Petrol
CNY 8.00 / litre
$1.10 per litre
Petrol Price in China Today — NDRC Fuel Rates in CNY per Litre
Live petrol and diesel reference rates in CNY, with Brent crude comparison, 30-day trend, and pricing policy context for China.
Diesel
CNY 7.64 / litre
$1.20 per litre
Live Update
weekly
Source cycle: NDRC
Fuel Product Prices
Quick reference for barrel, petrol, diesel, kerosene oil, and LPG Prices.
Crude Oil Barrel
$110.10 / barrel
Global benchmark
Petrol
CNY 8.00 / litre
$1.10 per litre
Diesel
CNY 7.64 / litre
$1.20 per litre
Kerosene Oil
Regional benchmark
Varies by distributor
LPG
Supplier benchmark
Cylinder rates vary
Fuel Update Cycle
weekly
NDRC
Brent Crude Context
Brent crude is currently $110.10 per barrel ($0.69 per litre reference), updated Apr 6, 2026, 6:23 PM.
China vs Brent
Premium: $0.41/L
Local taxes, subsidy policy, and distribution costs drive this spread.
Weekly move
+0.91%
Last 7 days: $1.09 → $1.10
30-Day Fuel Snapshot
Quick movement table for China based on the latest benchmark cycle.
| Window | Petrol (USD/L) | Diesel (USD/L) |
|---|---|---|
| 30d ago | $1.05 | $1.15 |
| 21d ago | $1.07 | $1.17 |
| 14d ago | $1.08 | $1.19 |
| 7d ago | $1.09 | $1.19 |
| Today | $1.10 | $1.20 |
Monthly Fuel Cost Calculator
Estimate monthly travel cost from daily distance, efficiency, and latest reference fuel price.
Estimated monthly cost
$137.5
125 litres × $1.1 per litre
Calculator uses USD-per-litre reference for cross-country planning.
Nearby Country Comparison
Compare China with nearby markets to see tax, subsidy, and policy-driven price differences.
| Country | Petrol (USD/L) | Diesel (USD/L) | Open page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇯🇵 Japan | $1.13 | $0.99 | Japan Petrol Prices |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | $1.38 | $1.38 | South Korea Petrol Prices |
| 🇮🇳 India | $1.08 | $0.97 | India Petrol Prices |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | $0.47 | $0.46 | Malaysia Petrol Prices |
Why fuel prices change in China
Fuel prices in China move with global Brent and WTI benchmarks, but local policy determines how quickly global changes pass through to pump rates.
China uses a managed pricing system tied to global crude bands instead of fully free daily station pricing. Because fuel is part of transport and logistics cost, retail inflation often follows large petrol or diesel moves.
Current model: Managed benchmark with adjustment bands. Authority: NDRC. This is why neighboring countries can post very different prices even on the same day.
FAQs
What is the petrol price in China today?
Today's petrol benchmark in China is CNY 8.00 / litre (about $1.10 per litre). This reference is updated weekly.
What is the diesel price in China today?
Current diesel benchmark is CNY 7.64 / litre (about $1.20 per litre). Compare this with petrol to see transport cost pressure in China.
Why are fuel prices different in China?
China pricing depends on managed benchmark with adjustment bands, tax or subsidy policy, and import economics. China uses a managed pricing system tied to global crude bands instead of fully free daily station pricing.
When does China update petrol and diesel rates?
China follows a weekly review cycle under NDRC. For station-level retail quotes, always verify locally before purchase.
How can I compare China fuel rates with nearby countries?
Use the nearby comparison table on this page and open related country pages to check regional price gaps, policy differences, and crude pass-through speed.
Continue with global fuel comparison, currency exchange rates, and commodity market pages for broader energy context.