When Is Gas Cheapest to Buy in Arizona?
Gas prices in Arizona drop lowest on Mondays and Tuesdays. They hit bottom early mornings from midnight to 10 a.m. You save 10 to 30 cents per gallon compared to weekend highs.
Refineries update costs on Tuesdays. Lows appear on Mondays. Prices rise midweek and peak Fridays through Sundays. A 20-cent drop per gallon saves $3 on a 15-gallon tank for your 2025 Acura MDX. Your MDX gets 21 mpg combined. Smart fills stretch every tank farther.
| Day | Price Trend | Savings Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Mon-Tue | Lowest | Fill up early morning |
| Wed-Thu | Rising | Skip unless tank empty |
| Fri-Sun | Highest | Avoid road trips |
Top Stations for Low Prices
Maverik beats major chains most days. Costco undercuts prices for members. ARCO offers sharp rates to everyone. Independent stations compete hard too.
In Tucson, try Costco at 1650 E Tucson Marketplace Blvd or ARCO at 802 W Speedway Blvd. Far north? Maverik in Littlefield posts top lows.
Short drives pay off. A 5-mile detour saves $4 on a full tank if prices beat others by 15 cents or more.
Action Steps to Save
- Time it right: Pump gas Monday or Tuesday mornings.
- Hunt with apps: GasBuddy shows real-time lows and routes to stations.
- Get memberships: Costco gas requires a card but beats long lines.
- Drive your MDX smart: Hold steady speeds to boost mpg by 10 percent.
Keep tires at 35 psi front and 33 psi rear. Proper air lifts mileage 3 percent. Skip jackrabbit starts. Highway fuel use drops 15 to 30 percent with smooth accel.
Prices shift with oil costs and demand. Check apps daily for your area.
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