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petrol or diesel for fuel economy?

I'm looking to buy a replacement family sized car in the new year, I want something good on fuel econonmy and am considering a diesel. I feel that if I can get good mpg it will encourage me to drive further distances to enjoy my free time. I dont want a car with very high mileage, should I buy private to save money.

Asked on 2 December 2011 by R H

Answered by Honest John
A diesel in this sort of price range is likely to cost catastrophic amounts of money in repairs over the next few years. So stick to petrol.
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