I don't see how it could be that much higher anywhere.
Anyways the main reason to go diesel or turbo diesel is the fuel mileage over gas. I have a couple of crew cab pickups at work, identical options except one is 454 and one is 6.5 durmax.
Gas is 7.5 MPG and diesel is 12 MPG. Both have the same tow capacity and the mileage is loaded with trailer weighing about 8000#.
The other advantage is life expectancy, gas is about 250,000 miles diesel is about 450,000 miles. Both with proper maintenance. This is personal experience and by no means scientific.
Personally I will not buy the H3 with a diesel or V8 unless they get significatlly more MPG. I think the I5 has plenty of power and seems to be getting better the more it gets broke in.
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H3-Boulder Gray, Ebony Leather, Lux Pkg, Off Road Pkg, Auto, Power Sunroof, Chrome Pkg, XM, Brush Guard, Trailer Pkg, Rocker Panel Protection, Removable Assist Steps, Painted Hard Tire Cover, Chrome Fuel Door
Other 4x4s:
1997 Wrangler
2003 Expedit
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