Prime vs Shell: Premium Diesel
Prime 3 stations · Shell 344 stations
Prime is lower by
12.7c/L- Prime average
- 269.5
- Shell average
- 282.2
- Grades both report
- 6
Prime averages 269.5 c/L and Shell averages 282.2 c/L for Premium Diesel across Australia. On a 50-litre fill, that is $6.35.
Premium Diesel prices and stations
- Listed stationsEvery station FuelRadar lists for the brand3344Shell lists 341 more
Every fuel type, side by side
Prime has the lower average in 6 of 6 grades both brands report; Shell in 0.
- Unleaded 913 stations · 272 stations228.4242.8Prime 14.4c lower
- Ethanol 101 station · 98 stations229.9235.9Prime 6.0c lower
- Diesel2 stations · 224 stations275.8280.7Prime 4.9c lower
- Premium Diesel1 station · 109 stations269.5282.2Prime 12.7c lower
- Premium 951 station · 100 stations254.9255.2Prime 0.3c lower
- Premium 982 stations · 234 stations251.7264.3Prime 12.6c lower
Premium Diesel by state
Average Premium Diesel in each state where both brands have a current report.
- New South Wales1 station · 56 stations269.5284.9Prime 15.4c lower
Prime reports in NSW. Shell reports in VIC, NSW, WA, SA, QLD, TAS, NT.
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Prime vs Shell questions
Is Prime or Shell cheaper for Premium Diesel?
Across the current national Premium Diesel reports, Prime has the lower average at 269.5c, compared with 282.2c for Shell. These samples cover different stations and locations. Check nearby prices and update times before choosing.
What is the average Prime Premium Diesel price?
Prime Premium Diesel averages 269.5c across 1 reporting station in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 269.5c.
What is the average Shell Premium Diesel price?
Shell Premium Diesel averages 282.2c across 109 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 259.9c.
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.