The BMW that redefines the company car

THIS car is pure alchemy. It does what it shouldn't. It gives you the power and performance of a sporty saloon, but the fuel economy of a supermini. Except that it's not. It's a BMW. There's more to this alchemy, though. This particular BMW qualifies for 13% benefit-in-kind company car tax and full first year writing down allowances - just like the latest Ford Focus ECOnetic we've tested. How? What sort of voodoo has BMW been up to? Read our road test of the new BMW 320d EfficientDynamics. On a different matter, is your car insured properly for business? I didn't realise this, but there are five classes of use for insurance. Make sure you have the right one with our handy advice guide.

Ralph Morton - editor

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