BMW X2 SUV Blue

There’s the usual price hike for something bearing a BMW badge. But, beyond that little hitch, the engines all offer pretty frugal figures compared with the competition, so running costs aren’t bad for a premium German car. As ever, front-wheel drive versions and smaller engines equal better fuel economy and cheaper fixes should something go wrong. However, the plug-in hybrid xDrive 25e that joined the range in a 2020 model year update is our pick for low running costs. If your regular daily journeys are within the claimed 32 miles it can do on electric power alone – and you can charge it at home every night – you’ll pay very little beyond your Finance monthly finance costs. It’s also the best bet for company car drivers paying Benefit In Kind tax. Just beware high servicing costs, which BMW owners tend to complain about frequently.