Are you in the market for a new lease car and are you considering switching to a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or fully electric car? Wise choice, because that provides a monthly benefit in the form of less addition and lower costs. The Renault model range offers plenty of choice. But what exactly should you pay attention to?
1. Hybrid with or without plug or fully electric?
Electric driving can be done in different ways. With an E-Tech hybrid, such as the new Renault Arkana E-Tech hybrid, you can save up to 40 percent in fuel because in built-up areas you drive electrically up to 80% of the time, and the car charges itself. E-Tech hybrid models are also available from the Clio and recently also the Captur. With a plug-in hybrid, the 100% electric range is even greater. With the Renault Captur E-Tech plug-in hybrid and the Renault Megane E-Tech plug-in hybrid, you can drive up to 65 kilometers fully electrically and charge the battery at a public charging station or at home in the driveway. The new Renault Megane E-Tech electric, the Renault Zoe E-Tech electric and the Renault Twingo E-Tech electric are fully electric. Which car is best for you depends on many factors. For example, your daily kilometers, your family composition and your lease budget.
2. Do you also have less additional tax liability with a (plug-in) hybrid?
You have the lowest additional tax liability with a fully electric car, but also with a (plug-in) hybrid the rate is lower than that of a conventional car. This has everything to do with the lower list price, as a result of the low CO2 emissions. After all, the bpm is calculated on the emissions, which are very low for hybrids and plug-in hybrids. And on top of that, you get better performance and extremely favorable consumption. In addition, there are Renault Business models especially for business drivers. These are extra richly equipped versions for lovers of extra comfort, more luxury and beautiful options. You lease these richly equipped Renault models with a very attractive addition. The lower tax value ensures a lower addition, and Renault adds extra equipment. Without your addition going up. This way, as a lease driver, you have room in your wallet for other fun things.
3. Can I charge my lease car at home?
You can charge a fully electric car and a plug-in hybrid at any public charging station with a charge card. But if you have a parking space on your own property, your own charging option is of course even more pleasant. Plug it in at the end of the working day and get into a charged and possibly preheated (or cooled) car every morning. With a smart charging station or wallbox, linked to a special app, you can accurately track the costs of charging and settle them with your employer or use them as a self-employed person for your administration.
4. Operational lease or financial lease?
Renault Flex Financial Lease is a car loan that you can extend with the extended warranty and maintenance services. The more services you choose, the lower the interest rate will be. Once all monthly amounts have been paid, you own the car. With Operational Lease you determine a term and annual mileage in advance and all costs of the car are then included in the rate. You return the car at the end of the lease contract. It’s that simple.
5. Private lease and business use
Another option is private lease, which is usually used by private individuals. For a fixed monthly fee, all car costs are covered, except for fuel or charging. Suppose you receive a mobility budget from your employer, then you can opt for this lease form. And this is also an option for self-employed persons, the car is then private property and you pay the business kilometers from the business to private. In both cases you pay no addition.
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