Independent vs Lowes: Premium 98
Independent 799 stations · Lowes 43 stations
Independent is lower by
4.2c/L- Independent average
- 261.6
- Lowes average
- 265.8
- Grades both report
- 6
Independent averages 261.6 c/L and Lowes averages 265.8 c/L for Premium 98 across Australia. On a 50-litre fill, that is $2.10.
Premium 98 prices and stations
- Listed stationsEvery station FuelRadar lists for the brand79943Independent lists 756 more
Every fuel type, side by side
Independent has the lower average in 5 of 6 grades both brands report; Lowes in 1.
- Unleaded 91454 stations · 15 stations251.5251.6Independent 0.1c lower
- Ethanol 1071 stations · 7 stations229.7240.3Independent 10.6c lower
- Diesel453 stations · 27 stations285.7285.4Lowes 0.3c lower
- Premium Diesel53 stations · 7 stations277.3283.9Independent 6.6c lower
- Premium 95170 stations · 3 stations258.4280.3Independent 21.9c lower
- Premium 98186 stations · 10 stations261.6265.8Independent 4.2c lower
Premium 98 by state
Average Premium 98 in each state where both brands have a current report.
- New South Wales82 stations · 9 stations260.6266.2Independent 5.6c lower
- Tasmania6 stations · 1 station276.1261.9Lowes 14.2c lower
Independent reports in QLD, WA, NSW, VIC, NT, TAS, SA. Lowes reports in NSW, VIC, TAS, QLD.
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Independent vs Lowes questions
Is Independent or Lowes cheaper for Premium 98?
Across the current national Premium 98 reports, Independent has the lower average at 261.6c, compared with 265.8c for Lowes. These samples cover different stations and locations. Check nearby prices and update times before choosing.
What is the average Independent Premium 98 price?
Independent Premium 98 averages 261.6c across 186 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 195c.
What is the average Lowes Premium 98 price?
Lowes Premium 98 averages 265.8c across 10 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 257.9c.
Should I always pick the cheaper brand?
Not necessarily. Brand averages move with the price cycle, and loyalty dockets or fuel vouchers can shift the real cost. Use this comparison as a guide, then check the fuel map for nearby station prices on your route.