Premium for 2018 ED was $3,000 over the Hemi. Traditionally with diesels you get that back at resale. Also diesels generally last much longer than gassers. Even in areas where “progressive gov” has so much additional tax on diesel that you pay 30 percent over gas fuel cost its a wash. If you tow regularly it’s still advantage diesel. I can’t speak to your wife complaining.
The 3.0 diesel half ton is a nitch vehicle to complete the 1/2 ton line up and stave off market share loses only to be about 5 percent of sales. So it’s no threat to whatever your favorite is. Quiet smooth low rpm pull is preferred by some of us. Realistic 30 mpg Hwy capable & averaging 14 towing a box TT at 65 makes for a solid case if you tow & put on lots of miles. Thing is it only has to make sense and be worth it to the person spending his money.
If you’re towing needs are 1/2 ton platform appropriate IE practical max wet TT weight of 8k or less the 3.0 diesel will be an enjoyable quiet ultra efficient tow vehicle and ideal for someone who puts on lots of miles. I have 500,000 miles on current 3.0 diesel truck so one day I will need a replacement truck and am looking forward to the 3.0 I-6 diesel.
