What’s the difference between business contract hire (BCH) or a salary sacrifice scheme?

With business contract hire, the company pays a monthly fee for the use of the car and the expense counts against their profit and loss account. Businesses can reclaim portion of the VAT on lease costs if there's some business use of the vehicle. With salary sacrifice scheme, employees exchange part of their salary for an electric car, which is classed as a non-cash benefit. In this set up, the employee would make the monthly payments directly from their salary before Income Tax and National Insurance deductions. This means the employee and business reduce Income Tax and National Insurance contributions.

Who can lease an electric business car?

All operating businesses can lease an electric business car on Auto Trader, including sole traders, partnerships, and LLPs.

What’s the difference between business and personal leasing?

In business car leasing, the company signs the lease, while in personal car leasing, the lease is under the driver’s name. This informs who is ultimately responsible for the car. With business car lease deals, you can also claim the VAT back which makes business leasing tax efficient.

Is it worth leasing an electric car through my business?

Taking out a business lease for an electric car can help you manage budgets and cash flow, since there are fixed monthly payments and set contract lengths. Leasing often gives you access to the latest cars. As you hand the car back at the end of the contract, you regularly upgrade the car without worrying about depreciation. There are also a number of tax savings for business car leasing. You can reclaim VAT on lease payments, and save on corporation tax since the monthly payments as deductible expenses. For electric cars, Benefit-in-Kind tax is capped at just 2% until 2025. You can also claim for business miles travelled if the car is charged at home.

Can I lease a small electric business car on Auto Trader?

There are many lease deals available for compact electric business cars. Options include small electric hatchbacks like the Peugeot e-208 or spacious small SUVs like the Kia Niro . For those seeking premium electric options, consider the MINI Electric or BMW i3.

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Drive a brand-new electric company car while benefitting from tax savings and fixed monthly payments when you choose from our best electric business car lease deals.Electric business car leasing, also known as business contract hire (BCH) or company car leasing, allows businesses to secure an eco-friendly fleet for business use or set up a salary sacrifice scheme for employees to lease their own electric car.   Leasing's fixed monthly payments make budgeting simpler and help retain cash for other investments.  Top brands like <a href=https://www.autotrader.co.uk/cars/leasing/tesla>Tesla</a>, <a href=https://www.autotrader.co.uk/cars/leasing/peugeot>Peugeot</a> and <a href=https://www.autotrader.co.uk/cars/leasing/volkswagen>Volkswagen</a> sit alongside newcomer brands like <a href=https://www.autotrader.co.uk/cars/leasing/gwm-ora>GWM Ora</a> and <a href=https://www.autotrader.co.uk/cars/leasing/byd>BYD</a>, so compare electric business lease deals on Auto Trader to find the perfect electric car for your business needs.  How to enquire about a business car lease  To lease an electric business car on Auto Trader, contact us at <a href="tel:03303039055">03303039055</a> to start your lease application. Have your company details ready, including contact information, registration number, director's details, and business bank information. After approval, your new electric car will be delivered to your home or workplace for your convenience. Some restrictions may apply to delivery to parts outside UK Mainland. Find our <a href=https://www.autotrader.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/vanarama>T&Cs here</a>. Explore business leasing with the best range of electric cars with Auto Trader, and get a quote today.

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Estate
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6,000 miles p/a

June 2025 delivery

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Hatchback
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With business contract hire, the company pays a monthly fee for the use of the car and the expense counts against their profit and loss account. Businesses can reclaim portion of the VAT on lease costs if there's some business use of the vehicle.   With salary sacrifice scheme, employees exchange part of their salary for an electric car, which is classed as a non-cash benefit. In this set up, the employee would make the monthly payments directly from their salary before Income Tax and National Insurance deductions. This means the employee and business reduce Income Tax and National Insurance contributions. 
Taking out a business lease for an electric car can help you manage budgets and cash flow, since there are fixed monthly payments and set contract lengths.   Leasing often gives you access to the latest cars. As you hand the car back at the end of the contract, you regularly upgrade the car without worrying about depreciation.  There are also a number of tax savings for business car leasing. You can reclaim VAT on lease payments, and save on corporation tax since the monthly payments as deductible expenses.  For electric cars, Benefit-in-Kind tax is capped at just 2% until 2025. You can also claim for business miles travelled if the car is charged at home.

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