Latest Petrol Price for RON95, RON97 & Diesel in Malaysia

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Fuel Prices for This Week: October 5th - October 10th 2023

The Ministry of Finance Malaysia has today announced the latest updated prices of petrol and diesel fuels starting from October 5th - October 10th 2023. 

The prices for RON97, RON95 and Diesel remain unchanged for this coming week. 

Updated Prices for Petrol and Diesel from 5th October 2023 to 10th October 2023 are:

All You Need to Know About Fuel in Malaysia

Below, we have compiled all the common questions about petrol & diesel in Malaysia.

Why is Petrol in Malaysia So Cheap?

Malaysia is currently within the top 10 countries with the cheapest gasoline in the world. Petrol prices for RON 95 are cheap due to government subsidies. This is done to ensure affordable energy for the citizens and is achieved through tax exemptions, subsidies, and price controls. Furthermore, Malaysia is a major producer of oil and gas with significant reserves, and a well-developed industry, resulting in a relatively low cost of production and distribution, and lower fuel prices.

Why Are Petrol Cars More Popular in Malaysia than Diesel?

The are several reasons why petrol cars are more popular in Malaysia than diesel cars. One reason is that petrol cars are generally cheaper to buy than diesel cars in Malaysia due to the higher imposed taxes on diesel cars by the government, which generally encourages the use of petrol cars. As a result, many consumers choose petrol cars over diesel as they are more affordable.

Another reason is the perception among consumers in Malaysia that petrol cars are more reliable and easier to maintain compared to diesel cars. It may have been shaped by the fact that petrol cars have been more popular in Malaysia historically, and therefore, there is a more extensive support network for petrol engines in terms of repair and maintenance services. Plus, Petrol cars are better suited for urban driving, which is common in Malaysia.

What is the Difference Between Petrol and diesel?

Petrol is more refined than diesel. Therefore, it usually costs more to the consumer at the pump.

Diesel prices are not always cheaper. For example, in the US, diesel prices are more expensive due to taxes. Which is why diesel is not popular in the US.

Is Petrol Cleaner than Diesel?

Diesel engines emit less CO2 to cover the same km than petrol engines as it works in a higher compression ratio & therefore are more efficient than petrol engines.

However, as petrol is more refined than diesel, petrol engines emit fewer fine particles into the atmosphere. 

As both modern diesel & petrol engines have improved tremendously over the years, the debate about who's cleaner is blurry. 

How are Petrol & Diesel Produced?

Both petrol & diesel are derived from the same crude oil dug up from the ground or ocean seabed. 

The crude oil is then transported to an oil refinery where it goes on the process of distillation. 

Distillation takes place at several levels. The lowest quality (least refined & cheapest) will be at the bottom and be used as asphalt to build our roads.

Diesel is midway refined. Petrol, on the other hand, is one of the most refined fuels produced in the entire distillation process. 

What is the difference between RON 95 & RON 97?

RON stands for Research Octane Number.  The primary difference between RON95 and RON97 is their octane rating. RON95 has an octane rating of 95, while RON97 has an octane rating of 97.

The higher octane rating of RON97 means it has a higher resistance to engine knocking or detonation, which can occur when fuel ignites prematurely in the engine. This resistance to knocking allows the engine to operate at a higher compression ratio, providing better performance and fuel efficiency.

However, not all engines require RON97 fuel. Engines with lower compression ratios, for example, can run on RON95 without any issues. In contrast, some high-performance engines may require a higher octane fuel like RON97 to prevent engine knock or damage.

In summary, RON97 provides better performance and fuel efficiency compared to RON95, but it comes at a higher price. Whether you should choose RON95 or RON97 ultimately depends on the requirements of your engine and your priorities for performance versus cost. 

But for the average daily commuter car, you would not see much real-life difference in performance between RON 95 & RON 97. So, let’s just enjoy the savings + the government subsidies for the RON 95.

How do I Check if My Car Requires RON 95 or RON 97?

There are 2 ways to check:-

1. Check for a label on your fuel door
2. Read your owner's manual

Malaysia Weekly Petrol Price History

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