About Diesel Fuel
Over the past decade the sale of Diesel powered cars has gone from strength to strength, even low mileage users saw the benefits. Diesel engines are more fuel efficient which means you can travel further on a gallon and we show miles per gallon (MPG) on our web site.
A gallon of diesel costs you a little more, but this is usually offset by the fact that you go more miles on a single gallon. Due to fuel efficiency the diesel cars can also have a better resale value when you decide to sell the vehicle.
Is This All About To Change?
The new range of Petrol engines have improved. Some Petrol engines can now deliver 67MPG, they cost less to buy (up to £1500 less than a diesel) and some even qualify for FREE road fund licence. Add to that the fact that the price at the pump is cheaper and you’ll be surprised as we were. Do you wonder how many miles a year you have to drive to make the purchase of a Diesel powered car the better option? If so try out the FordRetailOnline fuel calculator below.
How Can I Calculate My Fuel Consumption?
| Petrol Example |
Diesel Example |
Ford Focus 1.6 TiVCT (105ps) petrol |
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Cost per litre |
127.9 |
x 4.55 |
A |
Cost per gallon |
5.82 |
pence |
B |
Average MPG* |
60.1 |
|
C |
Average annual mileage |
12000 |
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Formula |
C ÷ B x A |
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Total fuel cost for the year (£) |
1,162.06 |
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Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi (115ps) diesel |
|
Cost per litre |
134.9 |
x 4.55 |
A |
Cost per gallon |
6.14 |
pence |
B |
Average MPG* |
76.4 |
|
C |
Average annual mileage |
12000 |
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Formula |
C ÷ B x A |
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Total fuel cost for the year (£) |
964.40 |
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*MPG is based on combined
So you can see, if you are a low mileage user but are used to buying diesel, we’d advise you to stop and consider...
Is diesel really the most cost effective for me?
Now Do Your Own Calculation
Please click here to download our simple printable form or click here to try out our Microsoft Excel form.
Remember if you would like any help ‘doing the sums’ please call 0800 159 5858 and talk to one of our sale consultants.