However don't drive short journeys as the dpf blocks up. Personally petrol is a better option, I own a diesel and it's not great.
Cons: DPF blocks up, not great for short journeys
Vehicle:
Volkswagen Golf
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You will have to replace the DPF or remove it and tune the car. They crack and fail even if you treat them right. Terrible system.
Cons: cracks and fails, terrible system
Vehicle:
Volkswagen
The diesel particulate filter got plugged so went with a tune.
Cons: got plugged
Vehicle:
Volkswagen
Ive seen someone drop over $9000 on a diesel particulate filter, and that didnt even fix the problem.
Cons: very expensive, problem not fixed
Vehicle:
BMW
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