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The 12 Best Diesel Vehicles Still Available In The United States

Here’s a great selection of diesel options on the American car market today in the form of crossovers, pickups, sedans, and more.

Diesel engines have not been as popular in the United States as they have been around the world. One of the main benefits of a diesel engine is that they are compression ignition engines and they rely on a mechanical squeeze to light the fuel and air in a cylinder.

Diesel engines are more efficient in converting the fuel to mechanical energy to pump the motor and power the vehicle. The compression ignition of these vehicles is louder than gas engines, which are ignited by a spark.

A diesel engine adds a couple of thousand dollars to the MSRP. Additionally, it is common for diesel engines to be available with a specific trim level. To further highlight the significance of diesel engines, we have made a list of some great diesel vehicles that are available in the United States.

12 2020 GMC Sierra 1500

The GMC Sierra is an exact replica of the Chevrolet Silverado. The car is backed by a strong 10-speed automatic transmission and is equipped with a 277-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel inline 6 engine. The car is also equipped with an excellent towing capacity and can tow weight as high as 9,100 lbs.

11 2020 Chevrolet Colorado LT

The Chevrolet Colorado is available in the market with a 2.8-liter turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine that can generate 369 lb-ft of torque at 2000 rpm. The four door truck is powerful enough to tow 7,700 pounds and has earned an EPA rating of 30 mpg on the highway. The car is one of the best off-road vehicles.

10 2020 GMC Canyon SLE

GMC Canyon is a car that is similar to the Chevrolet Colorado. Like the Colorado the Canyon is equipped with 2.8-liter turbo diesel four-cylinder engine. The diesel earns the same EPA rating of 30 mpg for highway as Colorado. The powerful engine of the car can generate 181 hp.

9 2020 Ford F-150

The diesel engine option for the Ford F-150 has reached its second season in the year 2020. The F-150 comes with a 3.0-liter 250 hp turbocharged V6 engine which the manufacturers termed as the Power Stroke. The automatic transmission and the rear wheel drive further improve the performance of the vehicle.

8 2020 Ram 1500

Pickups measuring a half-ton that come with a diesel engine are still considered a niche in the market. The Ram 1500 pioneered the segment with the launch of the VM Motori 3.0-liter turbo-diesel in 2014. The engine has evolved in its third generation in 2020 and can generate power of up to 260 hp.

7 2020 Jeep Wrangler

Finally, the wish of millions of Jeep fans around the world has come true with the release of the diesel edition of the Wrangler. The version comes with the same 3.0-liter V-6 offered in Ram. The Wrangler offers the users with the power of 260 horses under the hood. The Wrangler gives the users 29 mpg on the highway and 22 on the city.

6 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a turbodiesel engine which is either added to the HSE trim or the base. The V6 engine can generate 254-hp and 443 lb-ft of torque. Like all the other Range Rovers, the Sport is equipped with an all-wheel drive and this extraordinary ability of covering the terrain with consummate ease.

5 2020 Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 was released in 2019 and is already considered one of the best SUVs. Therefore, to see the diesel version of the car on this list should come as no surprise. The diesel engine is equipped to generate the power of 168 horse and provides an estimated mileage of 28 mpg when driving in the city and 31 when driving on the highway.

4 2020 Land Rover Discovery

While the basic gasoline engine does not impress with the fuel economy numbers, the turbodiesel engine does not disappoint. The car’s engine generates 21 mpg while driving in city and 26 mpg when on the highway. The luxurious interior and the excellent infotainment features are an added advantage of buying the Land Rover Discovery.

3 2019 Chevrolet Equinox

In addition to the diesel engine, the spacious seats and the intuitive tech features have also caught the eye of users who purchased this beast in the U.S. General Motors, the manufacturer of this vehicle, recently notified that they will be discontinuing its production though, so act fast while these models are still at dealerships for purchase.

2 2019 GMC Terrain

GMC Terrain is equipped with a four wheel drive and is considered one of the most reliable vehicles produced by the company. The car offers a comfortable ride thanks to the extra wide and super luxurious cabin. The Terrain however is pricier than many of its rivals. The car is equipped with 1.6-liter four cylinders.

1 Chevrolet Express

It may not be the most attractive option on the list, but the Chevy Express is a great diesel van option right now. It shares the same 2.8-liter turbo four-cylinder engine as the Colorado’s, and it starts at $33,865. Plus, it’s able to tow up to 7,000 lbs.