Which hybrid company car for up to €68,000?
What is the best choice for a hybrid company car with a max budget of €68k? Currently in an Audi A5 diesel but don't want to increase my BIK payment.
Bill Lennon (WATERFORD)Sep 2025 Filed under: benefit-in-kind
Expert answer
Hi Bill,
Obviously a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) makes most sense here as those come with ultra-low CO2 emissions to help keep the BIK down. Though we would only recommend you buy one if you have a way of charging it up at home or at work on a very regular basis.
If you like your Audi, then the new Audi A5 e-hybrid makes for a good option. It can be had as a Sportback or Avant estate within your budget and it's a really lovely car. The e-hybrid system allows for a long electric range and low emissions, too. Read our review of the A5 e-hybrid for more.
The BMW 330e is another excellent premium PHEV within budget, both as a saloon or Touring estate. It's not as fresh-faced as the Audi A5, but it's still a good car. Read our review of the updated BMW 330e if you're interested.
Our next port of call would have been the Skoda Superb, but for some bizarre reason it's only offered as a PHEV in Combi estate format, so if you don't want an estate, then it's not for you. If you're open to the idea, however, it's a considerably larger car than the BMW and Audi mentioned above, if not as interesting to drive. Within budget, however, is the range-topping L&K variant, which puts the Audi and BMW to shame in terms of what you get for your money. Again, read our review of the Skoda Superb Combi PHEV for more.
Other than that trio, you'll be looking at SUVs in reality, unless you fancy moving to a fully electric car.
Come back to us if you want help narrowing things down further.
Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor