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The differences between Plug-In Hybrid & Diesel

Since the taxation changes back in April, there’s a lot to consider when trying to work out which is the right Ranger for you and your business.

In our guide below, we will help you understand the costs and benefits of ownership between the Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) and Diesel variants.

Write-Down Allowance (WDA)

This is based on a vehicle’s CO₂ band.

PHEV	Diesel
(~60g/km) Main Pool	(~230g/km) Special Rate Pool
18% Per Year	6% Per Year

Also worth noting that businesses can claim their tax relief x3 faster with hybrid vehicles.

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For more details, get on down to Allen Ford Swindon

Address: Penny Lane, Drakes Way, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 3LL

Tel: 01793 357009

Web: Click HERE.

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Benefit In Kind (BIK)

As of 6^th April 2025, Ranger Double Cab pick-ups are classified and taxed as passenger cars no matter what engine type they have.

However, BIK is calculated on a number of different variables:

CO₂ emissions
Fuel Type
Electric Range Only
P11D Value

	PHEV 2.3l	Diesel 2.0l
CO2	~60-70g/km	~230g/km
Fuel Type	Plug-In Hybrid Petrol	Diesel
Electric Range	~27-30 Miles	N/A
P11D Value	~£50,000	~£47,000

PHEV BIK tax: ranges between 14% and 19%, using 16% as an average, and a £50,000 P11D value.

20% Tax	40% Tax
£50,000	£50,000
16% BIK	16% BIK
£1,600	£3,200

Diesel BIK tax: 37%, £47,000 P11D value.

20% Tax	40% Tax
£47,000	£47,000
37% BIK	37% BIK
£3,478	£6,956

As you can clearly see from the tables above, you can potentially save over £3,700 a year in tax for a 40% taxpayer with a PHEV.

Fuel Benefit Multiplier (2025/26) £28,000

PHEV (16%)	Diesel (37%)
40% taxpayers pay	40% taxpayers pay
£1,804.80 per year	£4,173.60 per year

Another bonus of PHEV is that you’ll be ULEZ compliant across all UK cities!

The above is provided as a guide only – before committing to a vehicle order, consult your accountant or other qualified person for advice specific to your circumstances.

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For more details, get on down to Allen Ford Swindon

Address: Penny Lane, Drakes Way, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 3LL

Tel: 01793 357009

Web: Click HERE.

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For more advice about commercial vehicles and their tax implications for you and your business, contact the team at our nearest convenient Transit Centre to you.