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A sign displays gasoline and diesel prices at a Total Energies gas station, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, near Buckow, Germany, April 30, 2026. REUTERS\/Lisi Niesner\/File Photo<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Recent Gasoline Price Surge in Spain<\/h2>\n

This Tuesday, the price of gasoline in Spain reached 1.551 euros<\/strong> per liter, marking its highest level in nearly a month. According to the National Markets and Competition Commission (CNMC), this increase in fuel prices comes amidst ongoing instability in the energy markets, largely attributed to the conflict in Iran.<\/p>\n

Impact of Government Tax Reductions<\/h2>\n

Despite the government\u2019s implementation of a tax reduction on March 22, which aimed to alleviate the economic impact of the war in Iran, gasoline prices have continued to rise. Since the reduction, there has been a cumulative 4% decrease<\/strong> in retail prices since gasoline landed at a low of 1.5 euros on April 22. However, this relief is overshadowed by the recent price rebound.<\/p>\n

Diesel Prices Concur<\/h3>\n

Similar trends are observed in diesel fuel pricing. As of Tuesday, the price hit 1.748 euros<\/strong> per liter, the highest in two weeks. While diesel had recently dipped to 1.729 euros, it has since been on the rise. When compared to the date the tax reduction took effect, it remains 3% cheaper<\/strong> overall.<\/p>\n

Cost of Fueling Vehicles<\/h2>\n

For consumers, these prices translate to substantial costs. Filling a gasoline vehicle\u2019s 55-liter tank now costs approximately 85.35 euros<\/strong>, while a diesel tank costs around 96.14 euros<\/strong>, nearly eleven euros more. Historically, diesel had been the more expensive option until the recent decline in April when it averaged 1.802 euros per liter.<\/p>\n

Regional Price Variations<\/h2>\n

The price disparity across Spain shows remarkable variance between regions. For instance, one service station in Baza (Granada) reported gasoline prices exceeding 2 euros<\/strong> per liter\u20142.05 euros<\/strong> to be precise\u2014while diesel at that location sold for 2.1 euros<\/strong>. Conversely, Utrera (Seville) boasted the lowest gasoline prices at 1.309 euros<\/strong> per liter. Meanwhile, Rinc\u00f3n de Soto (La Rioja) offered the cheapest diesel at 1.429 euros<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Comparative Insights from the EU<\/h2>\n

In a broader regional context, recent data from the European Union (EU) places Spain in a comparatively favorable position for fuel prices. On average, a liter of gasoline across the EU is priced at 1.861 euros<\/strong>, with diesel at 1.975 euros<\/strong>. In fact, prices in the eurozone are even escalated, averaging 1.912 euros<\/strong> for gasoline and 2.017 euros<\/strong> for diesel.<\/p>\n

European Price Leaders and Laggards<\/h3>\n

The Netherlands continues to hold the title for the most expensive fuels, registering 2.388 euros<\/strong> per liter of gasoline and 2.365 euros<\/strong> for diesel. In contrast, Malta maintains the lowest average prices in the EU, with gasoline and diesel at 1.34<\/strong> and 1.21 euros<\/strong> per liter, respectively.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n


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