Diesel Cars Boom in the US; LeaseCompare.com Names Top 10 to Lease
Diesel Cars Boom in the US; LeaseCompare.com Names Top 10 to Lease Cincinnati, OH – February 4, 2010. Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), the leader in online direct-to-consumer auto leasing and financing, released a list of the top 10 diesel vehicles to lease from its popular website LeaseCompare.com “Not your father’s diesel car from yesteryears, today’s generation of clean diesel cars are fuel-efficient, quiet, low emission, and have the performance that makes them fun to drive!�?? says Tarry Shebesta, President of ACS. Americans are beginning to embrace these new diesels. A recent 2008 survey by JD Power states that by 2015, 10% of cars sold in the US will be diesels compared to the current 3% of sales. LeaseCompare.com offers competitive lease deals on the most popular models listed below. Top 10 Diesel Vehicles to Lease with Sample Payments 1. Volkswagen Golf TDI for $325 2. Volkswagen Jetta TDI for $327 3. Audi A3 2.0 TDI for $419 4. BMW 335d for $467 5. BMW X5 xDrive35d for $572 6. Volkswagen Touareg TDI for $602 7. Audi Q7 TDI for $674 8. Mercedes ML350 BlueTEC for $688 9. Mercedes R320 BlueTEC for $698 10. Mercedes GL350 BlueTEC for $835 A comparison of all diesel models and lease payment details are available here: http://www.leasecompare.com/diesel_car_lease_quotes.php One of the biggest advantages with these vehicles is their fuel efficiency. Overall the diesel versions get on average almost 10 mpg, or 30%, better mileage than their gas model siblings. The Audi A3 won the 2010 Green Car of the Year at the LA Auto Show with a 30 city / 42 highway rating, the same as the VW Jetta and Golf with whom it shares the same engine type. There are also potential tax credits that make these a good option to consider. In addition to those offered from the IRS, BMW promotes a $4,500 “eco-credit�?? on both of its diesel models through March 1, 2010. “Just like with hybrid vehicles, diesel technology is always changing. This makes leasing them a smart financial decision since owning out-dated technology can lead to poor resale values,�?? notes Shebesta. LeaseCompare.com provides an interactive tool to instantly evaluate new and used vehicle leasing vs financing options from a number of banks and credit unions. Customers can lock in the lease or loan offer they like and apply for credit online. About Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (www.acscorp.com) Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS) is a leading provider of direct-to-consumer auto leasing and financing, online vehicle marketing, and a loan origination gateway for dealers and lenders. Founded in 1989, ACS’s mission is to provide services that enhance the experience of buying or leasing a car. ACS achieves this by leading the industry with innovative proprietary technology, superior customer service, and twenty years of industry experience. ## -Tarry E. Shebesta, OCLC (Certified Lease Consultant) President, ACS Financial / LeaseCompare.com Past President, National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA) Author, Auto Lease Insider (www.AutoLeaseInsider.com) tarry@acscorp.com / 800.223.4882 ext. 11