GreenCar Congress reports:
A recent report (pdf download) by UBS and Ricardo joins JD Power in predicting a higher rate of diesel passenger car adoption compared to hybrids.
“…Diesel’s cost burden is lower than that of hybrids for similar fuel economy, even with the advanced technologies needed to meet tough US emissions regulations (including California).
Diesel’s cost lead over hybrid is the most marked for larger vehicles (crossovers/SUVs).”
The report includes a graphic representing fuel economy benefit as a function of driving regime. (below)
