Golf GTI or equivalent Seat etc.

Thanks for that. Its not my place to ask why her MD has always bought/leased cars 1-3 years old but his accountant says it is very tax efficient for the company. We are just happy to have the opportunity to be given a company car and thats fine with us

So not comments on the Audi Q2 , Puma or Mercedes ?

So not comments on the Audi Q2 , Puma or Mercedes ?

Really don't rate the A Class myself, I think it is a decidedly average car, a long way from best in class in terms of actual ability. But most folk can't see past that badge (and the infotainment on the current model).

The Puma?, as a new or nearly new probably be OK with the Ecoboost. Certainly seems to be liked by the motoring press, but that is probably due to being focussed on driving enjoyment. Be aware that due to the big storage space under the boot floor, no spare and nowhere to keep it were you to buy your own (other than in the boot itself). I'm not sold on its looks, but that is down to personal opinion.

The A2?, I don't like its looks at all. I'd also be looking to avoid the 1.5 which I'm pretty sure is under the bonnet of the '35' (in Audi's idiotic and meaningless new naming system) you mention. The 115bhp 1.0 3 pot seems to be a great engine, so were I pushed, that's where I'd go. But I'd also be reluctant of the dry clutch DSG you'd get in it. Not just because of reliability, (as you'd have some warranty left, and presumably some kind of breakdown assistance would be included in the company car scheme), but because of what I've read about drivability. As with the Merc, you are paying more for that badge that you would for mechanically identical other small SUV's within the VAG stable.