Depending on your vehicle, filling up a full tank of petrol in January 2026 will cost a little less than it did in December 2025.
The UAE announced the new fuel prices for January 2026 on Wednesday, December 31. The Fuel Prices Monitoring Committee has reduced the rates, giving drivers a welcome relief at the start of the new year.
Fuel prices approved by the Ministry of Energy are set every month based on the average global oil price, along with the operating costs of distribution companies.
The new rates will take effect from January 1, 2026, as follows:
| Petrol | Rates |
| Super 98 | Dh2.53 |
| Special 95 | Dh2.42 |
| E-Plus 91 | Dh2.34 |
Depending on the type of vehicle you drive, filling up a full tank of petrol in January 2026 will cost between Dh8.67 and Dh12.58 less compared to December 2025.
Here’s a simple breakdown of what it would cost to fully fuel different vehicles:
Compact Cars
Average fuel tank: 51 litres
| Petrol | January | December |
| Super 98 | Dh129.03 | Dh137.70 |
| Special 95 | Dh123.42 | Dh131.58 |
| E-Plus 91 | Dh119.34 | Dh128.01 |
Sedan
Average fuel tank: 62 litres
| Petrol | January | December |
| Super 98 | Dh156.86 | Dh167.4 |
| Special 95 | Dh150.04 | Dh159.96 |
| E-Plus 91 | Dh145.08 | Dh155.62 |
SUV
Average fuel tank: 74 litres
| Petrol | January | December |
| Super 98 | Dh187.22 | Dh199.8 |
| Special 95 | Dh179.08 | Dh190.92 |
| E-Plus 91 | Dh173.16 | Dh185.74 |
Also Read: UAE Petrol, Diesel Prices for January 2026 Announced
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A passionate writer in the lubricant industry, Awais Iqbal has been covering oils, greases, and industrial fluids since the start of his career. At 25, he’s already written for blogs, catalogs, and brand guides across the UAE. Awais’s insights help companies connect with their audience, and his clear, helpful writing style is trusted by brands in the region.
