How much it costs to fill a $100M superyacht with one tank of gas is enough to make you sweat just thinking about it
Published on Aug 21, 2026 at 1:59 PM (UTC+4)
by Ben Thompson
Last updated on Aug 21, 2026 at 1:59 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
When you realize how much it costs to fill a $100 million superyacht with one tank of gas, you might have to pick your jaw up off the floor.
Many people fantasize about having a luxurious superyacht to call their own.
It remains a fantasy for the vast majority of people because it’s so pricey.
And if fuel prices are anything to go by, it’s probably best that this stays a fantasy.
Superyachts are a major investment and responsibility
Most people would assume that the priciest thing about a superyacht would be its purchase price.
Admittedly, there are some truly eye-watering figures out there.
The world’s most expensive superyacht is worth a staggering $800 million, while urban myths persist of a $4.8 billion yacht.
But then there are the additional costs which can be just as hard on the bank balance.
Admittedly, if you’re a billionaire, it’s not going to hit your finances that badly.
Take for example the M/Y Kismet, which costs $3 million to charter for just one week.
That is one expensive getaway – though getting access to submarines, pools, and spas surely softens the blow.
Then there’s the question of fuel.
After all, what’s a superyacht without fuel? A stagnant vessel sitting in the docks.
Here’s how much it costs to fill up a $100m superyacht with one tank of gas
The superyacht in question is called Bold, and with an asking price of $100 million, it’s a fitting name.
It has a jacuzzi, outdoor sundeck cinema, and a spare helicopter available to fly, so it’s clearly money well spent if you’ve got billions in the bank.
In a video shared to Instagram by content creator Eric Suerez, the secrets of Bold were revealed.
While touring the yacht, Suerez raised a question that was no doubt lurking at the back of everyone’s minds.
“How much does it cost to fill up one tank of gas on this thing?” he asked a crew member.
“About $250,000,” the crew member replied.
While that is undoubtedly expensive, you’ve got to take into account how much this superyacht is carrying around.
Bold has a ‘wintergarden’, jacuzzi and an outdoor on-deck cinema – that’s a lot of weight to be hauling around the open seas.
It just about has everything you could want.
Ben joined Supercar Blondie in February 2025 after being published by international organizations including LADbible, The Sun, the New York Post, and the Daily Mail. He covers supercars, rare and collectible vehicles, aviation, luxury assets, and the fascinating people behind them. His reporting has explored everything from seven-figure supercars and historic Ferrari collections to unusual aircraft adventures and extraordinary automotive discoveries from around the world. Ben has also gained first-hand insight into vehicle craftsmanship and customization, including visiting specialist workshops to see bespoke vehicles up close.
