East Africa fuel prices

Fuel prices in Mauritius

Check the latest available petrol, diesel, and LPG snapshot for Mauritius in MUR. Use this page to plan generator spend, compare Mauritius with other African countries, and sanity-check transport or household fuel budgets.

Updated Mar 1, 2026 · Latest available prices · Verify locally before purchase.

Generator cost estimate in Mauritius

A 5 KVA petrol generator running 8 hours per day for 26 days per month uses about 312 litres monthly in this simple planning model.

Monthly estimateMUR 23,088

$511.68 for comparison.

Fuel used312 litres/month

Assumes 1.5 litres per hour.

Price basisMUR 74/L

Use local pump prices for final decisions.

How to use these Mauritius fuel prices

AfroFuel shows Mauritius prices in local currency first because households, drivers, shops, and procurement teams usually pay locally. The USD values are secondary comparison figures for checking Mauritius against the wider African table.

In this snapshot, Mauritius petrol is 17% above the East Africa average. Prices may still differ between Port Louis, Curepipe, rural stations, bulk suppliers, and border corridors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the petrol price in Mauritius?

The latest available AfroFuel snapshot shows petrol in Mauritius at MUR 74/L, with a USD comparison of $1.64/L. Prices can vary between Port Louis, Curepipe, highways, depots, and individual stations.

What is the diesel price in Mauritius?

Diesel is shown at MUR 59/L in the latest available snapshot. Use the USD comparison of $1.31/L only for cross-country comparison, not as a pump quote.

How much is LPG in Mauritius?

LPG is listed at MUR 90/kg in the snapshot. AfroFuel displays LPG per kilogram so households and small businesses can compare cylinder refill costs more easily.

How much does a 5 KVA generator cost to run in Mauritius?

Using a simple 5 KVA estimate of 1.5 litres per hour for 8 hours per day and 26 days per month, monthly petrol spend is about MUR 23,088, or $511.68 for comparison.

When were these Mauritius fuel prices updated?

This country page uses the latest available AfroFuel row updated Mar 1, 2026. Treat it as a planning estimate and verify the local pump, depot, or supplier price before buying fuel or quoting transport.

Can I compare Mauritius with another African country?

Yes. Use the comparison tool to compare Mauritius against nearby East Africa markets or any other country in the AfroFuel table.