Costco’s Birmingham fuel station is offering unleaded petrol, premium unleaded and premium diesel to members, sitting in the same space as supermarket forecourts but typically with a more “warehouse club” approach: limited sites, high throughput, and pricing that can be competitive when you’re nearby. The key thing to note is that membership is required, so it only makes sense if you already have access (or you’re planning to use Costco regularly).
Is premium fuel worth paying extra for?
Premium unleaded and premium diesel can make sense for certain engines — for example, performance petrol cars that specify higher octane, or modern diesels where a higher-spec fuel may help keep injectors cleaner over time. For most everyday cars, standard unleaded/diesel is usually what the manufacturer expects, so the “premium” uplift isn’t automatically money well spent.
- Unleaded petrol: 143.9p/l
- Premium unleaded: 162.9p/l
- Premium diesel: 164.9p/l
