D4D Diesel for USA?

[Zaphod]

Originally Posted by bronsin

Hmm interesting. But I think its open to question whether these results are realistic in terms of everyday driving. Since the engine isnt sold in the US I wonder are there any official type numbers around like EPA estimates?

I don't really think it matters much. Even if a lead foot only gets 60mpg, it's still better and cheaper than a gas hybrid. Take the overall efficiency of the gas Yairs out of the picture, it would be a Prius killer which is why that diesel Yaris wouldn't be offered here.

Even if they offered a Diesel Electric hybrid Prius (which would be expensive), the lower profit margin diesel Yaris would obsolesce the Prius altogether, and we all know that doesn't make any business sense.