As a truck dealer, we receive a lot of questions about the benefits of diesel trucks and why drivers may prefer a diesel pickup. There are several key differences between the gas and diesel trucks for sale at Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT of Eugene. We have a range of new Ram and Jeep diesel trucks in Eugene and often have other used diesel models to consider. Drivers considering a new truck should read on to learn five reasons to buy a diesel truck.
1. Better Performance
Performance and capability are key to anyone buying a new or used truck, and diesel engines provide much more torque than gas engines. That torque is especially helpful when towing trailers and in low-speed situations, such as rock crawling. The added torque is one reason why diesel engines have higher towing capacities than gas ones.
2. Lower Fuel Costs
Modern diesel engines are engineering marvels that use compression ignition to get started compared to spark plugs in gas engines. That engine setup makes diesel engines more efficient than gas engines, and those savings will add up over time, especially if you're asking your truck to tow heavy trailers.
3. Fewer Maintenance Tasks
Part of the beauty of diesel engines is their simplicity, which leads to lower maintenance costs. Diesel engines can often handle two to three times more work hours in between maintenance than gas engines. You'll have to make fewer service appointments and enjoy a lower cost of ownership with a diesel truck.
4. Longevity
The simplicity of diesel engines also means that they last longer than gas engines so that you're not stuck replacing the engine at 100,000 miles. That long-term dependability means that you can shop our used diesel trucks in Eugene with confidence in the state of the engine.
5. Long-Term Value
Diesel trucks are dependable, which helps them to maintain value better than gas pickups. That value makes our heavy-duty Ram trucks, such as the Ram 2500 and the Ram 3500, smart investments for drivers and businesses.
Shop Through Our New and Used Diesel Trucks for Sale
We have an excellent selection of diesel trucks for sale here, including many options among our new Ram trucks for sale and Jeep Gladiator diesel trucks. You can also find diesel options among our used Ram trucks, which include many used Ram 2500 and used Ram 3500 options!