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Originally Posted by rmay635703
Hmm the US sites all say it gets 64mpg US for some reason.
Interesting maybe I could buy a Ford Fiesta Diesel
How to Import a Ford Fiesta Diesel | eHow.com[/url]
How much does it cost on top I wonder?
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In general, most people import cars from the US because they are cheaper. You are looking at paying about 28 - 30K to import say the hatchback with the 1.6 diesel from say England. With diesel being more expensive in the USA by up to 10% over gas. You would have to keep the car for over 12 years before you started to see payback on your investment. Factor in the FV of money, something most people don't and its closer to 20 years.
You better off buying a Ford Fiesta here, or a Cruze. At 65 mph with some minor hypermiling I can get 52 mpg freeway and 38 - 45 city in my Cruze.
Or if you are willing to invest that much get a Leaf or a Volt.