If you are hoping for Volkswagen to be in the top 5 list, we’re sorry to disappoint you. Volkswagen, a major provider of popular diesel models in the U.S has stopped the sales of the four-cylinder diesel vehicles that do not obey the regulations referring to the cheating scandal that has raided the German automaker.
Here are the top 5 diesel cars as an alternative to Hybrids and EVs:
1. Mazda6 SkyActive-D –this car comes with a 2.2-liter engine and has a great fuel economy. Besides emitting a really low NOx, Mazda6 SkyActiv-D can go up to 40mpg highway drive.
2. 2015 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel – For 2015, the Chevrolet Cruze Diesel 2.0-liter diesel has 33mpg EPA rating for highway and city. The retail price for the 2024 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel is $25, 660.
3. 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK250 BlueTEC – Larger but comparable to the Volkswagen Jetta diesel, the Mercedes-Benz GLK250 can go to 28mpg city-highway average. The price of the car is $39, 400.
4. 2015 BMW 328d x Drive Sport Wagon – this car has a sedan option and runs at 296 horsepower 280 lb-ft with 35mpg EPA rating for city and highway. The price is quite expensive though, $43, 450.
5. 2015 Jeep Cherokee EcoDiesel – with 240 horsepower and 420 lb-ft, Jeep Cherokee EcoDiesel is a good deal at $41, 000 price. This car has an EPA performance of 24mpg city and highway.
