BMW 320d EfficientDynamics
What is it?
BMW’s 3 Series saloon gets the ultimate emission reducing EfficientDynamics treatment with dramatic results. It’s the first premium saloon to qualify for a full first year writing down allowance against taxable profits. And for company car drivers, there’s the appeal of a 13% company car tax banding. Priced at £26,480 – the same as the standard BMW 320d SE model.
Here’s our BMW 320d EfficientDynamics review.
What’s hot?
- Those CO2 emissions: just 109g/km of them
- And the amazing fuel economy: 68.9mpg
- Reduced company car tax burden: just 13%
- Benefits from 100% first year writing down allowance
- Also benefits from the usual BMW virtues of being a great drive
- Michelin EnergySaving tyres add to improved ride quality
- And there’s plenty of low-down response from revised engine
- Comfortable and supportive sports seats (£430 option)
- Accurate and precise steering
- Unobtrusive stop-start system
- Did we mention the stunning economy and CO2 emissions?
What’s not?
- Vibration on start up through gear lever
- Engine gets noisy towards the top end
- Limited boot space
- It’s not cheap – and budget £3k for those key options
What you need to Know?
P11D Value: | 26,480 |
Monthly Rental*: | 317 (CH)/£372 (PCH) |
Tax Band when posted: | 13%, 13%, 15% |
Monthly BiK: | Click link for BIK |
Engine: | 2.0 4-cyl turbo diesel |
CO2 Emissions: | 109g/km |
Power/torque: | 163hp/380Nm |
Economy: | 68.9mpg |
Monthly contract hire (CH) and personal contract hire (PCH) rentals generated by Concept Vehicle Leasing. Based on a 36 month lease at 10,000 miles a year, 3+35 payments.
Business Car Manager Road Test Rating
The new BMW 320d EfficientDynamics is a remarkable car with a dual character: eco warrior or sports saloon. You choose. Add to that all the taxation and running cost advantages, and you have a business car winner on every front.
Further information
For further comment on the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics, read the Editor’s Blog BMW 320d EfficientDynamics: the art of the impossible.
For an interview with BMW’s David Cantle explaining more about the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics and its tax advantages to small businesses, read the Special Report BMW’s 320d EfficientDynamics: your questions answered.