The Most Fuel-Efficient New Cars and SUVs in the UAE

Fuel efficiency is one of the top priorities for car buyers when searching for a new car. The list below compiles the most fuel-efficient new cars and SUVs available in the UAE market today. It includes only internal combustion engines (ICE) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), not plug-in hybrids (PHEV) or battery-powered electric vehicles (BEV). 

Model	Starting Price (AED)
2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid	AED 123,900
2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid	AED 87,900
2024 Lexus UX 300h	AED 170,000
2024 Honda Accord Hybrid	AED 155,900
2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid	AED 94,900
2024 Hyundai Kona Hybrid	AED 87,900
2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid	AED 120,900
2024 Mitsubishi Xpander	AED 75,000
2024 Mitsubishi Attrage	AED 50,295
2024 Toyota Yaris	AED 63,900

 
2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid

The 2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid combines a 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine with an electric motor and is mated with a CVT. The car has an HEV system tuned at a lower speed to reduce engine RPMs and increase power from the traction battery for increased acceleration in the drive. The car remains popular due to its reliability and fuel economy rate of 27.7 km/l. The hybrid battery is covered for 8 years or 160,000km when you buy directly from the dealer. The Toyota Camry Hybrid features premium interiors with technologies such as an infotainment system compatible with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 for enhanced safety. 

• Price Range: AED 123,900 – 139,900
• Fuel Efficiency: 27.7 km/l 
• Engine: 2.5-liter hybrid engine
• Body Style: Sedan
• Power: 227
• Torque: 208

 
2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

The 2024 Corolla Hybrid uses a 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine, two electric motors and a lithium-ion battery pack to generate a combined 138 horsepower. The hybrid system is matched with a CVT and gives a fuel economy of 27.6 km/l. 

The cabin interior has a 4.2-inch display screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, fabric seating, and safety features, including Toyota Safety Sense, which provides adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert, and automatic emergency braking.

• Price Range: AED 87,900 – 89,000
• Fuel Economy: 27.6 km/l
• Body Style: Sedan
• Engine: 1.8-litre 4-cylinder
• Power: 138 hp
• Torque: 142 Nm

 
2024 Lexus UX 300h

The 2024 Lexus UX 300h is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine coupled with an electric motor. This hybrid setup is paired with a CVT and an all-wheel-drive option, which provides a fuel economy of 24 km/l. The interior of the UX 300h features an 8-inch or 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a suite of advanced safety features under the Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert with steering assist, and a pre-collision system. 

• Price Range: AED 170,000 – 185,000
• Fuel Economy: 24.0 km/l
• Body Style: Sedan
• Engine: 2.0-litre 4-cylinder
• Power: 196 hp
• Torque: 188 Nm

 
2024 Honda Accord Hybrid

The 2024 Honda Accord Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-litre inline-4 engine paired with an electric motor, delivering a combined output of 203 horsepower. The car is paired with a CVT with a hybrid system that optimises fuel consumption by switching between electric, hybrid, and engine drive modes, depending on driving conditions in turn offering an impressive fuel economy of 24 km/l.

Exteriors are LED headlights and taillights. Inside is a spacious driver-centric cabin equipped with a large touchscreen compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other features include advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies.

• Price Range: AED 155,900 – 166,000
• Fuel Efficiency: 24.0 km/l 
• Engine: 2.0-liter hybrid engine
• Body Style: Sedan
• Power: 203 hp
• Torque: 335 Nm

 
2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is a compact SUV powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine with an electric motor, producing around 121 horsepower. This hybrid system is paired with a CVT that optimises fuel efficiency, achieving an estimated 23.7 km/l. 

The Corolla Cross Hybrid has a range of standard features, including a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 with pre-collision system, lane departure alert, and adaptive cruise control. 

• Price Range: AED 94,900 – 96,900
• Fuel Efficiency: 23.7 km/l 
• Engine: 1.8-liter 4-cylinder hybrid engine 
• Body Style: SUV
• Power: 121 hp
• Torque: 142 Nm

 
2024 Hyundai Kona Hybrid

The 2024 Hyundai Kona Hybrid is a compact SUV powered by a 1.6-litre GDI four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor, delivering a combined output of 139 horsepower. It features a 6-speed automatic transmission. It offers impressive fuel economy, with an estimated 22.7 km/l.

The Kona Hybrid interiors feature modern tech such as a digital instrument cluster, a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and advanced safety features like forward collision avoidance and lane-keeping assist. 

• Price Range: AED 87,900 – 89,000
• Fuel Economy: 22.7 km/l
• Body Style: Sedan
• Engine: 1.6-litre 4-cylinder hybrid engine
• Power: 95 hp
• Torque: 134 Nm

 
2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

The 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid features a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor, delivering a combined output of 219 horsepower. It is mated to a CVT and an all-wheel-drive system.

Inside the car is an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and Includes Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 for advanced driver assistance. The car model also features a refined exterior with bold styling elements, including LED headlights, a sporty grille, and available 18-inch alloy wheels.

Price Range: AED 120,900 – 152,900

Fuel Efficiency: 22.7 km/l 

Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid engine 

Body Style: SUV

Power: 219 hp

Torque: 342 Nm

 
2024 Mitsubishi Xpander

The 2024 Mitsubishi Xpander is a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) powered by a 1.5-litre engine that delivers 104 horsepower and is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The Xpander is known for its practical fuel economy, achieving around 22.7 km/l. 

Inside, the Xpander offers a flexible seating arrangement that can accommodate up to seven passengers and a decent infotainment system, including smartphone connectivity. Safety features include hill start assist, active stability control, and front driver and passenger airbags.

• Price Range: AED 75,000 – 91,000
• Fuel Economy: 22.7 km/l
• Body Style: MPV
• Engine: 1.5-litre 4-cylinder
• Power: 104 hp
• Torque: 141 Nm

 
2024 Mitsubishi Attrage

The 2024 Mitsubishi Attrage is a compact sedan with a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder engine that produces 76 horsepower. The car is highly economical, with a fuel economy of 20.8 km/l, a particularly appealing trait for budget-conscious drivers. The cabin has a standard audio system, fabric seats and dual front airbags for safety. The higher trims offer an infotainment system with smartphone compatibility and synthetic leather seats. Safety features one airbag for the driver and ABS.

• Price Range: AED 50,295 – 53,000
• Fuel Economy: 20.8 km/l
• Body Style: Sedan
• Engine: 1.2-litre 3-cylinder
• Power: 76 hp
• Torque: 100 Nm

 
2024 Toyota Yaris

The 2024 Toyota Yaris is powered by a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine that delivers 106 horsepower, mated to a CVT. The Yaris is notable for its excellent fuel economy, achieving around 20.4 km/l, which appeals to drivers looking for a cost-effective vehicle. 

The car has an 8-inch infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Inside are fabric seats, a driver cluster, dual front airbags and automatic high beams. The G trim costs AED 10,000 more and includes more safety features such as side and curtain airbags, lane change assist, a pre-collision system and cruise control.

• Price Range: AED 63,900 – 74,000
• Fuel Economy: 20.4 km/l
• Body Style: Sedan
• Engine: 1.5-litre 4-cylinder
• Power: 105 hp
• Torque: 124 Nm