The best diesels for mpg?

Question

Which diesels simply get the best mpg? I'm a dodge guy, but they may not the get the best mpg. I'm also talking older diesels, not the 2012 models.

Answer 1

the Volkswagen diesels are quite efficient but they're like not even diesels, they rev real high and don't make the nice roar of a diesel. They run extremely quiet and smooth, which can be a good thing but not if you're a typical truck guy.



Honestly I'd rather have a big powerful, turbo diesel that roars down the road at 7/8/9 mpg than a tiny engine that I can barely hear or feel.



The twin turbo 7.3 powerstroke is a pretty awesome diesel but gets about 9 mpg.



2 stroke diesels are very fuel to power efficient but not as much power to weight.

Answer 2

You'll be looking at a diesel Volkswagen Jetta or Audi A3 if you want something old. The E46 BMW 3 series cars and Mercedes C class diesel cars are good too but I would personally get a Chevrolet Cruze diesel but it's newer so it isn't part of your options.

If you want a truck Dodge made good diesel ones. The 1996-2004 2500 and 3500 Rams are noted for their good reliability, however the cars have better mpg

Answer 3

Dodge buys most diesels from a DIESEL MAKER The VW/AUDI an BMW an BENZ diesels ae EXCELLENT and the new CRUZE TURBO DIESEL features a BMW engine under the hood I am told!

Answer 4

Volkswagen's TDi is the king in this category, or even the non direct injection ones.