The UAE Fuel Price Committee has announced new petrol and diesel rates for September 2026, and every fuel grade is more expensive than in August. If you drive in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah or Ras Al Khaimah, here is exactly what you will pay this month, what it means for your monthly running costs, and when the next update is due.

UAE Petrol and Diesel Prices: September 2026

Prices took effect on 1 September 2026 and apply at ADNOC, ENOC, EPPCO and other fuel retailers across the country. All four grades rose compared with August, and diesel posted the sharpest jump of the year so far.

Fuel Type	July 2026	August 2026	September 2026	Change (Aug to Sep)
Super 98	3.40	3.60	3.80	+0.20 (+5.5%)
Special 95	3.29	3.49	3.69	+0.20 (+5.7%)
E-Plus 91	3.21	3.41	3.61	+0.20 (+5.9%)
Diesel	3.60	3.80	4.30	+0.50 (+13%)

Diesel remains the most expensive fuel at the pump in AED per litre terms, now at AED 4.30, well ahead of Super 98 at AED 3.80. Special 95, the grade most UAE sedans and SUVs run on, now costs AED 3.69 per litre, that is 61 fils cheaper than diesel, a notably wide gap.

Fuel pump nozzle filling a car at a UAE petrol station

What September's Prices Mean for Your Monthly Fuel Bill

Take a typical mid-size sedan with a 50-litre tank, filled up twice a month, a common pattern for commuters in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

At August's Special 95 price (AED 3.49/litre): 100 litres cost AED 349 a month.
At September's Special 95 price (AED 3.69/litre): 100 litres cost AED 369 a month.

That is an extra AED 20 a month, or roughly AED 240 a year, just from this one price move. Diesel-powered SUVs and pickups filling the same 100 litres now pay AED 430, up AED 50 from August's AED 380, the steepest monthly jump of any grade this year.

Small increases like this add up. Keeping your engine properly serviced, tyres correctly inflated and air filters clean can offset some of the difference through better fuel economy. You can compare vetted garage servicing deals on motorcar.ae/offers or request a free quote at motorcar.ae/car-service.

What's Next: October 2026

September's figures are confirmed and official, effective from 1 September 2026. The UAE Fuel Price Committee typically announces the following month's rates around the last day of the current month, so October 2026 prices are expected to be confirmed around 30 September 2026. We will update this page with the new figures as soon as they are announced, and we are not speculating on the direction of that move until it is official.

For a full breakdown of September's increase, including a per-vehicle tank-cost table and who feels the diesel jump most, see our September 2026 fuel price update.

This page is updated monthly as soon as new UAE fuel prices are confirmed, so bookmark it if you want a running record of Dubai and Abu Dhabi petrol prices through 2026. You can also check July's update for earlier figures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do UAE petrol prices change every month?

The UAE deregulated fuel prices in 2015 and now adjusts them monthly through the Fuel Price Committee, tracking average global oil prices from the prior month rather than fixing rates for the year.

Which fuel grade should my car use?

Check your fuel cap or owner's manual. Most UAE-spec sedans and SUVs run on Special 95, while some performance and luxury models require Super 98. Using a lower grade than recommended can affect engine performance over time.

Is diesel cheaper than petrol in the UAE?

No. As of September 2026, diesel at AED 4.30 per litre is more expensive than Super 98, Special 95 and E-Plus 91, and the gap to Special 95 widened to 61 fils this month. Diesel vehicles typically make up the cost difference through better fuel efficiency on long highway drives.

Where can I check official UAE fuel prices?

Official rates are published monthly via the UAE government media office and reflected on ADNOC Distribution and ENOC station pricing pages.

Conclusion

September 2026 brought a clear increase across every fuel grade in the UAE, with Special 95 up to AED 3.69 and diesel up to AED 4.30 per litre, a 13% jump that hits diesel vehicle owners hardest. October's figures will be confirmed on or around 30 September. Until then, the best way to manage rising fuel costs is to keep your vehicle running efficiently.