{"id":10381,"date":"2023-09-12T14:45:05","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T21:45:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog2.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=10381"},"modified":"2024-09-03T09:54:53","modified_gmt":"2024-09-03T16:54:53","slug":"diesel-vs-gas-rvs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/diesel-vs-gas-rvs\/","title":{"rendered":"Comparing Gas Vs. Diesel RV: What Are the Pros and Cons?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&rsquo;ve decided between a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/rv-vs-travel-trailer\/\">travel trailer and a motorhome.<\/a> You&rsquo;ve settled the tie between a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/class-a-vs-class-c-motorhome\/\">Class A RV and a Class C RV<\/a>. Now, you&rsquo;re faced with one of the toughest decisions of all: <strong><em>Do you want an RV with a gas-powered or diesel-powered engine?&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it largely comes down to personal preference, either type of RV has definite advantages and disadvantages. Understanding these pros and cons is important if you want to choose the RV that&rsquo;s right for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage\/quiz\/rv_match?blog=a&amp;step=variant\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"591\"  height=\"355\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-14982 pk-lazyload\"  style=\"width:797px;height:auto\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 591px) 100vw, 591px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/RV-quiz-entry-point.png\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/RV-quiz-entry-point.png 591w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/RV-quiz-entry-point-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/RV-quiz-entry-point-380x228.png 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/RV-quiz-entry-point-550x330.png 550w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"understanding-gas-and-diesel-rvs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding Gas and Diesel RVs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To the untrained eye, gas and diesel engines don&rsquo;t seem that different. However, there&rsquo;s a reason that there are mechanics who specialize specifically in diesel engines versus those who specialize in gas ones. It&rsquo;s because they&rsquo;re as different as night and day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Diesel and gas engines have differing operating mechanisms and components, which leads to unique strengths and weaknesses<\/strong>. One engine isn&rsquo;t necessarily better than the other, but understanding the advantages and disadvantages of either engine will help you choose the right type of RV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"variant\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/rv-storage-near-me\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-rv-storage\">How Neighbor is changing RV storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on RV storage, on average. 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This holds true for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/types-of-motorhomes\/\">all classes of motorhomes<\/a>, including Class A, Class B, and Class C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"maintenance-and-repair\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintenance and Repair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the same way that gas motorhomes have a lower purchase price, they are also<strong> cheaper to repair than diesel motorhomes<\/strong>. This is partly because diesel engines are more complicated and have more components than gas engines. It&rsquo;s also because gas engines are more popular than diesel ones, which means diesel parts and mechanics are harder to find and in higher demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, the <strong>average oil change for a gas motorhome will cost $150 to $250<\/strong>, while the same operation for a <strong>diesel motorhome will cost between $400 and $500.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"better-for-limited-use\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Better For Limited Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another advantage of choosing an RV with a gasoline engine is that it performs well even if you don&rsquo;t use it often. Diesel RV engines, on the other hand, need to be operated fairly regularly, or they are more prone to issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"fuel-costs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fuel Costs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you pay attention while refueling at a gas station, you&rsquo;ll also notice that <strong>gas is much cheaper than diesel fuel.<\/strong> Currently, the average price for a gallon of gas is $3.70, and the average gallon of diesel fuel costs $4.20. When you consider that you&rsquo;ll be putting roughly 50 gallons of gas in your tank every time you refuel, you&rsquo;re looking at $185 for gas and $210 for diesel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"advantages-of-diesel-rvs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advantages of Diesel RVs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although diesel RVs are more expensive across the board, they have several distinct advantages over gas RVs that could tip the scales in their favor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"longevity-and-durability\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Longevity and Durability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most significant advantages of diesel RVs is their longer engine lifespan and durability. <strong>Diesel engines are renowned for their long-term durability<\/strong> and ability to withstand wear and tear, often lasting up to <strong>300,000 miles or more.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, gas engines typically give out after 150,000 to 200,000 miles. This extended lifespan<strong> translates to higher resale value<\/strong>, another big advantage for diesel engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"towing-capacity\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Towing Capacity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another big advantage for diesel motorhomes is that they have a more powerful engine than gas motorhomes, resulting in an average of <strong>double the towing capacity<\/strong>. Towing capacity is important if you plan to tow a car or trailer behind your RV, which is fairly common. More engine power also makes it easier for diesel motorhomes to navigate steep inclines and hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"fuel-economy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fuel Economy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While diesel fuel costs more than gasoline, <strong>diesel engines have a better fuel economy<\/strong>, which can sometimes offset the high fuel price. On average, a diesel RV will get between 9 and 15 MPG, whereas gas RVs will get between 6 and 11 MPG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"engine-noise\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Engine Noise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although diesel engines tend to be louder than gas ones, diesel motorhomes have the engine in the rear as a diesel pusher engine. Gas motorhomes, on the other hand, have the engine in the front. As a result, <strong>diesel pushers offer a quieter and more enjoyable driving experience than gasoline engines<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"2_in_post\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'second in post', version: '2.0'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n  <div class=\"second-in-post-cta\">\r\n    <section>\r\n      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n        <h2 id=\"save-up-to-1200-year-on-rv-storage-parking\">Save up to $1,200\/year on RV storage &amp; parking<\/h2>\r\n        <button>Search in your area\r\n          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/a>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h2 id=\"disadvantages-of-gas-vs-diesel-rvs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Disadvantages of Gas vs Diesel RVs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite offering several advantages like lower initial cost and easier maintenance, gas RVs also have certain drawbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"engine-lifespan\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Engine Lifespan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we said before, <strong>gas-powered RVs have a much shorter lifespan<\/strong> than diesel ones. In many cases, a gas RV will last half as long as a diesel rig, so if you plan to do lots of traveling for years to come, gas might not be the right choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"towing-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Towing Limitations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second main disadvantage of gas-powered engines is that they aren&rsquo;t as powerful, which means less towing capacity. This isn&rsquo;t a huge deal if you&rsquo;re only towing a small second vehicle on fairly flat terrain. However, if you&rsquo;re navigating mountainous terrain with a heavy vehicle or trailer in tow, you&rsquo;ll struggle with a gas-powered motorhome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"disadvantages-of-diesel-rvs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Disadvantages of Diesel RVs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite their performance and efficiency advantages, diesel RVs aren&rsquo;t perfect and have certain disadvantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"initial-purchase-price-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Initial Purchase Price<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest downside of diesel-powered RVs is that they come at a much higher price point than gas RVs. You can often expect to pay twice as much for diesel models as you would for the same RV with a gas engine. Therefore, <strong>diesel rigs are often too expensive for people with a tight budget<\/strong>, making them a less attainable option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"rv-maintenance-and-repairs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>RV Maintenance and Repairs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to their higher cost, <strong>diesel RVs have higher maintenance and repair costs than gas RVs<\/strong>. In the same way foreign cars are more expensive to maintain and repair than domestic ones, diesel engines require special parts, knowledge, and expertise that aren&rsquo;t as readily available as with gas engines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finding a mechanic who can perform your maintenance and repairs will also be more difficult, which could lead to prolonged periods where you can&rsquo;t use your RV because you&rsquo;re waiting for repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"making-your-decision-gas-or-diesel-rv\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Making Your Decision: Gas or Diesel RV?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you can see, numerous advantages and disadvantages are involved in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nirvc.com\/blog\/gas-vs-diesel-rvs\/\" target=\"_blank\">gas vs. diesel<\/a> motorhome debate. Here are a few tips to help you make the right decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"travel-frequency-and-distance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Travel Frequency and Distance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you plan to use your rig often and travel vast distances, diesel RVs are the better option. <strong>The more you use a diesel engine, the better it will perform<\/strong> and the longer it will last. On the other hand, gas motorhomes are better if you live the RV lifestyle where you remain at the same campground for long periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"budget-and-long-term-costs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Budget and Long-term Costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many instances, the initial price of a diesel RV is enough to turn prospective buyers away. However, if you want to invest in a long-term traveling option and can find enough wiggle room in your budget, diesel RVs are the way to go because they <strong>last longer and have more power than gas RVs.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"in-conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>In Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing between a diesel and gas motorhome is a big deal because either option is a sizeable investment. Therefore, it&rsquo;s important to examine the pros and cons of both types of RVs so that you can make the right decision. It&rsquo;s also important to note that diesel RVs have a higher resale value, so they might be the better option if you plan to resell your rig.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you choose a gas or diesel RV, you&rsquo;ll need a safe place to store your new purchase. Consider using a peer-to-peer storage marketplace like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;search=45609\">Neighbor<\/a> if you need help finding the perfect place to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/where-to-store-rv-when-not-in-use\/\">store your RV while it&rsquo;s not in use<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-benefits-of-a-diesel-rv\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are the Benefits of a Diesel RV?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Diesel RVs <\/strong>are <strong>more powerful<\/strong>, <strong>quieter<\/strong>, and <strong>last longer<\/strong> than gas-powered RVs. They also have a higher resale value and a superior towing capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"do-diesel-motorhomes-get-better-gas-mileage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do Diesel Motorhomes Get Better Gas Mileage?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Yes, <\/em>diesel motorhomes generally get better gas mileage <\/strong>than their petrol-powered counterparts, offering up to 35% greater fuel efficiency. Standard gas RVs typically provide 6-10 mpg, while diesel vehicles usually give 7-14 mpg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-best-engine-for-a-motorhome\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is the Best Engine for a Motorhome?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diesel engines, <em>specifically Cummins diesel engines<\/em>, are preferred for motorhomes due to their higher torque ratings, exceptional fuel economy, low operating costs, and legendary reliability. Ford and Chevy have some of the best options if you prefer a gas engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"is-fuel-availability-a-significant-factor-when-choosing-between-gas-and-diesel-rvs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Fuel Availability a Significant Factor When Choosing Between Gas and Diesel RVs?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it used to be a bigger factor in past years, gasoline and diesel fuel are both readily available in most parts of the country. However, if you&rsquo;re in a pinch, there are still more gas stations offering gasoline than there are offering diesel fuel.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You&rsquo;ve decided between a travel trailer and a motorhome. 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