Brief
Europe’s petrol prices far outpace those in Qatar, UAE and Egypt, data shows
European Commission data reveal a stark gap between fuel costs in Europe and several Arab nations.
By Felo News Desk · Published
European drivers are paying considerably more for petrol than motorists in parts of the Arab world, Khaleej Times reported on Oct. 3.
What happened
In Qatar, a 50‑litre sedan costs about $29 to fill, while the United Arab Emirates charges roughly $58 for the same volume after a rise to Dh4.28 per litre in October. Egypt’s 95‑octane petrol, priced at EGP24 per litre, translates to about $23 for a full tank. Jordan, however, sees a price of $96 for 50 litres, closer to European levels.
What the reports add
European Commission figures place petrol at €2.35 per litre in Germany, €2.21 in France, €2.16 in Italy and €1.94 in Spain. Converting to dollars, a 50‑litre tank costs roughly $132 in Germany, $124 in France, $122 in Italy and $109 in Spain. The article notes that taxes – excise duties, VAT and other charges – form a large part of the European price, whereas Arab markets rely more on the underlying crude cost.
What was said
The European Commission said this week that prices remain high despite stable oil supplies, and several member states are introducing measures to ease the impact on consumers.
How it came about
Higher crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions have pushed global fuel costs upward. While Arab countries adjust prices based on global benchmarks, European governments add substantial taxes, creating the observed disparity.
Key facts
- A 50‑litre tank costs about $29 in Qatar. (khaleejtimes.com)
- The same tank costs roughly $132 in Germany. (khaleejtimes.com)
- European fuel prices include significant excise and VAT taxes. (khaleejtimes.com)
- The European Commission reported that prices stay high despite stable oil supplies. (khaleejtimes.com)
Sources
- [1] khaleejtimes.com — originally reported as “Explained: Why Europeans pay more for petrol than most Arab drivers”
