Full Tanks Cost Up to Dh14.80 More as UAE Fuel Prices Hike for August
Dh14.80 extra per fill-up is the upper limit motorists face at UAE pumps in August 2026, following official monthly fuel price revisions set by the UAE Fuel Price Committee. Depending on vehicle type and tank size, getting a full tank costs between Dh10.2 and Dh14.8 more than it did in July, tracking shifts in international energy markets.
Fuel Rates Across All Grades Shift Higher for August
The August rates mark a uniform increase across all fuel types compared to July prices. Super 98 petrol moved up to Dh3.60 per litre from Dh3.40. Special 95 petrol climbed to Dh3.49 per litre from Dh3.29, while E-Plus 91 reached Dh3.41 per litre after sitting at Dh3.21 the previous month. Commercial transport fuel also saw an identical bump, with diesel rising to Dh3.80 per litre from Dh3.60.
| Fuel Grade | August 2026 Rate | July 2026 Rate | Per-Litre Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super 98 | Dh3.60 / litre | Dh3.40 / litre | Dh0.20 increase |
| Special 95 | Dh3.49 / litre | Dh3.29 / litre | Dh0.20 increase |
| E-Plus 91 | Dh3.41 / litre | Dh3.21 / litre | Dh0.20 increase |
| Diesel | Dh3.80 / litre | Dh3.60 / litre | Dh0.20 increase |
What Higher Refueling Costs Mean for Fleet Margins
For corporate fleets, logistics operators, and small-business owners, a flat Dh0.20 per litre increase across every fuel category immediately impacts monthly overheads. Logistics firms operating heavy diesel vehicles will see direct pressure on haulage margins as diesel rates climb from Dh3.60 to Dh3.80 per litre.
Everyday vehicle operators face extra out-of-pocket expenses per refuel. Individual drivers and enterprise managers overseeing sales or field staff will need to budget between Dh10.2 and Dh14.8 extra per vehicle for every full tank completed throughout August.
