ampol Amplify Premium) that include additional detergents and friction modifiers.

Who Should Use Premium 98?

Premium 98 is essential for vehicles that specify 98 RON as the minimum requirement, including many BMW M-series, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, and high-output turbocharged engines. It also benefits vehicles rated for 95 RON minimum where the manufacturer recommends 98 RON for best performance. If your vehicle only requires 91 RON, Premium 98 provides no measurable benefit and is an unnecessary expense.

Buying Tips for Australian Motorists

Premium 98 commands the highest pump price of any petrol grade, typically 20 to 30 cents more than ULP and 10 to 15 cents above Premium 95. Price cycle discounts on Premium 98 are generally shallower in absolute terms, but percentage savings remain meaningful. Shell V-Power, BP Ultimate, and Ampol Amplify Premium are the most common 98 RON offerings. Independent stations rarely stock 98 RON, so pricing competition is lower than for ULP or E10.

Fuel Efficiency and Economy

In vehicles designed for 98 RON, the engine management system can use the most aggressive ignition advance timing, extracting maximum power and optimal fuel efficiency. This typically translates to 2 to 5 percent better fuel economy compared to running the same engine on 91 RON ULP. For a performance vehicle consuming 10L/100km, that 3% improvement saves about 0.3L per 100km. Whether this offsets the 20+ cent per litre premium depends on your annual distance and the specific vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions About Premium 98

Do the branded additives in Premium 98 actually make a difference?

The additive packages in Shell V-Power, BP Ultimate, and similar branded 98 RON fuels do contain additional detergents and friction modifiers beyond the base fuel standard. Independent tests suggest these additives can help keep fuel injectors and intake valves cleaner over time, which may preserve engine efficiency. However, the primary benefit of 98 RON remains the higher octane rating itself, not the additives.

Will Premium 98 clean my engine if I usually use ULP?

Switching to 98 RON occasionally will not "clean" an engine that has been running on ULP. The detergent additives in premium fuels work preventatively over consistent use, not as a one-time cleaning agent. If you want to maintain injector cleanliness, using a quality fuel injector cleaner additive once every 10,000km is more effective and cheaper than sporadic premium fuel use.

Is Premium 98 worth it for a vehicle that only requires 91 RON?

No. If your engine is designed for 91 RON, using 98 RON will not increase power, improve fuel economy, or provide meaningful engine protection benefits. The engine's compression ratio and ignition mapping are designed for 91 RON, and the higher octane simply provides knock resistance that the engine does not need. Save your money and use ULP or E10.