{"id":5715,"date":"2023-02-02T20:08:33","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T18:08:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nexova.ch\/?p=5715"},"modified":"2026-01-13T22:05:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T20:05:17","slug":"choice-between-a-company-car-or-private-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nexova.ch\/en\/tax-and-legal\/choice-between-a-company-car-or-private-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Maximising tax benefits: The choice between a company car and a private car"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Maximising tax benefits: The choice between a company car and a private car<\/h1>\n
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In this article, we examine the tax implications of using a car for private and business purposes, covering scenarios of using a company car for private purposes and a private car for business purposes. We discuss calculating private share, social security contributions, and VAT for a company car. We also highlight the importance of recording mileage, possible cost savings, and restrictions when using a private car for business purposes.<\/p>\n

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Highlights<\/h2>
  • <\/span>A company car<\/strong> is owned by the company for business use, while a private car<\/strong> is personal property<\/span><\/li>
  • <\/span>Using a company car<\/strong> for private purposes is a non-cash benefit, subject to tax and social security<\/span><\/li>
  • <\/span>The private share<\/strong> of a company car can be calculated using the flat-rate <\/strong>or effective (logbook<\/strong>) method<\/span><\/li>
  • <\/span>For frequent long-distance travel, using a private car<\/strong> can be more favorable due to tax-free reimbursements<\/span><\/li>
  • <\/span>Sole proprietors<\/strong> must determine if their vehicle is a private or company car based on usage percentage<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div>

    Content<\/h2>
    • Maximising tax benefits: The choice between a company car and a private car<\/li>
    • Highlights & content<\/li>
    • Check out our video on YouTube!<\/li>
    • Private car for business purposes versus a company car: what is the difference?<\/li>
    • Private use of a company-owned vehicle<\/li>
    • Using a private vehicle for business purposes<\/li>
    • Need guidance on company car taxation?<\/strong><\/li>
    • That\u2019s what our customers say<\/li><\/ul>
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