Gasoline and diesel prices in Spain continue to show some instability, with significant differences between stations. After months of high figures, prices have seen slight drops in some areas, but they remain a major expense for drivers.
The final price of fuel varies widely depending on the region, the brand of the station, and the additives used. That is why many drivers are now looking for ways to save: comparing prices, planning routes better, or refueling at cheaper stations has become a common practice.
Adding to this is the uncertainty in the international market, with tensions in Iran affecting oil production and transport. Although Spain does not directly depend on that route, any disruption in global supply can eventually impact pump prices.
**Average Fuel Prices Today in Mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands**
– Unleaded 95: €1.547/l
– Unleaded 98: €1.717/l
– Diesel A: €1.708/l
– Diesel A+: €1.794/l
– Diesel B: €1.393/l
– Diesel C: €1.421/l
**Average Prices by Major Brands**
– **Repsol**: Unleaded 95 €1.590/l, Unleaded 98 €1.720/l, Diesel A €1.695/l, Diesel A+ €1.670/l
– **Moeve**: Unleaded 95 €1.563/l, Unleaded 98 €1.663/l, Diesel A €1.651/l, Diesel A+ €1.728/l
– **BP**: Unleaded 95 €1.527/l, Unleaded 98 €1.664/l, Diesel A €1.575/l, Diesel A+ €1.670/l
– **Galp**: Unleaded 95 €1.525/l, Unleaded 98 €1.669/l, Diesel A €1.600/l, Diesel A+ €1.685/l
– **Shell**: Unleaded 95 €1.524/l, Unleaded 98 €1.645/l, Diesel A €1.632/l, Diesel A+ €1.716/l
– **Alcampo**: Unleaded 95 €1.397/l, Unleaded 98 €1.536/l, Diesel A €1.565/l, Diesel A+ €1.605/l
– **BonArea**: Unleaded 95 €1.391/l, Unleaded 98 €1.443/l, Diesel A €1.562/l
– **Ballenoil**: Unleaded 95 €1.433/l, Diesel A €1.610/l, Diesel A+ €1.592/l
A person refuels at a service station in Tenerife (Image source: El Día)
Ultimately, filling the tank remains a noticeable expense, so checking prices and planning refueling stops has become an important routine.
**What Is Brent and Why Does It Matter?**
Brent is one of the world’s main benchmark crude oils, used to set international oil prices. It comes from the North Sea, between the UK and Norway, and its quotation serves as a reference for most oil traded in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. This crude is relatively light and low in sulfur, making it easier to refine and a common benchmark in energy markets.
Its importance lies in its ability to signal global oil price trends, which directly affects fuel, transport, and energy costs. When Brent rises, gasoline and diesel prices typically follow, potentially pushing inflation upward. When it falls, energy costs ease. Governments, companies, and financial markets closely watch its movements because it acts as a thermometer of the economy and global geopolitical stability.
