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Auto Express
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: This cheap BMW iX1 is perfect for high-mileage drivers
Sporty handling; desirable M Sport trim 12,000 miles a year; 287-mile range Just £285.79 a month The BMW iX1 might be the smallest electric SUV the German brand makes, but it packs a big punch. That's because it's a true all-rounder – practical, good to drive and efficient, plus it has that same mystical kerb appeal larger BMWs have in spades. Despite this strong list of attributes, the iX1 isn't as expensive as you might think, judging by today's offer. Advertisement - Article continues below This deal, from Lease Car UK, is perfect for high-mileage drivers because it offers a whopping 12,000-miles-a-year allowance for just £433.71 a month. It's a four-year deal that requires £5,552.52 as an initial payment – that's not bad for an agreement like this with such a high mileage limit. You'll be taking the keys to the eDrive 20 model, so that means one motor powering the front wheels. With 204bhp, performance is brisk, while that single motor brings a WLTP range of 287 miles. In our testing we've found 245 miles to be realistic in everyday driving, which is pretty impressive, while a 130kW maximum DC charging rate means a 10-to-80-per-cent charge takes around 30 minutes. This deal gets you an iX1 in desirable M Sport trim. Along with a racy bodykit, this model gives you bi-colour alloy wheels, aluminium trim on the interior, an M Sport steering wheel, and adaptive suspension to give a sportier drive. That's on top of the standard car's excellent curved display that has sat-nav and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The iX1 gives a sportier drive than its rivals, but remains plush and cosseting just like you'd expect from a BMW. It's also roomy despite its compact size, with plenty of rear-seat space and a good 490-litre boot. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top BMW iX1 leasing offers from leading providers on our BMW iX1 page. Check out the BMW iX1 deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts MG4 and MGS5 EV prices slashed in reply to Government Electric Car Grant MG4 and MGS5 EV prices slashed in reply to Government Electric Car Grant In order to boost sales, MG is announcing its own a £1,500 grant for some of its EVs Chinese cars will take over as Britain's best sellers Chinese cars will take over as Britain's best sellers With a dramatic rise in sales, Mike Rutherford thinks it's only a matter of time before Chinese cars outsell all other countries in the UK Roll over diesel: EVs are now doing the big mileage in the UK Roll over diesel: EVs are now doing the big mileage in the UK The average UK electric car now covers more than 10,000 miles per year, a similar amount to the average diesel.
Auto Express
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Hyundai Inster is cute, charming and cheap at just £175 a month
Cutesy styling 229-mile range; easy to drive Just £174.12 a month Not that long ago you could count the number of affordable small electric cars on the fingers of one hand. But now that's changing fast, and in recent months a whole wave of pint-sized EVs has arrived to cater for people on a relatively low budget. Advertisement - Article continues below Easily one of the most charming of this new crop of cheaper EVs is the Hyundai Inster. It's a Renault 5 and Fiat Grande Panda EV rival, and just as charismatic; it's also a bit of a bargain right now. Scouring the Auto Express Find a Car service, we found Lease Car UK is offering the cutesy Inster for just £174.12 a month right now. It's a three-year deal that requires a £2,437.44 initial payment, while mileage is capped at 5,000 a year. Rather amazingly you can bump this up to 8,000 miles per annum for only around a fiver extra a month. The Inster line-up is easy to get your head around, given that there are just three models – 01, 02 and Cross – and two battery sizes to choose from. With this deal you get the entry-level 01 but, very impressively, you nab the largest of the batteries on offer. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below The 49kWh 'Long Range' battery brings a claimed range of 229 miles, and if you live in the city and only travel short distances, you could likely cover 100 more miles than that before needing to top up. Power comes from a 113bhp electric motor, which serves up 0-62mph in 10.6 seconds – not outrageously fast, but plenty quick enough for most everyday driving situations. The entry-level 01 brings a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a rear-view camera and parking sensors, heated and power-fold mirrors, along with 15-inch alloys. Surprisingly, a heat pump and a battery-heating system are thrown in, too. The Inster is a strict four-seater, but the interior is pretty roomy considering the car's dinky dimensions. That boxy shape means visibility is excellent, and overall the car is easy and very comfortable to drive. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Hyundai Inster leasing offers from leading providers on our Hyundai Inster page. Check out the Hyundai Inster deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts New MG IM5 has the Tesla Model 3 beaten on price and range New MG IM5 has the Tesla Model 3 beaten on price and range The all-electric IM5 brings new technology and design to the MG line-up New MG Cyberster Black is a dark sign of things to come for the brand New MG Cyberster Black is a dark sign of things to come for the brand MG boss thinks special editions like this might be the ticket to keeping up demand for the electric sports car Vauxhall Mokka vs Hyundai Kona: small hybrid SUVs in a big battle Vauxhall Mokka vs Hyundai Kona: small hybrid SUVs in a big battle Hybrid newcomers slug it out for family buyers' hearts and minds Car group tests 12 Jul 2025
Auto Express
13-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: best-selling Ford Puma ST-Line for only £190 per month
Great-handling small SUV Sportier look courtesy of ST-Line trim Only £190 per month The Ford Puma has been the UK's best-selling car since 2023, and there are no signs the recently refreshed small SUV will relinquish that title, because more than 26,000 examples have left showrooms in the past six months alone. It's easy to understand why, though, especially when the sporty-looking version is available from just £190 per month. This three-year lease deal for the Ford Puma ST-Line is being offered by Lease Car UK through the Auto Express Find A Car service. It requires a fairly reasonable initial payment of £2,639, followed by monthly payments of £190, and includes a standard annual mileage allowance of 5,000 miles per year. Advertisement - Article continues below Of course, plenty of people cover more miles than that in a year, but increasing the annual limit to 10,000 miles costs only £22 extra each month. Even with the allowance pushed all the way up to 12,000 miles, the same Puma ST-Line is available from £233 per month. Inside, the Puma features a 12.8-inch instrument panel, and a massive 12-inch central touchscreen that's running Ford's latest infotainment system, but also comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. There's enough space for adults in the back, plus a 456-litre boot for all your stuff, including a 68-litre 'Megabox' beneath the boot floor that can be rinsed out, which is handy if you've got muddy walking boots. In ST-Line specification, the Puma comes with a bodykit and sports suspension, 17-inch rims, those large dual displays, LED headlights, reversing camera, keyless entry and start, cruise control and various safety systems. Meanwhile, under the bonnet is a 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine that uses 48-volt mild-hybrid technology, and is paired with a six-speed manual gearbox. The 123bhp and 170Nm of torque are good for 0-62mph in 9.6 seconds, while Ford claims the powertrain can return up to 52.3mpg. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car retailers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Ford Puma leasing offers from leading providers on our Ford Puma deals hub page… Check out the Ford Puma Deal of the Day or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts New MG IM5 has the Tesla Model 3 beaten on price and range New MG IM5 has the Tesla Model 3 beaten on price and range The all-electric IM5 brings new technology and design to the MG line-up New MG Cyberster Black is a dark sign of things to come for the brand New MG Cyberster Black is a dark sign of things to come for the brand MG boss thinks special editions like this might be the ticket to keeping up demand for the electric sports car New Mazda CX-5 revealed with fresh looks, more space and far fewer buttons New Mazda CX-5 revealed with fresh looks, more space and far fewer buttons The Mazda CX-5 has been revolutionised to take on the Nissan Qashqai, Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson
Auto Express
07-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Peugeot 208 GT is a sharp supermini for less than £180 a month
High-spec GT model Good to drive; more than 50mpg Just £175.53 a month Small hatchbacks don't come much more striking than the Peugeot 208. The French firm's dinkiest model is six years old now, but one look at its distinctive and upmarket styling and you wouldn't think it. It's a pretty premium-feeling car as a whole that comes with a remarkably low price tag. Advertisement - Article continues below How low? Well, how does less than £180 a month sound? Lease Car UK is offering the high-spec supermini for £175.53 right now; a £2,454.36 initial payment is required and it's a two-year agreement. Mileage is capped at 5,000 a year, but you can nudge this up to a far more flexible 8,000 per annum for less than £18 extra a month. The GT model was, until recently, the flagship 208, but a new range-topping GT Premium version joined the line-up around a month ago. Mind you, GT spec is not to be sniffed at, and its spec includes: LED headlights with Smartbeam assist, LED rear lights and Peugeot's trademark i-Cockpit with 3D display for the dials. There are also 17-inch diamond-cut alloys, a black roof, plus smart leather-effect and cloth seats with bold lime-green stitching. The 208 comes with the choice of two mild-hybrid 1.2-litre petrol options, and here you get the most powerful version. With 134bhp, performance is suitably punchy, surprisingly refined and very economical, with more than 50mpg easily achievable. It may have a GT badge on the C-pillar, but to say it's a sporty driving experience would be a bit of an exaggeration. Still, the 208's small steering wheel and responsive chassis do add up to an enjoyable drive. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Peugeot 208 leasing offers from leading providers on our Peugeot 208 hub page. Check out the Peugeot 208 deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here … Find a car with the experts Car Deal of the Day: MG ZS gives a big SUV feel for a miniscule £194 a month Car Deal of the Day: MG ZS gives a big SUV feel for a miniscule £194 a month The MG ZS is an easy car to like and live with. It's our Deal of the Day for 3 July New Volvo XC60 2025 facelift review: big-selling SUV gets a new lease of life New Volvo XC60 2025 facelift review: big-selling SUV gets a new lease of life This refreshed Swedish SUV focuses on familiar areas of strength to take on BMW and Audi Tesla UK sales rebound with one in four new cars now an EV Tesla UK sales rebound with one in four new cars now an EV EV sales have leapt up in the first half of 2025, although numbers remain behind Government targets
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Central Contracts strengthens OEM partnerships
Central Contracts, the independent leasing broker trading as has announced a series of strengthened partnerships with major motor manufacturers, resulting in improved offers for its customers. Through closer collaboration with OEMs such as Kia, Toyota, and Stellantis, the company has gained access to enhanced vehicle stock, better pricing, and shorter lead times on high-demand models. According to the business, 75% of its volume over the past 12 months has come through direct manufacturer agreements, contributing to what it describes as a record year. The company has also maintained an average customer renewal rate of 45%, which it attributes to improved communication and service levels. Gareth Roberts, strategy director at Central Contracts, said the improved customer proposition is the result of a long-term strategy to engage more closely with manufacturers. 'We are now in a position to offer more competitive leasing options by building stronger OEM relationships and delivering on expectations,' he said. The company also points to broader market conditions as contributing factors. While the BVRLA reports a slight decline in the overall leasing broker fleet, Central Contracts has seen continued growth, particularly in the personal contract hire (PCH) segment. The recent interest rate cut has further supported consumer affordability. 'At a time when many consumers are managing tighter budgets, the lower interest rate environment enables us to offer more value,' Roberts added. Central Contracts says it expects its OEM partnerships to play a key role in future growth, supporting both customer acquisition and retention through improved vehicle availability and pricing. "Central Contracts strengthens OEM partnerships" was originally created and published by Motor Finance Online, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
