At a different time in our life, we towed long distances regularly, now, we usually have several short trips (less than 100 miles) and only one summer vacation of about 2000 miles. Living in northern Michigan, owning a small garage to park in, having limited towing needs, our need for a diesel has diminished significantly. I might add, the desire is still there, but practicality just doesn't support the added expense.
"Back when" we had a NA diesel which was a DOG at high altitudes, followed by a turbo diesel which was a dream to tow with. But in reality, with the turbo, we got 18MPG solo and about 11 towing. With our current F150 we get about 19 solo and about 11 towing. For us, without the need for a heavier tow vehicle and the limited towing needs, the extra expense of a diesel just doesn't add up.
I think every potential "purchaser" should do his own math and if the math adds up to a diesel, one should seriously consider that option, however, not everyone can (or should) justify a diesel as an "only option"
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John
2015 F250 6.7l 4x4
2014 Cougar X Lite 27RKS
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