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Best Petrol Credit Cards in Singapore (2026)
Compare fuel rebates, station discounts and minimum spend across the top petrol credit cards, and find the one that saves you the most at the pump.
Petrol Card Comparison
DBS Esso Card
DBS · Esso
- Headline savings
- Up to 21.15% savings
- Annual fee
- S$196.20 (first year waived)
- Minimum spend
- None for base discount
Best for drivers loyal to Esso and enrolled in Esso Smiles.
UOB One Card
UOB · SPC
- Headline savings
- Up to 22.66% savings
- Annual fee
- S$194.40 (first year waived)
- Minimum spend
- S$500 – S$2,000 for tiered cashback
Strong all-rounder with high SPC fuel savings.
Citi Cash Back Card
Citi · Esso & Shell
- Headline savings
- Up to 20.88% savings
- Annual fee
- S$194.40 (first year waived)
- Minimum spend
- S$800 total monthly spend
Flat 8% cashback on petrol at Esso and Shell.
HSBC Visa Platinum Card
HSBC · Shell, Esso, Caltex, SPC
- Headline savings
- Up to 20% savings
- Annual fee
- S$196.20 (first two years waived)
- Minimum spend
- S$800 for higher rebate tier
Consistent savings across most petrol brands.
How to Choose
Choosing the "best" petrol credit card depends almost entirely on where you refuel. If you are loyal to a single brand, pick the card that links directly to that station's programme — for example, the DBS Esso Card for Esso, or the UOB One Card for SPC. If you refuel across different brands, a flat-rate cashback card like the Citi Cash Back or HSBC Visa Platinum gives you consistent savings everywhere.
Always check the monthly minimum spend. Cards advertising the highest rebates usually require around S$800 in total monthly spend. If your spending is lower, an instant-discount card with no minimum may net you more real-world savings.
Finally, remember that headline rates combine the station discount with the card rebate. You must link your card to the loyalty programme (Esso Smiles, Shell Escape, or SPC) to unlock the full advertised savings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which petrol card gives the highest savings in Singapore?
The headline rate depends on your station. The UOB One Card and DBS Esso Card advertise the highest combined savings (over 21%) when you link the relevant loyalty programme and meet any minimum spend.
Do I need to hit a minimum spend to earn fuel rebates?
It varies by card. Base station discounts usually apply with no minimum, but the highest advertised cashback rates often require around S$800 in total monthly spend.
Do I have to join a loyalty programme?
Yes. To unlock the full advertised savings you must link your card to the station's programme — Esso Smiles, Shell Escape or SPC — in addition to paying with the card.
Is a flat-rate cashback card better than a station-linked card?
If you refuel across different brands, a flat-rate cashback card gives consistent savings everywhere. If you are loyal to one brand, a station-linked card usually beats it.