Fuel prices in Germany and Austria have risen significantly since the beginning of the year. According to current surveys, the average price for premium gasoline in January 2025 was 1,571 euros per liter, an increase of 6,3 cents compared to December 2024. Diesel prices rose by 6,2 cents to 1,609 euros per liter in the same period. This means that the price increase significantly exceeds the three cents caused by CO₂ pricing.
The main reason for the price increase is the development on the oil market. In mid-January 2025 in particular, rising crude oil prices led to a temporary high of 1,619 euros for super and 1,659 euros for diesel. Towards the end of the month, prices fell slightly, meaning that drivers have been able to fill up a little more cheaply since the beginning of February. The current average prices are 1,586 euros for super and 1,612 euros for diesel.
It is still worth comparing prices: fuel is cheaper in Austria than in Germany and Italy, while neighboring countries such as the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovenia sometimes have even lower prices. There are regional differences within Austria, with more expensive prices in Tyrol, Vorarlberg and Salzburg. Filling up is still considerably more expensive, especially on motorways. The highest prices there rose to as much as 2,129 euros per liter in mid-January and remain at this level.
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