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A back of an envelope calculation says that if petrol is 95p/litre and you get more than 27.6 mpg then you are better off. I guess a lot of it depends on the kind of vehicle and driving that you are doing.
The 13p/mile has been decided by your company as the "right" amount to pay - some will get a little benefit, others lose out a little. If you think the policy is wrong you have every right to raise the issue to the policymaker. Your case will carry more weight if it is backed up by documented evidence as well as support from other employees in a similar position.
Like Stu though, make sure that you aren't being stung on the tax @ retail price of the car. You can double check with a tax accountant (oh Beancounter, where are you?) but I remember a loophole allowing you to get off if it's classed as a van?
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