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UAE announces fuel prices: How much will a full tank cost in March 2026?
Depending on the type of vehicle you drive, getting a full tank of petrol in March will cost you between Dh7.14 and Dh10.36 more than in February
- PUBLISHED: Sat 28 Feb 2026, 12:18 PM
The UAE on Saturday (February 28) announced the fuel prices for the month of March 2026, with the Fuel Prices Monitoring Committee slightly increasing the rates.
The UAE's Ministry of Energy-approved fuel prices are determined monthly based on the average global oil price, whether up or down, after adding distribution companies' operating costs. The new rates will apply from March 1 and are as follows:
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Depending on the type of vehicle you drive, getting a full tank of petrol in March will cost you between Dh7.14 and Dh10.36 more than in February.
Here is a breakdown of how much it would cost to get your vehicle fully fuelled up:
Compact cars
Average fuel tank capacity: 51 litres
Sedan
Average fuel tank capacity: 62 litres
SUV
Average fuel tank capacity: 74 litres
Ajanta Paul is a Senior Editor on the Digital team. A natural leader and newshound, she thrives in breaking news and high-pressure situations — and enjoys reporting on community issues that matter to UAE residents.