LeasePlan Intentions 116 EN

Intentions Y28_03/ 2017 periodical magazine of LeasePlan Belgium appears four times a year in January - March - June - September

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Things you need to know about your company car Process How does your lease contract end?

Research LeasePlan CarCost Index 2016 Car 10 SUVs and their green credentials

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Dear reader, The company car market – and by extension that of mobility – is in constant flux. LeasePlan approaches this trend with a dynamic and proactive strategy by introducing new and innovative services. We are currently on the threshold of something big. At LeasePlan, we know better than most that your mobility needs today will undoubtedly differ from your mobility needs tomorrow. We continue to look forward to meeting your mobility needs of tomorrow. Only in this way can we create added value. This is also where our expertise lies and we do it with both professionalism and passion. Electric vehicles, car sharing, ride sharing… What's next?

As the market leader, we deliver services in 32 countries.

And thanks to our extensive market knowledge we are well qualified to conduct analyses of the automotive market. The CarCost Index is a prime example.

But we have even more in store for you in this issue of Intentions. As a driver, you may sometimes have questions about your lease car. We provide the answers in an absorbing article.

Your lease car from A to Z, from receipt to end of contract. At the end of the journey, you take leave of your company car.

But that doesn't mean the end of the road for the car. In our industry, we call this car remarketing. We take you behind the scenes of the second-hand car market, a huge logistical machine with a lot going on.

And Intentions just wouldn't be complete without taking a close look at a car-related topic. This time we've set our sights on the ultimate growth segment: SUVs and crossovers. There are many great things on the horizon in this area, so keep the shortlist close at hand!

Pleasant reading!

Johan Portier Managing Director LeasePlan Belgium

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LeasePlan News

Everything you want to know about…

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Dossier

Things you need to know about your company car 12

Process

How does your lease contract end?

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Interview

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The Act on the protection of privacy in relation to the processing of personal data: personal data will be transmitted to and recorded in a file in the possession of LeasePlan Fleet Management nv with its registered office located at Excelsiorlaan 8, 1930 Zaventem, which is responsible for processing. Personal data will be used by LeasePlan with a view to (i) managing pre-contractual and contractual relations, (ii) preventing misuse and irregularities, (iii) compiling statistics and testing, (iv) providing assistance and information to drivers and (v) conducting satisfaction surveys among drivers. Personal data may be disclosed to third parties in a contractual relationship with LeasePlan, including suppliers and subcontractors of LeasePlan. You have the right to request access to and correction of your personal data by writing to LeasePlan at the above address and/or the e-mail address privacy@leaseplan.be.

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LeasePlan CarCost Index 2016

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Car

10 SUVs and their green credentials

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news The latest

by LeasePlan

Schréder: promoting smart cities with the BMW i3!

Schréder has been a leading company in the field of public and

LeasePlan as exclusive supplier

professional lighting for more than a century. It uses high-tech digital

These two BMW i3s are part of an operational leasing package with

solutions to help towns, cities and major infrastructure projects around

LeasePlan Belgium, as are the 100 or so other Schréder vehicles in

the world to make the switch to LED technology. The company is now

Belgium. ‘LeasePlan has been our exclusive partner for vehicle leasing

also assisting clients looking to deploy electric mobile solutions. The

for about 15 years now,’ explains Laurence Kerfs, Human Resources

charging infrastructure is obviously an essential element in supporting

Manager at Schréder. ‘Our HR department is relatively small. Thanks to

car fleets achieve a higher level of sustainable mobility.

the excellent and reliable service provided by LeasePlan, we can focus

The Schréder solution: Shuffle!

Schréder's multifunctional ‘Shuffle’ is a combination of an 11 or 22 kW charging point, a lamppost, a security camera, infotainment, wireless connectivity and e-mobility.

This simple set-up, which takes up very little space, offers a modular solution with a whole range of services. Access and payment for the electricity used for charging electric vehicles are regulated by means of a badge or a scan of a QR code.

Two BMW i3s Schréder has equipped its R&D centre in Liège with a Shuffle that combines all the necessary functions. ‘Every year, more than 500 clients from around the world visit us. These are clients looking for modern solutions to give shape to their projects,’ says Antoine De Ryckel, Director of Communications at Schréder. ‘When visiting the R&D centre, they get to see the latest developments and innovations.’

To draw even more attention to the Shuffle's ‘EV charger’, Schréder decided to bring in two BMW i3 cars: a model that is inextricably linked to sustainable mobility. ‘The BMW i3s are used as service vehicles for transporting our visitors. At the weekend or in the evening, the vehicles are made available to our employees to enable them to experience the benefits of e-mobility.’

completely on our core business: providing optimum service to our employees, who we treat in the same way as our clients.’ LeasePlan Belgium has the perfect solutions!

Faites-le nous savoir !

Si vous avez des suggestions ou si vous estimez que LeasePlan peut s’améliorer sur certains points, envoyez un e-mail à ­ info­@­leaseplan­.­be

Low-emission zones spreading in Flanders In the previous issue of Intentions, we informed you about the low-emission zone (LEZ) that had been introduced in Antwerp's city centre and part of the Left Bank. Meanwhile, the city of Ghent has also announced that it will be following suit in 2020. The LEZ in Ghent will correspond to the 30-kilometre-per-hour zone in the city centre, i.e. the area within – but not including – the R40 ring road, and excluding the Nieuwewandeling-Blaisantvest axis and the entry and exit roads to the Gent Zuid car park. This is in addition to the news that the city of Mechelen will also be introducing an LEZ in the course of 2018.

An LEZ banishes the most polluting vehicles, such as older diesels and very old petrol cars, from urban areas. This depends on the

Remember to switch over to summer tyres!

Euro emission standard. This emission standard – a rating of 1 to 6 – should be stated on your vehicle registration document (see ‘milieuklasse’ (‘environmental class’) section). The higher the rating, the less your vehicle pollutes. The nice thing about current company cars is

With the arrival of spring comes the switch from

that they have a much shorter lifespan than personal vehicles. In all

winter to summer tyres. With a few mouse clicks

likelihood, you'll be able to enter an LEZ in your company car without

in My LeasePlan, you can find out which tyre

any problems. But if you're in any doubt, you can visit the website

centre is holding your summer tyres. You can then

of the Flemish Government and the Department of the Environment,

quickly make an appointment to switch them

Nature and Energy for more information.

over. Remember to ensure that your wheel rims are clean before having new tyres fitted. This will improve the chances of a clean and airtight contact between the rim and the tyre.

If you still don’t have access to My LeasePlan, please contact us at drivercare@leaseplan.be or on 078 150 600.

www.lne.be/lage-emissiezones

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Things you need to know Your LeasePlan company car is your help and stay when it comes to getting from A to B. But what else do you know about it? Intentions addresses a number of the most important questions.

How do I ensure optimum daily use of my lease car?

• Regularly check the oil level and that of other fluids between

as long as the employment contract is in force. If your employment contract is terminated without the need to work a period of notice,

services. This will ensure optimum engine performance and

the employment relationship will be immediately discontinued and

reduce fuel consumption.

you will have to return your company car straight away. Calculations

• Regularly check the tyre pressures. This will reduce wear and increase your safety. But it will also lower your fuel consumption.

• Make sure you use the right fuel.

of any severance pay must take into account the benefits included in possessing a company car. You will probably find more information about this in your employer's car policy.

• Keep the car clean. This will prevent damage to the paintwork.

• Adhere strictly to the manufacturer's maintenance instructions.

This can help avoid discussions in the event of technical issues.

• For the specific regulations in your company, you should refer to your employer's car policy.

Can I drive my LeasePlan car to and in other countries?

Yes, you can. You are advised to check whether the country you are visiting is listed on your green card and whether you will need any special papers, such as a customs certificate. You will probably find more information about this in your employer's car policy.

Can I use my company car when I'm ill or taking a career break?

The answer to this question depends on the type of leave and whether you retain the right to salary while you are off. Personal use of a company car is tied to receiving salary so you will only need to return

Can other people also drive the car abroad? And do I need to be in the car as well?

LeasePlan only requires a person with a valid driving licence.

the car when your employer is no longer obliged to pay your salary.

However, it is your company's car policy that determines who can drive

You therefore retain the right to make personal use of the company car

the car. You should therefore read this carefully beforehand or consult

during your annual holiday, on public holidays and while you are on

your fleet manager.

sick leave and are entitled to guaranteed salary. However, if you take unpaid leave or are ill for an extended period of time and therefore

I've received notice that my car needs to have a roadworthiness

are no longer entitled to guaranteed salary, your employer will then

inspection. Where can I have this done?

have the right to require the temporary return of the vehicle during this

V The roadworthiness inspection can take place anywhere in

period. You should consult your fleet manager or read your company's

Belgium. However, if your car fails the inspection, you will need to

car policy for more information and for possible exceptions.

return to the same inspection centre for a new inspection. Find the nearest inspection centre via www.afsprakenautokeuring.be. The

Can the employer reclaim your company car immediately after you

document for the reimbursement of a roadworthiness inspection can

hand in your notice or are dismissed?

be found on My LeasePlan: www.leaseplan.be/myleaseplan. Print out

If you have to work a period of notice, you will be entitled to use the company car during this time, since your right to a salary will continue

the document and be sure to take it with you so you do not have to pay at the inspection centre.

about your company car What is the difference between summer and winter tyres and why is

temperature. Because the tyre becomes hotter and distorts, the risk

changing them recommended?

of damage, such as a blowout, automatically becomes greater. Low

Summer and winter tyres have a different rubber compound.

tyre pressures also affect the amount of energy needed to power the

Summer tyres are harder and perform better at temperatures of 7°C

car. As a result, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions rise significantly.

and above (grip, braking distance, wear and comfort). With their

Studies have shown that cars with low tyre pressures waste 3.9 billion

softer compounds, winter tyres are more suitable for temperatures

litres of fuel Europe-wide every year. And it is our environment which

below 7°C. Winter tyres have a greater depth of tread and a different

pays the highest price, with as much as 9.2 million tonnes of CO2 being

tread pattern to improve water dispersal. Changing tyres is primarily

released into the atmosphere. This works out at an additional 3.45 g/

recommended for safety reasons. Due to their softer compound, winter

km of CO2 emissions for every car.

tyres in particular wear out quickly at higher temperatures and they also increase fuel consumption.

Where can I go to get my tyres changed or repaired?

• Tyre change The details of the tyre centre where your summer or winter tyres are stored can be found on My LeasePlan. Surf to www.leaseplan.be/myleaseplan.

• Tyre repairs Contact our Driver Services staff on 078 150 600 or by e-mail at drivercare@leaseplan.be. They will give you the details of the tyre centres where you can get your tyres repaired. You can then contact the tyre centre directly to make an appointment. The tyre centre will take care of the inspection and LeasePlan will look after the paperwork.

What are the consequences if my tyre pressures are too low?

One in three vehicles in Europe has tyre pressures that are too low. In Belgium, this number actually rises to nine out of ten vehicles.

The consequences of driving with tyre pressures that are too low are far-reaching for both the car and the environment. Low pressure causes the tyres to wear out faster than normal. This is due to the sides of the tyre becoming overloaded, which significantly raises the tyre

Maintenance

Damage

When does my car need to be serviced?

Where should the accident report be sent?

You can find this information in your car's user manual or

If your car is insured via LeasePlan, you can send the accident

you can contact LeasePlan. Incidentally, did you know that many

report to damage@leaseplan.be. This report is a necessity and will

manufacturers no longer work with fixed intervals for services? This is

always be requested if you report an accident by telephone to the

why your on-board computer is the best source of information. If this

Driver Services department on 078 150 600. It is advisable to e-mail

reports that it’s time for a service, you know for sure how things stand.

a scan of the report to LeasePlan. If the accident does not involve another party, it will be sufficient simply to e-mail an account of the

Where does my car need to be serviced?

You can book a servicing appointment with just a

facts. If your car is not insured via LeasePlan, it would be best to contact your fleet manager.

few mouse clicks by means of the booking tool on My LeasePlan (www.leaseplan.be/myleaseplan). You can also see which

If my car breaks down, is stolen or is involved in an accident in

service partner offers pick-up & delivery and/or free Wi-Fi.

Belgium or Luxembourg, what assistance can I expect?

I took my car over from a colleague but I don't know when it was last

beside or on a public highway, or at the driver's residence or

serviced. What should I do?

workplace, the Flemish Automobile Association (VAB) will send

If the vehicle is immobilised in Belgium or Luxembourg, whether

Contact our Driver Services staff on 078 150 600. They will be happy to check when it was last serviced.

a qualified technician to the location within two hours to make the vehicle roadworthy again. If it is possible to repair the car, the technician will carry out a repair that will last for at least 24 hours to

Can I book a replacement vehicle while my company car is being

ensure you can continue normal daily activities. If it is not possible

serviced?

to carry out a temporary or permanent repair, LeasePlan-Assistance

This depends on the conditions that were agreed in the lease

will arrange for the transfer of the defective vehicle to an authorised

contract. Contact LeasePlan Driver Services first on 078 150 600.

garage or workshop. If the car has to stay in the garage, you will be

They can quickly check whether a replacement car is included in the

entitled to a replacement car from the VAB.

lease contract. If this is not the case, there are of course a number of alternatives: • You can book an appointment with a service partner which offers a pick-up & delivery service.

• You could opt for servicing at a service partner with a free Wi-Fi

If my car has sustained damage involving a known party abroad, how should I report this to LeasePlan?

Complete the accident statement form together with the other party and send it as soon as possible to LeasePlan, for the attention

zone. This means you can remain there until your car is ready and

of the claims department (by fax on 02 722 63 46 or by e-mail to

not miss any valuable work time.

damage@leaseplan.be), or to your insurer if your lease car is not

• Of course, you can always ask a colleague to pick you up.

insured through LeasePlan. If your car is insured through LeasePlan,

• Or ask your fleet manager whether there are other options offered

you can already start a claims procedure by phoning LeasePlan Driver

by your company.

Services on +32 2 722 60 00. Please note that the claims department at LeasePlan will also need the original accident statement form!

End of contract Did you know that many manufacturers no longer work with fixed intervals for services?

This is why your on-board computer is the best source of information.

If this reports that it’s time for a service, you know for sure how things stand.

What should I pay attention to when handing in my car?

Hand in your car in a clean and tidy condition. Dirty cars fetch a lower price and will therefore be cleaned at your expense. Make sure that you also remove your personal belongings from the car.

I have to hand in my car, but I paid for a number of additional options myself. Can I keep these and what would it cost?

Yes, this is possible, although not for all options. It is only possible if the removal of a specific option causes no damage to the car (such as a bike rack, child car seat or tow bar). The additional options need to be removed before the car is returned.

How does your lease contract end?

Excess: who pays – the employee or the employer?

This depends on the car policy. Some companies pay the initial excess and the driver pays for all others. Other companies pay the excess when their drivers drive for a certain period accident-free and are then involved in an accident. Some courier companies pay all excesses, because the vehicles frequently change drivers and it is impossible to find out who actually caused the damage. In other companies, each case is considered individually based on the average loss statistics.

If LeasePlan is unable to receive an admission of liability from the other party at the time the repair invoice has to be paid, the insurance excess will also be charged to the client. It goes without saying that if LeasePlan is still able to recover these expenses, the client will be credited with the excess charged.

In a separate article in this issue of Intentions (p. 12), we explain in more detail what you can expect when handing in your car and how best you can prepare.

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How does your lease contract end?

As you are used to with LeasePlan, the process of returning vehicles at the end of the contract is handled as professionally as possible. This results in a transparent service for customers who lease or take over a LeasePlan vehicle. And to ensure that everything goes smoothly, LeasePlan has drawn up a set of minimum standards with regard to the condition in which every lease car must be returned.

At the end of a lease contract, the driver must hand in the car for a detailed and independent inspection. This takes place in a LeasePlan Car Remarketing centre in collaboration with SGS Automotive. The driver may decide to take the car to the centre, but in the majority of cases we'll come and pick up the vehicle, so that it's less timeconsuming. We would recommend that you first consult with your fleet manager to be sure about the right procedure.

Transparent reporting SGS prepares a report for each vehicle. This appraisal report lists any damage considered outside the scope of normal wear and tear. This is determined on the basis of the standards drawn up by LeasePlan.

The report contains a description of the identified abnormal damage: the type of damage, the severity and the costs for repairing the damage. The report translates these repair costs into a capital loss, while taking into account the mileage and the age of the vehicle. It is all completely transparent, as the individual report is then made available to the lease customer in question and to potential buyers of the vehicle. This results in a huge pile of reports, when you consider that LeasePlan Car Remarketing in Boortmeerbeek sells no fewer than 12,000 fresh ex-lease cars every year.

The report is completely transparent, as it is made available to the lease customer in question and to potential buyers of the vehicle.

Tips for assessing your vehicle before returning it Make sure the vehicle is clean

On the day you return the car, both the interior and exterior should be clean. This avoids you being charged for nonacceptable marks in the interior, for instance.

Inspect your vehicle objectively

If you want to see for yourself whether your vehicle has any potential non-acceptable damage, it's best to do so outside where it is bright but shady and not in strong sunlight.

Check for any dents

It is best to check for any dents by inspecting each panel of your vehicle separately. For example, start with the roof, then check the bonnet and continue systematically until you've looked at every panel individually. If you're still wondering whether certain damage may or may not be acceptable, you should consult the information which is available on our website.

Be thorough

Drivers usually inspect the bodywork carefully, but sometimes forget to check the headlights, wing and rear mirrors and the windscreen. Remember that the roof might also be damaged, for example, as a result of hail.

Acceptable and non-acceptable damage Of course, it's difficult to describe every kind of possible damage, but we can try to prepare you as much as possible, so that you have a better idea of the minimum standards which lease return vehicles must satisfy. It's important to bear in mind that the appraisal greatly depends on the age and mileage of the vehicle. On the other hand, irrespective of these parameters, certain cracks or damage are deemed non-acceptable. This can include missing parts or broken glass.

If you would like a more detailed breakdown of what constitutes acceptable and non-acceptable damage to the various parts (such as the exterior, interior, glass & lamps, tyres & rims, etc.), simply go to our website: www.leaseplan.be > ‘Useful information for drivers’ > ‘End of contract’. Here you can find many other interesting facts about your lease car.

Top deal: buy an Opel Corsa from LeasePlan Do you know someone who is looking to buy a relatively new second-hand car in tip-top condition? If so, don't miss out on this great opportunity! Thanks to LeasePlan, you too could soon be driving a nearly new Opel Corsa. LeasePlan is selling off a large number of second-hand Opel Corsas this autumn, all of them relatively new cars in excellent condition, well equipped and of very high quality. Available in three colours, they all come with a one-year guarantee. Sounds great, right?

Register at www.leaseplan.be/tweedehandscorsa and we’ll keep you posted on this great opportunity.

4,6 - 8,2 L/100 KM •120 -186 G CO2/KM

Informations environnementales AR 19/3/2004 www.mercedes-benz.be – Donnons priorité à la sécurité. 3ème rangée de sièges pour les enfants d’une hauteur maximale de 115 cm.

La nouvelle Classe E Break avec 7 places.

Un chef-d’œuvre en matière d’aménagement de l’espace.

Au volant de la nouvelle Mercedes Classe E Break, vous avez un avant-goût de la conduite de demain. Cela, vous le savez déjà. Mais ce qui vous ne savez peut-être pas, c’est que ce chef-d’œuvre d’intelligence est équipé d’une troisième rangée de sièges en option.

Dès maintenant, ce puissant concentré de technologie est donc aussi disponible avec 7 places.

Intentions Interview 15

‘In LeasePlan we've found the perfect partner’ Christian Stas de Richelle Mitsubishi

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For the past year, LeasePlan has been the preferred leasing partner of Mitsubishi under the M-label. The importer of the Japanese manufacturer, Beherman Group, is very satisfied with the partnership. After all, LeasePlan has all the expertise to serve every need of Mitsubishi's specific target group. A conversation with Christian Stas de Richelle, Director & General Manager at Beherman Group. He's over the moon, because on the very day of the interview he's able to show off the brand-new Eclipse Cross.

Why did you choose LeasePlan as your preferred leasing partner?

Our leasing customers are quite specific. Although we're well represented in the larger fleets, the majority of our customers are small businesses and professionals. It's a target group that really demands

Increasing numbers of drivers are looking for something new and exciting.

And this Eclipse Cross serves their every need.

a tailor-made solution. We looked at the market and we believe that LeasePlan stood out with their level of expertise. One year on, I can

er words, customers consciously choose our products for the quality

only say that we're very satisfied with the partnership. Beherman

they deliver. Our customers are loyal and know that they can drive our

Group itself is too small a player to be able to provide that individual

cars for years without any worries.

service in leasing, carry out the administrative follow-up and take care of the remarketing. That's why we're very happy with a partner like

Your range will now be supplemented by the Eclipse Cross. Where will

LeasePlan, which is eager to offer more products that are outside the

this model fit in your line-up?

traditional remit of the leasing world.

It comes between the ASX and the Outlander and is therefore a C-segment model. It's a compact SUV, which is a very buoyant segment

You have products that are fiscally attractive, such as the Outlander

at the moment. We therefore have great expectations for it: it's a

PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle) and the L200 pick-up. Is that an advan-

high-quality car with a dynamic look and dynamic driving qualities.

tage for your target group?

Increasing numbers of company car drivers are looking for something

Definitely, but we also notice that low CO2 emissions and low ‘benefits in kind’ aren't the primary reasons for choosing our products. Our

new and exciting, and this Eclipse Cross serves their every need. But it's also only the beginning of a new journey. In future, we intend to

customers inform us that the equipment fitted, comfort, ride quality,

focus more on the SUV segment, which is part of our DNA, and we

reliability, technology, ecology and of course the price are the factors

also want to raise the quality standard even more. Perhaps not pre-

that usually determine their choice. That's a different story from some-

mium in name, but products that are at that level in terms of quality.

one who chooses a premium hybrid, where the CO2 emissions are also

So keep an eye on us, because there are many more great things

low but it remains an expensive car with high ‘benefits in kind’. In oth-

coming from Mitsubishi!

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comes between the ASX and the Outlander and is therefore a C-segment model.

Renault TALISMAN CORPORATE EDITION

à partir de

19.661 €

hTVA (1)

ATN net à partir de 67 €/mois (2) Déductibilité fiscale à 90% (2) Grâce à l’off re exclusive Renault TALISMAN CORPORATE EDITION, réservée à la clientèle professionnelle, vous bénéficiez de conseils sur mesure, d’un service haut de gamme et d’un prix particulièrement étudié, accompagnés des derniers raffinements technologiques : moteur propre, aide au stationnement, caméra de recul, avertisseur d’angle mort et système multimédia avec navigation R-LINK.

3,6 - 3,8 L/100 KM. 95 - 99 G CO2/KM.

Informations environnementales [A.R. 19.03.2004] sur www.renault.be

(1) Offre réservée aux professionnels. TALISMAN BERLINE CORPORATE EDITION Energy dCi 110. Prix catalogue conseillé de base et sans option hTVA au 01/03/2017. (2) Basé sur Renault TALISMAN Berline CORPORATE EDITION dCi110 sans options. Contribution nette mensuelle sur l’Avantage de Toute Nature (ATN) à payer par un employé utilisateur d’un véhicule de société, sur base du taux maximal de précompte professionnel de 53,5 %. Ces valeurs sont communiquées à titre purement informatif et n’engagent pas la responsabilité de Renault Belgique Luxembourg S.A. en cas de différence entre l’avantage communiqué et l’avantage réellement obtenu. Annonceur : Renault Belgique Luxembourg S.A. ,21 Boulevard de la Plaine, 1050 Bruxelles, RPM Bruxelles - TVA BE403.463.679.

Renault préconise

18 Intentions Research

The 2016 LeasePlan CarCost Index €537 for a diesel and €547 for a petrol car: these are the monthly amounts you need to lay out in Belgium for a midrange vehicle, such as a Volkswagen Golf or a Renault Clio.

This means that Belgium is one of the top 10 most expensive European countries for owning a car. This is one of the findings from the 2016 LeasePlan CarCost Index.

> € 550 € 450 - 550 < € 450

Owning a car is most expensive in the countries in red. Although Belgium is ‘only’ coloured yellow, it is still one of the most expensive countries in this category.

Depreciation costs are one of the hardest financial nuts to crack,

Despite the reputation of Belgium as a country with high labour costs,

followed by fuel and taxes. In Europe, depreciation costs account

it is actually in the top three of lowest costs for maintenance and

for 37% of the total cost for a mid-range vehicle. Road tax and VAT

repairs. More specifically, the monthly cost is €31. Only Turkey and

represent 20% of the total cost, while 16% is paid on fuel every

the United Kingdom are less expensive when it comes to maintenance

month. LeasePlan has calculated that 84% of all costs are fixed and

and repairs.

imposed. This means that the owner has only a limited influence on the overall costs.

Johan Portier poses the following question: ‘Depreciation costs and lack of control over the vehicle costs are two aspects that raise

In Belgium, fuel costs are even higher than the European average:

questions. Is it currently cheaper to own a car when weighed up

€111 for petrol (compared to the European average of €100) and €71

against alternatives such as leasing and car sharing?’ The answer is a

for diesel (€67 in Europa).

resounding NO! In general, petrol cars are most expensive in Norway (€708 per

What is the LeasePlan CarCost Index?

The LeasePlan CarCost Index analyses the costs related to ownership and maintenance of cars in 24 European countries.

This index compares the purchase price, depreciation costs, the costs of maintenance and repairs, insurance, taxes, fuel and winter tyres, if the latter are required by law (which is not the case in Belgium). The analysis covers running costs during the first three years for drivers who clock up an average of 20,000 km per year.

month), whereas the Netherlands tops the list for diesel cars (€695 per month). In both cases, Hungary comes in first as the cheapest country (€364 for a petrol car and €369 for a diesel).

FAITES PLACE À L’AMBITION

LA NOUVELLE TIPO STATION WAGON TIPO STATION WAGON EASY BUSINESS À PARTIR DE

18.041€

(1)

HTVA

Avec ses lignes à la fois élégantes et sportives, la Fiat Tipo Station Wagon est extrêmement spacieuse et polyvalente. Elle offre non seulement de la place pour de l’ambition mais aussi un équipement standard qui offre au conducteur professionnel un maximum de fonctionnalité et du style. Elle est également respectueuse de l’environnement grâce à son pack-ECO(2) qui réduit l’émission de CO2 jusqu’à 89 g/km.

PRINCIPALES OPTIONS EASY BUSINESS : • Uconnect™ LIVE 5’’ avec Bluetooth et Système de Navigation • Aide au stationnement arrière • Cruise Control • Peinture Métallisée • Système Start & Stop • Jantes en alliage 16” • Accoudoir central avant • 550 litre capacité du coffre

I L S U F F I T D E P E U P O U R A V O I R B E A U C O U P.

(L/100 KM) : 3,4-6,0

(G/KM) : 89-139

(1) Offre réservée aux utilisateurs professionnels, valable pour une Fiat Tipo Station Wagon 1.3 MultiJet Easy Business 95 cv du 01/01/2017 au 30/04/2017. Pour une offre sur mesure, contactez votre distributeur Fiat. Retrouvez le réseau Fiat participant sur www.fiat.be.

E.R. Yann Chabert. Annonceur FCA Belgium SA, rue Jules Cockx 12a - 1160 Bruxelles. RPM : Bruxelles. BCE : 0400.354.731. KBC : IBAN BE 86 4829 0250 6150. Informations environnementales [AR 19/03/2004]. La photo présentée ne correspond pas au loyer communiqué.

(2) Uniquement disponible sur la Tipo Station Wagon 1.6 MultiJet 115 cv.

fiat.be

20 Intentions Car

10 SUVs and their green credentials At first glance, SUVs (or crossovers) and ecology would seem to be at odds with each other. However, this misunderstanding can now be swept away. The use of hybrid and/or electric technology, for instance, has changed the game!

Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell

Are you looking for an SUV, a crossover or any other type of company car? If so, be sure to take a look at the configurator at www.leaseplan.be/leasecalculator!

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

• CO2 emissions: 0 g/km

• CO2 emissions: 41 g/km

• Average fuel consumption: 0 l/100 km

• Average fuel consumption: 1.70 l/100 km

• Cylinder capacity: 0 cc

• Cylinder capacity: 1,998 cc

• Power: 136 HP

• Power: 203 HP

The ix35 is the very first SUV fitted with fuel cells as standard.

About a year ago, this rechargeable hybrid was completely

Compared with ‘classic’ electric vehicles, there are two main

redesigned. This included adding a number of new features, such as

advantages: the charging time is less than five minutes and the

blind-spot monitoring and a system for detecting pedestrians.

energy level is noticeably better. Judge for yourself: this Hyundai ix35

An additional advantage is the ‘EV Priority’ mode to avoid using the

has a range of 597 km.

hybrid motor as much as possible. In other words, it is up to the driver to decide whether to drive completely on electric power.

Audi Q7 e-tron quattro

MINI Countryman Cooper S E All4

• CO2 emissions: 48 g/km

• CO2 emissions: 49 g/km

• Average fuel consumption: 1.80 l/100 km

• Average fuel consumption: 2.10 l/100 km

• Cylinder capacity: 2,967 cc

• Cylinder capacity: 1,499 cc

• Power: 373 HP

• Power: 224 HP

De Q7 e-tron 3.0 TDI quattro (four-wheel drive) is the only hybrid

The plug-in hybrid engine of the MINI Cooper S E ALL4 Countryman

diesel in the collection. This plug-in hybrid combines the 258 HP, 600

(also with four-wheel drive) has a maximum speed of 125 km/h in

Nm 3.0 TDI with a 94 HP, 350 Nm electric motor. The electric motor is

electric mode. The 65 kW electric motor transfers power to the rear

integrated into the eight-speed Tiptronic transmission. The lithium-ion

axle. The front axle is driven by the 136 HP three-cylinder petrol

battery gives this Q7 a range of 56 km. Using both power sources, the

engine and the six-speed Steptronic transmission.

car can cover a total distance of 1,410 km.

Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine

Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 e

• CO2 emissions: 49 g/km

• CO2 emissions: 59 g/km

• Average fuel consumption: 2.10 l/100 km

• Average fuel consumption: 2.50 l/100 km

• Cylinder capacity: 1,969 cc

• Cylinder capacity: 1,991 cc

• Power: 407 HP

• Power: 326 HP

Under the bonnet lurks a modest two-litre four-cylinder engine. This

This SUV plug-in hybrid is fitted with a large 85 kW lithium battery

petrol engine is, however, fitted with a turbo and a compressor. This

weighing 120 kg, which is charged through the electricity grid, giving

combination realises a power output comparable to a six-cylinder:

it a range of 34 km in electric mode. The GLC 350 e functions like a

320 HP! Volvo has added an 87 HP electric motor, which powers the

classic hybrid vehicle by using two power sources that can operate

rear axle. A quick calculation shows that this Volvo delivers no less

together or separately. The petrol engine has four cylinders producing

than 407 HP, combined with a torque of 640 Nm! These stats mean

211 HP. Combined with the electric motor, the total power output is no

that this five-by-two-metre mammoth has absolutely no problem

less than 320 HP at a torque of 560 Nm.

reaching 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds!

BMW X5 xDrive40e

Porsche Cayenne S e-Hybrid

• CO2 emissions: 77 g/km

• CO2 emissions: 79 g/km

• Average fuel consumption: 3.30 l/100 km

• Average fuel consumption: 3.40 l/100 km

• Cylinder capacity: 1,997 cc

• Cylinder capacity: 2,995 cc

• Power: 279 HP

• Power: 416 HP

In electric mode, the BMW X5 xDrive40e reaches a top speed of 120

Pending the new model expected by the end of this year, the Cayenne

km/h and has a range of 31 km. The driver can choose from three

S E-Hybrid uses the same engine as the Panamera, which bears

configurations: Auto eDrive (the default setting, which utilises both

the same name. The 416 HP under the bonnet is the result of the

power sources), MAC eDrive (100% electric) and SAVE Battery (where

combination of a 333 HP V6 Turbo and a 95 HP electric motor. The

the charging status of the battery is maintained or the battery can be

electric motor is powered by a rechargeable battery with plug-in

recharged by recovering energy when the capacity is too low).

technology. In electric mode, the Cayenne reaches a top speed of 125 km/h and has a range of 36 km.

Toyota C-HR Hybrid

KIA Niro HEV

• CO2 emissions: 86 g/km

• CO2 emissions: 89 g/km

• Average fuel consumption: 3.80 l/100 km

• Average fuel consumption: 3.80 l/100 km

• Cylinder capacity: 1,798 cc

• Cylinder capacity: 1,580 cc

• Power: 122 HP

• Power: 141 HP

With the C-HR (Coupé High Rider), Toyota is competing in a class

The Niro, the small SUV from KIA, utilises some of the components of

where the Nissan Juke holds sway. To meet this challenge, Toyota is

the Hyundai Ioniq. With a length of 4.35 metres, the diminutive Korean

utilising the new platform of the ‘CA-C’, which can also be found in

is more traditional when it comes to volume and the cockpit area. And

the Prius. The CH-R uses not only the same architecture, but also the

yet it boasts a polished and personal design. For its most important

same hybrid system. The 98 HP four-cylinder petrol engine is coupled

asset, we have to peek under the bonnet: a 105 HP 1.6 GDI petrol engine

with a 72 HP electric power source. The whole system delivers a

coupled with a 43 HP electric motor. The engine and the motor power a

power output of no less than 122 HP.

six-speed automatic gearbox with a dual clutch.

F O R D

M O T O R

C O M P A N Y

P R É S E N T E

NOTRE GAMME PREMIUM : LE FORD S-MAX VIGNALE ET LA FORD MONDEO VIGNALE. À D É C O U V R I R S A N S AT T E N D R E S U R V I G N A L E . F R . F O R D . B E

FORD S-MAX VIGNALE

FORD MONDEO VIGNALE

ATN net(1)

L/100 KM

L/100 KM

à partir de

CO2

ATN net(2)

à partir de

à partir de

à partir de

à partir de

à partir de

152,66€

5,0

129

109,81€

4,3

112

SEARCH

CO2

FORD VIGNALE

S-MAX VIGNALE: 5,0-7,9 L/100 KM. 129-180 G/KM CO2.

MONDEO VIGNALE: 4,3-7,6 L/100 KM. 112-176 G/KM CO2.

Les chiffres de consommation et d’émission s’appliquent aux véhicules avec les pneus de série, comme décrit dans les équipements de série. Des pneus optionnels peuvent engendrer d’autres valeurs d’émission de CO2 et de consommation. Pour plus d’informations, renseignez-vous auprès de votre distributeur Ford et rendez-vous sur notre site www.fr.ford.be/FleetLeasing. (1) Basé sur le Ford S-Max Vignale 1.5 EcoBoost – 160 cv. (2) Basé sur la Ford Mondeo Vignale 2.0 TDCi – 150 cv. Le calcul de l’Avantage net mensuel se fonde sur le taux maximal de précompte professionnel de 53,5%. Ces valeurs sont données à titre purement indicatif et n’engagent pas la responsabilité de Ford Motor Company SA en cas de différence entre l’Avantage indiqué et l’Avantage finalement obtenu. Spécifications des véhicules affichés non représentatives. Ford Vignale disponible exclusivement dans les FordStores. Donnons la priorité à la sécurité. Informations environnementales [A.R. 19/03/2004]: www.fr.ford.be/environnement. ford.be

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