Tesco first started selling petrol in 1974 and has since diversified into biofuels. The company sells various grades of petrol and diesel, including blends with bioethanol and biodiesel. In 1998, Tesco formed a business alliance with Esso (part of ExxonMobil), leading to several petrol filling stations on lease from Esso, with Tesco operating the attached shops under its Express format.
As of the latest data I found, supermarket prices for unleaded petrol average around 154.0 pence per litre. This price can vary depending on location and market conditions. For diesel, the latest prices were around 162.6 pence per litre.
All fuel sold in the UK, including at Tesco and Shell stations, must meet national and international standards. Both use the same base fuel from the same refineries. While additives used in fuel blends are industry secrets, it is known that Tesco and Shell, among others, source their base fuel from the same places. There is no significant difference in the base fuels used by Tesco and Shell.
Tesco fuel, like all fuel sold in the UK, adheres to strict quality standards. There is no substantial evidence to suggest that Tesco fuel is of lower quality than fuel sold by other retailers. The base fuel and additives used by Tesco are similar to those used by other major fuel brands, ensuring a consistent level of quality across all providers.
Tesco sells its own branded fuel. For its Super Unleaded petrol, Tesco offers "Momentum 99," which is comparable to other high-performance fuels like Shell's V-Power or BP's Ultimate. This fuel often comes from the same terminals, tanks, and arms as those used by other brands
