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Ethanol 85 prices across Australia

See how Ethanol 85 is priced across Australia. From 195.9 c, national average 247.3 c. Compare cheaper states, retailer networks and stations listing this grade.

Cheapest now

195.9c

Recent trend

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51.4c below the national Ethanol 85 average

at the cheapest of 127 stations

National avg
247.3 c
Highest
349.0 c
Stations
127
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The cheapest Ethanol 85 is 51.4c under the national average.

Good value nationally. But prices swing through the weekly cycle, so confirm the nearest station on the fuel map before driving.

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51.4¢ below National average

Cheapest listed · Ethanol 85

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Cheapest listed

195.9¢

vs National average

Across 127 stations

247.3¢

-51.4¢

About this grade

What is Ethanol 85?

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E85 is a high-ethanol blend (up to 85% ethanol) with a very high octane rating, sold at a small number of stations. It is only for flex-fuel vehicles built to handle it. Running E85 in a standard petrol engine can cause damage. Check compatibility before filling up.

Fuel details

Ethanol 85 key facts

Octane rating (RON)
105
Ethanol content
Up to 85%
Typical use
Flex-fuel vehicles only
Cheapest nationally
195.9 c
National average
247.3 c
Highest nationally
349.0 c
Stations tracked
127

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67-day reported history

Ethanol 85 price trend

Use the chart for the movement and the expandable table for exact daily averages. A local average is context, not a guaranteed bowser price at every station.

Latest update
12 July 2026, 10:00 am AEST
Evidence base
67 daily observations

What the data says

Ethanol 85 rose by 7.5c/L, from 236.9 to 244.4c/L.

Start
236.9c/L
Latest
244.4c/L
Net movement
+7.5c/L
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Ethanol 85 reported price history
DateAverage (c/L)Change (c)
6 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
7 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
8 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
9 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
10 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
11 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
12 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
13 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
14 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
15 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
16 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
17 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
18 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
19 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
20 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
21 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
22 May 2026236.9c/L0.0
23 May 2026236.6c/L-0.3
24 May 2026236.6c/L-0.3
25 May 2026236.6c/L-0.3
26 May 2026236.6c/L-0.3
27 May 2026237.2c/L+0.3
28 May 2026237.2c/L+0.3
29 May 2026237.6c/L+0.7
30 May 2026237.6c/L+0.7
31 May 2026237.7c/L+0.8
1 June 2026240.8c/L+3.9
2 June 2026240.8c/L+3.9
3 June 2026240.8c/L+3.9
4 June 2026240.8c/L+3.9
5 June 2026240.8c/L+3.9
6 June 2026240.6c/L+3.7
7 June 2026240.5c/L+3.6
8 June 2026240.5c/L+3.6
9 June 2026240.5c/L+3.6
10 June 2026240.5c/L+3.6
11 June 2026240.5c/L+3.6
12 June 2026240.2c/L+3.3
13 June 2026240.2c/L+3.3
14 June 2026240.2c/L+3.3
15 June 2026240.2c/L+3.3
16 June 2026240.2c/L+3.3
17 June 2026240.2c/L+3.3
18 June 2026240.1c/L+3.2
19 June 2026240.1c/L+3.2
20 June 2026240.1c/L+3.2
21 June 2026240.1c/L+3.2
22 June 2026240.1c/L+3.2
24 June 2026240.1c/L+3.2
25 June 2026240.0c/L+3.1
26 June 2026240.0c/L+3.1
27 June 2026239.9c/L+3.0
28 June 2026239.9c/L+3.0
29 June 2026239.9c/L+3.0
30 June 2026239.9c/L+3.0
1 July 2026239.9c/L+3.0
2 July 2026245.9c/L+9.0
3 July 2026246.4c/L+9.5
4 July 2026245.7c/L+8.8
5 July 2026245.7c/L+8.8
6 July 2026245.7c/L+8.8
7 July 2026245.7c/L+8.8
8 July 2026245.7c/L+8.8
9 July 2026245.7c/L+8.8
10 July 2026246.0c/L+9.1
11 July 2026246.0c/L+9.1
12 July 2026244.4c/L+7.5

Source: Ethanol 85 reported pump prices

Method: Daily observations use available reported station prices. Coverage and source update cadence can vary by date and area. Full methodology

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Retailer networks

Where to buy Ethanol 85

Average Ethanol 85 price across each retailer network, cheapest first. Brand averages are a guide; check nearby station prices, fuel grade and update time before choosing.

  1. AS
    ASTRONCheapest

    220.7c

    -26.6vs national avg
  2. UN
    United

    247.3c

    0.0vs national avg

State Snapshot

State and territory snapshot

Compare average and low Ethanol 85 prices by state or territory. State differences are often several cents per litre. Drill into any state for city and suburb detail.

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AreaAverageCheapestStations
QLD238.7 c195.9 c46
SA239.9 c239.9 c10
VIC246.7 c199.9 c54
NT249.9 c249.9 c2
WA269.9 c269.9 c13

Cheaper Areas

Cheapest locations for Ethanol 85

See where Ethanol 85 tends to be cheaper, then check individual stations on the map before driving.

Cheapest

Allan

4370 · QLD · 2 stations

217.9 c

#2

Arundel

4214 · QLD · 2 stations

239.9 c

#3

Coomera

4209 · QLD · 2 stations

239.9 c

#4

Albert Park

5014 · SA · 2 stations

239.9 c

#5

Corio

3214 · VIC · 2 stations

239.9 c

#6

Archerfield

4108 · QLD · 2 stations

239.9 c

#7

Gillman

5013 · SA · 2 stations

239.9 c

#8

Laverton North

3026 · VIC · 2 stations

249.9 c

#9

Hoppers Crossing

3029 · VIC · 3 stations

249.9 c

#10

Bangholme

3175 · VIC · 4 stations

249.9 c

#11

Garden City

3207 · VIC · 2 stations

249.9 c

#12

Botanic Ridge

3977 · VIC · 3 stations

249.9 c

Ethanol 85 snapshot

Reported Ethanol 85 prices in Australia

Reported Ethanol 85 prices

The lowest Ethanol 85 price listed across Australia is 195.9c/L, with a national average of 247.3c/L from 127 stations. Open the fuel map to see which nearby stations are pulling that Ethanol 85 average down.

Where to buy

Across retailer networks, the most competitive Ethanol 85 averages come from United (247.3c) and ASTRON (220.7c). Brand averages help with planning, but the cheapest individual station near you usually beats any network average. Especially near a cycle trough.

Cycle and value

The reported spread for Ethanol 85 runs up to 153.1c/L from cheapest to dearest station. Timing within the multi-week cycle often matters more than brand or suburb alone. see the price cycle tool before a large fill-up.

Cheaper areas for this grade

Cheaper pockets for Ethanol 85 include Allan (217.9 c), Arundel (239.9 c) and Coomera (239.9 c). Always confirm the exact station on the fuel map; a single station can beat even the area average by several cents.

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The cheapest reported Ethanol 85 is 195.9c/L, with a national average of 247.3c/L across 127 stations. Check station update times before driving.

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