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Diesel may cost more than regular gasoline (about $0.24 more per gallon, per AAAâs current figures) but itâs much richer in energy â between 25% and 30% richer. The new BMW 328d (d for diesel) gets better mileage than the gas-powered Smart fortwo coupe. And it produces 180 horsepower, compared to the Smartâs measly 70.
Hybrid cars combine the benefits of gasoline engines with electric motors to improve gas mileage and increase power. When selecting a car, ask about its gas mileage. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, âThe difference between a car that gets 20 MPG and one that gets 30 MPG amounts to $775 per year (assuming 15,000 miles of driving annually and a fuel cost of $3.10).