The latest advisory fuel rates became effective on 1 December 2017. Fuel rates are reviewed four times a year with changes taking effect on 1 March, 1 June, 1 September and 1 December. You can use the previous rates for up to 1 month from the date the new rates apply.
The rates are as follows:
Engine size | Petrol – amount per mile | LPG – amount per mile |
1400cc or less | 11p | 7p |
1401cc to 2000cc | 14p | 9p |
Over 2000cc | 21p | 14p |
Engine size | Diesel – amount per mile |
1600cc or smaller | 9p |
1601cc to 2000cc | 11p |
Over 2000cc | 13p |
Hybrid cars are treated as either petrol or diesel cars for this purpose.