brandstofprijzen in nl bereiken piek van 2,5 jaar

2026-02-23 economie

Nederland, maandag, 23 februari 2026.
De gemiddelde adviesprijs voor benzine in nederland steekt boven de 2,28 euro per liter. Dit is het hoogste niveau sinds eind 2023. Volgens UnitedConsumers ligt de oorzaak bij de stijgende olieprijs, die in februari 2026 boven de 70 dollar per vat uitkwam. Ruim tien dollar meer dan in december 2025. Exploitanten voelen de druk. Bemande tankstations worstelen al met het handhaven van prijzen onder de 2 euro. Geopolitieke spanningen verscherpen de onzekerheid. Voor consumenten en transportbedrijven betekent dit direct hogere kosten. Nederland staat nu europawijd op kop met de duursteprijzen aan de pomp.

fuel prices reach highest level in 2.5 years

The average national advice price for gasoline in the Netherlands reached 2,285 euros per liter on February 23, 2026 [1]. Diesel rose to 2,080 euros per liter on the same date [2]. This marks the highest level since September 2023 for both fuels [1]. The increase places additional financial pressure on drivers and logistics companies across the country [3]. Price developments are closely tied to international crude oil markets and geopolitical conditions [1][2].

drivers of rising fuel costs

Crude oil prices climbed above 70 dollars per barrel in February 2026, up from around 60 dollars per barrel in December 2025 [1]. According to Derk Foolen, fuel expert at UnitedConsumers, this increase is the main cause behind higher pump prices [1]. Geopolitical tensions contribute significantly to market uncertainty and upward pricing trends [2]. Events such as potential conflicts involving Iran and trade disputes initiated by the United States add to global energy instability [1][4].

impact on gas station operations

For manned gas stations, keeping fuel prices below 2 euros per liter has become increasingly difficult [1]. Operational expenses, location-specific factors, and local competition influence retail pricing strategies [1]. Even unmanned stations may soon struggle to maintain sub-two-euro pricing if wholesale rates continue rising [1]. While official figures represent advisory prices, actual retail prices often differ slightly depending on operator decisions [2][5].

netherlands tops european rankings in fuel expense

According to GlobalPetrolPrices, the Netherlands now has the highest average fuel prices in Europe [2]. The current average cost for a liter of Euro95 stands at 2,026 euros nationwide [2]. This surpasses even traditional high-tax jurisdictions such as Monaco and Liechtenstein [2]. High excise duties and taxes play a significant role in domestic pricing structures [2]. As of January 1, 2026, an earlier temporary tax reduction introduced during the energy crisis was partially reversed, increasing the excise duty on gasoline by 5.6 cents per liter [1].

price composition and transparency

The total advisory price for gasoline includes several components. Oil company margins accounted for approximately 1,091 euros per thousand liters, representing 47.8 percent of the total [6]. Excise duty made up 34.9 percent, equivalent to 79.7 cents per liter [6]. Value-added tax contributed 17.3 percent, or 39.6 cents per liter at prevailing rates [6]. Consumers can access historical data and breakdowns through public platforms like Brandstof-zoeker.nl [6].

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