--- title: "Gasoline and diesel in Ukraine: prices have stabilized, but experts warn of surrogates in the market" description: "Fuel prices in Ukraine have stabilized at the level of August 19, 2026, but experts warn of the risks of buying surrogates against the backdrop of mini-refinery operations. How to check gasoline quality independently." date: 2026-08-19T04:08:01.000Z lang: en url: https://xab.info/en/posts/gasoline-and-diesel-prices-in-ukraine-august-19-2026-how-to-check-fuel-quality tags: [ukraine-economy, fuel-prices, gasoline, diesel, mini-refineries, automotive] publisher: "XAB.info" --- # Gasoline and diesel in Ukraine: prices have stabilized, but experts warn of surrogates in the market ![Collage of oil rig, fuel nozzle and spilled oil — symbolizing the risk of fuel surrogates in Ukraine’s market](https://xab.info/media/2026/08/19/tseny-na-toplivo-v-ukraine-19-avgusta-2026-kak-proverit-kachestvo-benzina/tseny-na-toplivo-v-ukraine-19-avgusta-2026-kak-proverit-kachestvo-benzina-1.webp) ## 🎯 Key Points - Prices for A-95 gasoline and diesel have stabilized at the level of August 19, 2026. - Filling a 50-liter tank with gasoline costs from 3,945 to 4,170 hryvnias. - Experts warn about the presence of surrogate gasoline from mini-refineries. - A hydrometer is recommended for checking fuel quality. ### Stabilization of fuel prices in August 2026 As of August 19, 2026, the automotive fuel market in Ukraine shows signs of stabilization. According to monitoring data from leading gas station networks, prices for gasoline and diesel fuel have remained at the previous day's level, showing no significant spikes. For the average driver, the cost of filling a full 50-liter tank of A-95 gasoline in popular networks ranges from 3,945 to 4,170 hryvnias. This price fixation occurs against the backdrop of general volatility in the energy sector; however, consumers can currently count on predictable expenses. The situation with the premium fuel segment looks somewhat different. The average cost of high-octane gasoline fluctuates between 85.90 and 86.40 hryvnias per liter. This means that filling a car with a small tank (40 liters) will cost the owner a minimum of 3,436 hryvnias, for a medium tank (50 liters) the sum will be from 4,295 hryvnias, and for a large volume (60 liters) — from 5,154 hryvnias. These figures form the current economic reality for car owners planning their travel expenses. ### Quality problem: mini-refineries and surrogate fuel Despite price stability, market experts are sounding the alarm regarding the quality of fuel offered at gas stations. Dmytro Leushkin, founder and general director of the Prime Group of companies, noted in a comment to RBK-Ukraine that the Ukrainian market is oversaturated with offers from various producers. A significant number of mini-oil refineries (mini-OR) operate in the country, producing both diesel fuel and gasoline. According to the expert, it is in the gasoline segment that the largest amount of surrogate products is observed. The situation with diesel fuel is assessed as more favorable, however, the risk of encountering low-quality fuel remains. Leushkin emphasizes that the presence of numerous small producers complicates quality control and creates conditions for fuel that does not meet standards to appear on the market. ### How to distinguish quality fuel from a fake In conditions where the market includes both large network players and small independent gas stations, drivers are forced to assess risks independently. Experts recommend relying on time-tested brands and networks that value their reputation. Dmytro Leushkin advises using those gas stations that the consumer has trusted for years. Drivers, as a rule, know their local area and the reputation of specific gas stations well. The "word of mouth" plays an important role: reviews from other drivers and recommendations from staff often become the most reliable indicator of quality. New gas stations rarely become popular instantly, as consumers need time to check the reliability of the supplier. Furthermore, specialists warn that relying solely on quality certificates placed on the gas station territory is not worth it, as these documents may not be updated for a long time and may not reflect the current situation. ### Independent check of fuel density For those who want to be 100% sure of the fuel quality, there is a method for independent verification. Experts suggest purchasing a special device — a hydrometer, which allows measuring the density of the fuel. Density is one of the key indicators, and a deviation from standard values may indicate the presence of impurities or non-compliance with the declared fuel class. Conducting such measurements allows drivers to filter out gas stations offering low-quality products and maintain the technical condition of their vehicles. ## 🔍 Fact-Check Verification - [Price fixation. How much gasoline and diesel cost at gas stations on August 19 and how to check fuel](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/fiksatsiya-tsin-skilki-koshtue-benzin-ta-1787112356.html) - Основной источник данных о ценах и цитатах эксперта Дмитрия Леушкина. - [Gasoline and diesel prices at gas stations will overcome the psychological mark: when to expect a spike](https://www.unian.net/economics/energetics/benzin-i-dizel-v-ukraine-preodoleyut-psihologicheskuyu-otmetku-pochemu-ne-padaet-cena-na-benzin-13446309.html) - Подтверждено по источнику unian.net - [Diesel broke a new price limit: at some gas stations the cost increased immediately by 6 hryvnias](https://www.unian.net/economics/energetics/ceny-na-dizel-pereskochili-psihologicheskiy-barer-kakaya-cena-dizelya-na-segodnya-30-iyulya-13456266.html) - Подтверждено по источнику unian.net - [FAS initiated cases against gas station owners for unjustified increase in gasoline and diesel prices](https://www.klerk.ru/buh/news/698531/) - Подтверждено по источнику klerk.ru ## ❓ FAQ ### Q: How much does it cost to fill a 50-liter tank with A-95 gasoline in Ukraine on August 19, 2026? **A:** The cost varies from 3,945 to 4,170 hryvnias depending on the gas station network. ### Q: Where is surrogate fuel most often found? **A:** According to experts, surrogates are more common in the gasoline segment, especially at gas stations working with mini-refineries. ### Q: How to check gasoline quality independently? **A:** You can purchase a hydrometer and measure the fuel density, comparing the indicators with standard values.