To your point @Geotrash , I've done similar calculations and it never works out in favor of the consumer. That is why when I get a personal truck again it will most likely be a 2015-19 2500hd with a 6.0L. Bulletproof setup, should run for many, many miles.
When you do the comparison of mpg ratings (which there are none for these trucks, so forums/friends can help out) initially it can be a buzz kill. But, when you math it out, a drop of 2 or 3 mpg (depending on driving habits) doesn't really add up to a huge difference for low mileage use in my case.
I'm even thinking about just buying a 4x4 LMTV instead of a truck. For the money, I get something indestructible, go anywhere, cool AF for anywhere from 1/3 to 1/5 the cost of a pickup. And, no emissions stuff to worry about. If I end up pulling the trigger, I'll be sure to share.
When you do the comparison of mpg ratings (which there are none for these trucks, so forums/friends can help out) initially it can be a buzz kill. But, when you math it out, a drop of 2 or 3 mpg (depending on driving habits) doesn't really add up to a huge difference for low mileage use in my case.
I'm even thinking about just buying a 4x4 LMTV instead of a truck. For the money, I get something indestructible, go anywhere, cool AF for anywhere from 1/3 to 1/5 the cost of a pickup. And, no emissions stuff to worry about. If I end up pulling the trigger, I'll be sure to share.