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Will it cost more to own a used diesel car?

Will it cost more to own a used diesel car?

Asked on 12 November 2018 by Simon Henderson

Answered by Andrew Brady
It depends on the kind of driving you do. If you cover high miles with a lot of motorway driving, you're likely to save money with a diesel. If your mileage is lower or you do a lot of urban driving, the fuel economy savings will be balanced out by the higher purchase price of a diesel and the increased maintenance costs.

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