Best 15 Diesel Cars

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12. 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI

The 2015 VW Passat TDI is the big brother of the Jetta TDI earlier on the list. More expensive, it starts at $33,925 with the premium for more premium features. The 2.0 liter inline four engine produces 150 horsepower and is mated with a six speed automatic transmission. This combination creates an MPG rating of 30/42. The Passat boasts safety features like adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning and park assist. Interior tech adorns the interior of the Passat like rear view camera and touchscreen sound system. The larger Passat can hold more cargo than the Jetta at 15.9 cubic feet of space. The Passat also comes with a 5 year/60,000 mile powertrain warrantee. The less-than-two-ton sedan can also tow up to 1,000 pounds.