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Old 07-02-2008, 01:57 PM   #9 (permalink)
Deezler
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Michigan
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Bio Deezler (sold) - '03 Volkswagen Jetta GLS TDI
90 day: 50.78 mpg (US)

The Beast. - '03 GMC Sierra 2500HD SLT
90 day: 12.86 mpg (US)
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There really aren't any VW diesel drivers on here huh....?
99.5 - '03 Jetta and Golf Diesels ftw.

With hypermiling you can easily hit 55mpg - and you don't need to live without creature comforts and conveniences. (i.e. leather, all power options, fit & finish, quiet ride, etc). What really counts for some people is the 45mpg in ALL stop and go traffic.
Yes, diesel is about 10-15% more expensive/gal than gas. But the mileage return is even greater. Admittedly a little complicated to work on, and not the cheapest in maintenance (though the service intervals are much less frequent).

Oh and btw you don't need to use a single drop of imported petroleum for fuel either.
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