Shell vs United: Premium Diesel

Shell 344 stations · United 391 stations

United is lower by

5.7c/L
Shell average
281.9
United average
276.2
Grades both report
7

Shell averages 281.9 c/L and United averages 276.2 c/L for Premium Diesel across Australia. On a 50-litre fill, that is $2.85.

Premium Diesel prices and stations

BrandShellUnitedDifference
  • Listed stationsEvery station FuelRadar lists for the brand344391United lists 47 more

Premium Diesel by state

Average Premium Diesel in each state where both brands have a current report.

  • Victoria17 stations · 39 stations280.1276.5United 3.6c lower
  • New South Wales56 stations · 8 stations284.9282.8United 2.1c lower
  • Western Australia14 stations · 12 stations273.7262.6United 11.1c lower
  • South Australia4 stations · 9 stations281.1273.5United 7.6c lower
  • Queensland17 stations · 20 stations280.8279.8United 1.0c lower
  • Tasmania1 station · 4 stations285.9287.7Shell 1.8c lower

Shell reports in VIC, NSW, WA, SA, QLD, TAS, NT. United reports in NSW, SA, VIC, QLD, NT, TAS, WA, ACT.

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Shell vs United questions

Is Shell or United cheaper for Premium Diesel?

Across the current national Premium Diesel reports, United has the lower average at 276.2c, compared with 281.9c for Shell. These samples cover different stations and locations. Check nearby prices and update times before choosing.

What is the average Shell Premium Diesel price?

Shell Premium Diesel averages 281.9c across 109 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 259.9c.

What is the average United Premium Diesel price?

United Premium Diesel averages 276.2c across 92 reporting stations in Australia, with the cheapest listed at 250.5c.

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.