Diesels are a big business in Europe, where every other car drinks from the black pump, not to mention all of the commercial or commercial-derived vehicles. However, the profile of diesel buyers has changed from economy-minded folk with a high tolerance for agricultural engine sounds to mainstream buyers looking for the best possible blend of performance, economy and usability.
Modern diesels deliver, and have been doing so for a good few years now - progress is also unstoppable in the automotive industry, and since diesels bring in a lot of cash, a lot of time is spent improving them.
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