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I don't remember the specifics, but something recently changed that will allow the US to have many more diesels on the roads in the near future. Sure, there have always been a handful of diesel cars out there, but they haven't been legal in all 50 states. Here's a good site for diesel news:geoffstgermaine wrote:I've heard that part of the problem with diesel vehicles in NA is the particular emissions standards here. I'm not sure that it's true, but I've heard it. It is a shame though as when I was growing up my dad had a diesel truck and he loved it. I almost bought a much older PF with the diesel engine before I bought the 06 I have now.
Not sure I agree with this, when I was looking at '05s, the Pathfinder posted the best fuel economy numbers out of the Explorer, Trailblazer, Durango, and Grand Cherokee.RacerZX wrote: Nissan has always been so way behind in fuel economy it's not even funny, so any progress in that area would be more than welcome.
Maybe Carl was referring to the imports-at least the imports from Asia. I know at least 2 of the vehicles you mentioned are in the top 10 worst SUVs according to many, many comparison sites, surveys, etc. But I would have to agree that the imported 4x4s seem to have better mileage than the home grown variety.LittleStevie wrote:Not sure I agree with this, when I was looking at '05s, the Pathfinder posted the best fuel economy numbers out of the Explorer, Trailblazer, Durango, and Grand Cherokee.RacerZX wrote: Nissan has always been so way behind in fuel economy it's not even funny, so any progress in that area would be more than welcome.