Mercedes E250 CDI SE

Few badges carry more kudos in the corporate car park than Mercedes’. So it will come as great news to company users that a £250 tax budget will net an E-Class.

With its imposing looks, luxurious cabin and solid build, the four-door saloon is a big hit with captains of industry, while its £233.16 monthly benefit in kind tax bill makes it popular with their accountants.

For that modest salary sacrifice, 40 per cent taxpayers get a four-door saloon in well equipped SE trim. Under the bonnet is the punchy 2.1-litre diesel unit, mated to a slick five-speed auto ’box. You won’t get more flash for the cash