With the ongoing international conflict, fuel prices are soaring around the globe, including in the UAE. As a result, car buyers are now prioritising fuel economy in their new car purchase. If you are also planning to buy a car in 2026, we have sorted the top 5 most fuel-efficient cars in the UAE for you.
Meanwhile, you can also find the best used SUVs with Cars24 UAE.
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Top 5 fuel-efficient cars in the UAE in 2026
1. Toyota Corolla Hybrid - 30.3 km/l
Topping the list of the most fuel-efficient cars in the UAE is the Toyota Corolla Hybrid. It is powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol hybrid engine that is paired with an e-CVT gearbox. It offers 121 bhp of peak power, while delivering up to 30.3 km/l of fuel efficiency. The price of the Corolla Hybrid starts around AED 100,000 (without VAT).
2. MG 8 - 30.1 km/l
The MG 8 sedan is also among the top 3 fuel-efficient vehicles in the UAE. It is powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engine that is paired with a 21.4 kWh battery. This setup offers a pure electric range of up to 125 km while delivering 30.1 km/l of fuel efficiency. The total range output of the MG 8 PHEV is 1,655 km. The MG 8 PHEV price in the UAE starts around AED 90,000.
3. Toyota Camry Hybrid - 27 km/l
The Toyota Camry Hybrid is another top fuel-efficient car in the UAE, which is powered by the most trusted and reliable 2.5-litre petrol engine. This engine is also shared with the Lexus ES, and it is paired with a hybrid battery setup, which develops 215 bhp of peak power. It is mated to an e-CVT automatic transmission and a front-wheel drive system. The Camry Hybrid delivers up to 27 km/l of fuel efficiency, making it a perfect sedan for everyday commutes. It is priced around AED 123,900
4. Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid - 25.6 km/l
Following the Camry Hybrid is the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. This crossover is powered by a 1.6-litre turbo petrol hybrid engine. This engine is paired with a 1.56 kWh battery, a 32 kWh electric motor, and a 6-speed DCT gearbox. This setup delivers up to 25.6 km/l fuel efficiency, which makes it one of the most fuel-efficient cars in the Middle East. The Ioniq Hybrid is available in the second-hand car market in the UAE for around AED 85,000.
5. BYD Song Plus - 25.6 km/l
BYD Song Plus mid-size SUV is loaded with the efficient 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol DM-i engine. This engine is offered with batteries ranging from 12.9 kWh to 26.6 kWh. It is a plug-in hybrid motor and delivers 75-160 km of pure electric range. The total range of the BYD Song Plus is up to 1,500 km, thus placing it among the top fuel-efficient vehicles in the UAE. It is available in FWD and AWD guise in the UAE with prices ranging from AED 119,900 to AED 145,000.
Cars24 UAE says
The rising fuel prices in the Middle East demand vehicles with higher fuel efficiency. The brands like Toyota and Chery are offering hybrid vehicles that offer top fuel efficiency, thus making it easier to fill up the tank and extract more range. The above 5 cars are currently among the best in terms of fuel efficiency in the UAE in 2026.
