Top residual values reported for Mazda6
Integrating the new Mazda6 Business Line model can bring fruitful residual values for fleets, if the latest dates from CAP is to be believed.
The fleet-centred 2.2L diesel five-door hatchback will keep 34% of its £18,330 asking price, 4.5% more than its competitors.
Steve Jelliss, Fleet and Remarketing Director at Mazda, said basic rate taxpayers can expect to pay just £60.43 a month for drive a Mazda6 Business Line or £120.87 a month if a higher rate taxpayer.
“That represents fantastic value-for-money for a fun-to-drive car with the style, performance and features of our most successful fleet model,” he explained.
“We anticipated a strong residual value for the Business Line model and we are delighted that CAP has reached the same conclusion.
“With the excellent residual value contributing to very competitive contract hire rates for the Business Line model, the car offers a compelling proposition compared to its rivals.
“As a result, with this well equipped, fleet focused Mazda6 model, we are anticipating significant incremental sales.”
The new Mazda6 Business Line marks the first time Mazda has produced a model specifically aimed towards company car drivers. With CO2 emissions of 138g/km, the car qualifies for the 20% benefit-in-kind tax bracket for 2011/12.
Jeff Knight, Editor of Monitor-Cars, CAP’s residual value guide, added: “Not only has Mazda launched a desirable model for company car drivers, it has succeeded in adding equipment which also has kerb appeal in the future used car market.
“Tangible items of specification such as satellite navigation, larger alloy wheels and increasingly Bluetooth are valued by second buyers hence the improved residual value.”
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