Independent vs Metro: Unleaded 91
Independent 799 stations · Metro 310 stations
Metro is lower by
18.7c/L- Independent average
- 251.5
- Metro average
- 232.8
- Grades both report
- 7
Independent averages 251.5 c/L and Metro averages 232.8 c/L for Unleaded 91 across Australia. On a 50-litre fill, that is $9.35.
Unleaded 91 prices and stations
- Listed stationsEvery station FuelRadar lists for the brand799310Independent lists 489 more
Every fuel type, side by side
Independent has the lower average in 0 of 7 grades both brands report; Metro in 7.
- Unleaded 91453 stations · 262 stations251.5232.8Metro 18.7c lower
- Ethanol 1071 stations · 206 stations229.7229.1Metro 0.6c lower
- Diesel454 stations · 70 stations285.6266.6Metro 19.0c lower
- Premium Diesel53 stations · 199 stations277.3271.9Metro 5.4c lower
- Premium 95170 stations · 75 stations258.4244.8Metro 13.6c lower
- Premium 98186 stations · 220 stations261.6254.5Metro 7.1c lower
- LPG (Autogas)5 stations · 16 stations117.094.1Metro 22.9c lower
Unleaded 91 by state
Average Unleaded 91 in each state where both brands have a current report.
- Queensland108 stations · 27 stations245.2232.6Metro 12.6c lower
- Western Australia71 stations · 12 stations273.5223.7Metro 49.8c lower
- New South Wales153 stations · 175 stations240.8233.6Metro 7.2c lower
- Victoria32 stations · 40 stations242.1231.0Metro 11.1c lower
Independent reports in QLD, WA, NSW, VIC, NT, TAS, SA. Metro reports in NSW, VIC, WA, QLD, ACT.
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Independent vs Metro questions
Is Independent or Metro cheaper for Unleaded 91?
Across the current national Unleaded 91 reports, Metro has the lower average at 232.8c, compared with 251.5c for Independent. These samples cover different stations and locations. Check nearby prices and update times before choosing.
What is the average Independent Unleaded 91 price?
Independent Unleaded 91 averages 251.5c across 453 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 195c.
What is the average Metro Unleaded 91 price?
Metro Unleaded 91 averages 232.8c across 262 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 209.2c.
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.