How Much Is Diesel (1 Liter) in South Africa?
Diesel fuel at the pump for vehicles. Diesel (1 Liter) in South Africa is 20% above the global average.
Price in South Africa
R 39,18
Diesel (1 Liter) Pricing in South Africa (2026)
In South Africa, Diesel (1 Liter) costs R 39,18 in local currency (ZAR), which converts to approximately $2.12 USD. This makes South Africa the #27 cheapest out of 40 countries we track for this product. At 20% above the global average of $1.76, buyers in South Africa pay a noticeable premium for Diesel (1 Liter).
Across all 40 countries, Diesel (1 Liter) is cheapest in Egypt ($0.38) and most expensive in Norway ($3.00). Local taxes, distribution networks, and currency strength all influence where a product falls in this range.
Prices in South Africa are shown in ZAR and converted to USD using current exchange rates. We update our data regularly to keep comparisons accurate.
Diesel (1 Liter) is cheapest in EG at $0.38. Compare directly: South Africa vs cheapest.