Malaysia Petrol Price Weekly Update: RON95, RON97 & Diesel

“Eh, this week petrol price naik ke turun?” has slowly become a normal question for Malaysians every Wednesday. What used to be something we rarely think about is now a weekly habit. Fuel prices keep going up and down. Many people now check the price before going to the pump, just to plan their spending for the week.

Malaysia RON95, ROM97 & Diesel Price: 30 - 01 May 2026

Feul Type	Price (Per liter)	Changes
RON95 BUDI95	RM1.99	Unchanged
RON95	RM3.97	Up RM0.10
RON97	RM4.90	Down RM0.05
Diesel (East MY)	RM5.12	Unchanged
Diesel (West MY)	RM2.15	Unchanged

Kementerian Kewangan announced that fuel prices this week are lower across the board. This follows the APM formula and the drop in global oil prices. RON95 and RON97 both went down by 25 sen per litre. Diesel in Peninsular Malaysia dropped more, by 75 sen per litre.

However, subsidised prices for eligible groups remain the same. This helps reduce the impact on consumers, even though global oil prices are still unstable.

BUDI95 Quota Changes Amid Global Oil Price Surge

The conflict in the Middle East has pushed global oil crude prices above USD 100 per barrel. This has increased Malaysia’s fuel subsidy costs. Because of this, the government has introduced some changes to manage spending and keep subsidies targeted.

One change is the BUDI95 RON95 quota. It is reduced from 300 litres to 200 litres per month starting April 2026. The government says most users will not be affected because they already use less than 200 litres per month. For e-hailing drivers, the quota stays at 800 litres per month.

In Sabah and Sarawak, subsidised diesel still costs RM2.15 per litre. But there are now purchase limits to prevent misuse. The limits depend on vehicle type and weight.

Enforcement has also been tightened. Users who misuse subsidies can lose their eligibility.

How Malaysia Fuel Prices Are Determined (APM Explained)

Fuel prices in Malaysia follow the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM). This system has been used since 1983. It adjusts fuel prices based on global oil market changes. APM takes into account international crude oil prices. It also includes local costs like transport, operations, and regulated profit margins.

A key reference used is MOPS (Mean of Platts Singapore). This tracks regional fuel price trends. Prices are calculated every week. The new fuel prices are announced every Wednesday and take effect the next day.

In theory, APM is an automatic system. It is meant to reflect global prices fairly and transparently.

Critics demand more transparency on petrol pricing

However, the full formula is not publicly shared. This has led to calls for more transparency. Critics say the system is “automatic,” but some price changes feel too sudden or too similar. This raises questions about how the formula is applied.

Others say publishing the formula would help businesses and consumers plan better. It would also make it easier to understand how global oil prices affect local fuel prices.

Petrol expenses is rising, what can drivers do?

Fuel prices now follow global oil trends more closely. This means price changes are becoming normal, not occasional. With subsidy adjustments and global uncertainty, fuel cost is now a bigger part of monthly spending.

EVs are often seen as the future solution. But not everyone can switch yet. Some people cannot afford the upfront cost. Others do not have access to charging stations. Driving needs are also different for each user.

For many Malaysians, especially daily commuters and families, EVs are still not a practical option right now. Because of this, short-term solutions are still important.

One simple way to manage fuel cost is to choose a fuel-efficient car. A small improvement in fuel consumption can lead to real savings over time. This is especially useful when fuel prices keep changing.

Fuel efficiency is now an important factor for everyday drivers.