Fuel Cost Calculator for South Africa
Work out the fuel cost of any drive in South Africa in ZAR. With petrol at roughly R23 per litre, diesel around R22, and home electricity near R2.8/kWh, here is what common distances cost. Set your own vehicle and the current pump price for an exact figure.
Fuel cost by distance (petrol)
| Distance | Petrol used | Fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| 100 km | 8 L | R184 |
| 300 km | 24 L | R552 |
| 500 km | 40 L | R920 |
| 1,000 km | 80 L | R1,840 |
Indicative figures at R23/litre and 8 L/100km. Prices change often: enter the current local price in the planner.
Petrol vs diesel vs electric per 100 km
| Fuel type | Assumption | Cost per 100 km |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 8 L/100km @ R23/L | R184 |
| Diesel | 6.5 L/100km @ R22/L | R143 |
| Electric (home charge) | 18 kWh/100km @ R2.8/kWh | R50.4 |
A typical 880 km/month commute (40 km a day, 22 days) is about R1,619 on petrol versus R444 charging an EV at home in South Africa.
Calculate your trip's fuel cost in ZAR
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Open the route plannerFrequently asked questions
How do I calculate fuel cost for a trip in South Africa?
Fuel cost = distance (km) / 100 x your car's consumption (L/100km) x the fuel price per litre. In South Africa petrol is around R23/litre and diesel about R22/litre. TripKalc does this automatically for every leg of a multi-stop route.
What is the fuel cost per km in South Africa?
For an average petrol car (8 L/100km) it is about R1.84 per km. A diesel is roughly R1.43 per km and an EV charged at home around R0.5 per km.
What currency does the calculator use?
It auto-detects South African users and pre-fills ZAR, but you can pick any of 70+ currencies and set your own fuel price.
Does it work for diesel and electric vehicles?
Yes. Switch fuel type to compare petrol, diesel, and electric (kWh/100km at your local electricity rate) side by side.