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Calculate long-haul N1, N2, and N3 highway fuel expenses and Gauteng commuter costs in South African Rand. Use our interactive tool below to calculate your exact petrol or diesel costs, fuel volume required, passenger carpool shares, and monthly commute projections in ZAR.
Calculate petrol & diesel trip cost in ZAR (R)
Quick Autofill by Vehicle Type (South Africa):
For 100 km journey
8.80 litres
R 2.01
R 4,012.80 / month
Typical fuel consumption averages for popular vehicles registered in South Africa.
| Vehicle Category / Model | Fuel Type | Average Fuel Economy | Cost per 100 km |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakkie (Toyota Hilux / Ford Ranger) | Diesel | 8.2–9.8 L/100km | R 192.72 |
| Hatchback (VW Polo / Toyota Starlet) | Petrol | 5.5–6.8 L/100km | R 136.80 |
| SUV (Toyota Fortuner / Haval Jolion) | Diesel | 7.8–9.2 L/100km | R 183.96 |
South Africa regulates fuel monthly via the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy. Inland prices (Gauteng) are higher than coastal prices (Durban, Cape Town) due to pipeline transport tariffs.
Standard Distance Unit
Kilometers (km)
Retail Volume Unit
Per litre
Primary Currency
ZAR (R)
Inland fuel includes pipeline transport costs from coastal refineries to Johannesburg and Pretoria.
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