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Finances might be tight. But that doesn’t mean you have to compromise on your next business car. Because now you can downsize and still get that big car feel without feeling short-changed. Sam Hardy has been testing the space-defying Toyota iQ. There’s a new and more economical Fiat 500. While reader Bryan Hatter is considering a Ford Fiesta to replace his Saab estate.

But if that’s not for you, how about the new Mercedes E-Class? That Merc built-from-granite appeal is back, and Mercedes promises comfort, safety and technology all wrapped up in its new E-Class saloon. But whatever business car you are choosing, emissions are going down. Whether it’s for tax-efficiency, fuel cost-savings, or environmental reasons, the average CO2 of a new business car on contract hire car is lower than those cars bought privately. Click on the picture above right for the story.

Ralph Morton - editor

HEADLINE NEWS

New Mercedes E-Class launches in June

There’s a new Mercedes E-Class arriving. It features new-style rectangular quad lamps at the front while under the skin it’s stuffed with safety and technical kit.

ALSO IN THE NEWS

Audi A4 takes the Avant off-road

The Audi A4 range is expanding with an all-new allroad model. So if you like your Audi elegance tinged with outdoor toughness, this A4 is for you.

New fuel-saving Fiat 500 hits the town

The frugal Fiat 500 is getting even meaner on fuel. A new Start&Stop 500 cuts the engine in standing traffic…then fires up when you want to go. Savings start here.

ROAD TESTS

Toyota iQ: how to win in the city

If MINI’s retro look is not for you, how about a hi-tech Toyota? The amazing Toyota tiddler measures under 3m yet takes four. Sam Hardy on a big city hit.

ADVICE CENTRE

Are you ready to downsize?

Bryan Hatter is. A former MD of Saab, Bryan wants to swap his estate for something smaller and more economical. Here’s his blog test on the Ford Fiesta.

Why are car prices rising?

That’s a question a self-employed reader wants to know. Given the difficulties in the economy, Heather thought prices would go the other way. Time to ask the experts.

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