Fuel Type Guide
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Diesel vehicles operate using a compression ignition engine, which ignites fuel through high pressure rather than a spark. This method offers more efficient combustion, allowing diesel engines to outperform gasoline ones in terms of mileage and torque.
They're commonly found in trucks, commercial vans, and off-road vehicles, but more automakers now offer diesel options in SUVs and even luxury sedans.
Consider a diesel vehicle if you:
How Diesel Stacks Up
Feature | Gasoline | Hybrid | Electric | Diesel |
---|---|---|---|---|
Purchase Price | Lower | Medium | Higher | Medium |
Fuel Cost | Average | Lower | Very Low | Lower |
Maintenance | Moderate | Moderate | Lower | Higher |
Refueling Speed | Fast | Fast | Slow | Fast |
Range | Long | Long | Moderate | Long |
Emissions | Higher | Lower | Zero | Higher |
Older diesel models are restricted in some urban areas, but modern diesel vehicles meet strict EPA emissions standards and remain legal nationwide.
Most diesel vehicles use Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD), available at most fuel stations. Some also require DEF fluid for emissions control.
Diesel vehicles may require pricier oil changes and emissions system maintenance, but they generally require less frequent service overall.
Vantage Auto Group makes it easy to buy, lease, or finance diesel-powered trucks and SUVs. Plus, we’ll help you trade in or sell your current car fast.
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