Comparing Diesel To Gasoline RV Heaters By Velit For A 2019 Transit EcoBoost

Updated 01/05/2026 | Published 08/20/2025

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Velit Gasoline RV Heater for Camper Van - 14,000 Btu - Bluetooth Control

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$729.00

Velit Diesel RV Heater for Camper Van - 14,000 Btu - Bluetooth Control

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$729.00

Question:

I see this comes in both gasoline and diesel. My van is a 2019 Transit with the EcoBoost engine. Is there a reason I should pick the gas version over the diesel one?

asked by: Cheryl

Expert Reply:

Cheryl, since your Transit is gasoline-powered, the gas Velit # VE46QV is the cleaner fit - it saves you from having to add a separate diesel tank just for the heater. You just tap into your gasoline tank and go from there. Functionally, both versions are the same: 14,000 BTU, 12V operation, rated for -30°F to 75°F. The difference really comes down to fuel source.

Are you looking to heat the whole van in winter, or just keep it comfortable for camping?

In regard to running the fuel from your transit, Velit says you can use the aux fuel port on the tank if below 5,000 feet. If above that, you'll instead use the included fuel standpipe.

expert reply by: Andrew N

Douglas

1/2/2026

I want to spend winters skiing out of it. With temps as low as 20 below. Do you think the gas is just as safe as diesel would be my only concern. It's a ford transit 250 all wheel med. Roof 148 cargo. All insulated .

Andrew N.

1/5/2026

@Douglas Good morning Douglas. I usually say gas is better since diesel tends to gel up and not work as well in below freezing, but in this case, Velit rates them to both work with a range of -30F - 75F. I don't foresee you having any issues with either setup. Is your Ford Transit 250 a gasoline or diesel model? I would just go with whichever fuel your vehicle uses so that you don't need an auxiliary fuel tank of any kind. -Gas model # VE46QV -Diesel model # VE66QV