Peugeot 208 Hatchback Yellow

Compare the 208 with popular rivals such as the Renault Clio, Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo, and it does look a wee bit expensive, costing a little more to buy. Resale values are no better than average, either, so that won’t provide any extra help in protecting your investment come resale time, or trimming monthly finance rates. That said, depending on the version, the Peugeot is a bit more fuel efficient than many of its rivals, so you’ll pay a bit less at the pumps and emit a bit less carbon dioxide. Alternatively, switch to the electric e-208 and you could dramatically reduce your fuel bills, but you’ll need to weigh up the increase in purchase price, which starts from just over £25,000. In the burgeoning electric car market, that is a competitive price and less than a Renault Zoe. It qualifies for the same tax breaks as other affordable small EVs such as the Renault Zoe, which makes it especially tempting for company car drivers.