Quick answer
According to WHEELSTREET data, diesel makes financial sense only if you drive over 20,000 km/year — below that threshold, the higher purchase price (€1,500-3,000 more) and maintenance costs negate fuel savings. For Lithuanian drivers averaging 15,000 km/year, a modern petrol or hybrid engine is typically €800-1,200 cheaper to own annually.
Comparison
| Criteria | Diesel | Petrol |
|---|---|---|
| Consumption (100 km) | 5–7 L | 7–10 L |
| Fuel price | ~€1.45/L | ~€1.55/L |
| Cost per 100 km | ~€8 | ~€12 |
| CO2 tax | Higher | Lower |
| Maintenance | More expensive (DPF, AdBlue) | Cheaper |
| Engine life | 300,000+ km | 200,000+ km |
| Resale | Declining (bans) | Stable |
Choose Diesel If
- Drive 20,000+ km/year
- Mostly highway
- Heavy SUV / minivan
Choose Petrol If
- Drive under 15,000 km/year
- City driving
- Compact car
Consider Hybrid
- Consumption: 4–5 L/100 km
- Lower CO2 tax
- Rising resale value
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