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Old 09-17-2009, 10:26 PM
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I didn't mean to make this a hybrid thread. I was just saying that if you are buying a diesel to save the environment or save money in operating costs, the hybrid is just as good, if not a better option. I don't see why one would want to buy a diesel BMW when it does appear that it will take years to break even on the extra costs compared to the regular gas version.

What are the main reasons some of you would prefer a diesel?

I do a lot of driving for work and have looked around at Jetta diesels and Fusion hybrids to cut down on costs. That is why I threw out that particular example.

Meiac, I do agree that hybrids are somewhat lame. Especially the Prius looking ones, but the Fusion isn't a bad looking car, IMO. Also, it doesn't look much different from the regular gas version. Ford's warranty on the hybrid powertrain system is 8 years or 100,000. That is pretty solid.

I agree that BMW is probably only offering their diesels as all-wheel drive to cut costs. As far as I know, they are not selling that hot, are they?
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