Best Fuel Efficient Sedans in UAE 2021-22: Price, Specifications, Mileage, Colors, Images

Fuel efficiency has always been one of the most important criterias when buying a car, especially in this day and age. Of course, this means that automakers all over the globe continue to work on improving the efficiency of their respective cars. And for the longest time, people have loved the idea of owning a sedan – one that can carry their families and still be economical. Obviously, companies have been hearing this song for a while now, and they have been churning out some really good cars over the years.

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At the end of the day, there are barely any carmakers in the market that do not have some really fuel-efficient cars in their portfolio. With family-friendly sedans being one of the biggest money makers for these companies, they haven’t forgotten the class at all. Even though the Middle East market is infamous for its supercars and fuel-thirsty SUVs, it is also becoming increasingly popular for its offering of some of the world’s leading fuel-efficient sedans. Being a portal that aims to please its readers, Cars24 is here to inform you on some of the best fuel-efficient sedans in UAE. Therefore, be sure to find some well-priced and certified used cars in Dubai and second-hand cars in Sharjah on Cars24.

While buyers across the region are migrating towards crossovers, the world of the frugal sedan has not gone anywhere. Markets such as the United Arab Emirates might always remain famous for its lavish lifestyle and extraordinary cars, but the affordable and economical sedan will always hold a sizeable portion of it.

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Mitsubishi Attrage

Subcompact sedans may not be the most fabulous creation in the world of automobiles, but they are surely some of the most appealing cars for many buyers. One such creation is the Mitsubishi Attrage. The Attrage started its life back in the late-1970s as the Mirage hatchback, a model that still exists. In the UAE, a new Mitsubishi Attrage retails for around AED 38,000, making it one of the most affordable new cars in the region. The outgoing model is the sixth generation of the sedan, and it made its first appearance in 2012.

Post 2012, Mitsubishi has given the Attrage a few cosmetic and features upgrades, but it is still vastly unchanged under the skin. While it may not be the pinnacle of automotive engineering, the Mitsubishi Attrage is part of an increasingly important part of the car market in the UAE. Having said that, Cars24 has an ever-expanding collection of well-priced used Mitsubishi cars for sale in Dubai.

Exterior

With its latest facelift, the Mitsubishi Attrage received an all-new front fascia and a revised rear end as well. This has helped the rather awkward original styling of the sedan, but not by a whole lot. The Attrage still looks a little goofy from certain angles, though the revisions have given it a fresh lease of life. Speaking of which, the front of the new Attrage now bears the Japanese brand’s impressionable ‘Dynamic Shield’ grille design with red accents, along with new headlamps and front bumper design. No doubt, the front of the new Attrage looks far more promising than the old model.

Meanwhile, the rear of the Attrage now gets new tail lamps with LED running elements, plus a new revised bumper with even a fake diffuser and vertically-arranged static reflector strips, and a trunk lid spoiler. Along the sides, Mitsubishi has not really changed anything, so the odd-ball side profile (and proportions) of the Attrage remains as is. In the world of subcompact sedans, the Mitsubishi Attrage was never going to make huge waves when it came to its exterior styling, but at least the model now looks slightly better than its previous incarnations.

Being a subcompact sedan, the Mitsubishi Attrage is rather small (relatively speaking) in its overall footprint. It comes in at 4,305mm in total length, 1,670mm in width, 1,515mm in height, and possesses a wheelbase of 2,550mm. Compared to a few of its rivals in the UAE, the Attrage is slightly larger, though the actual difference might not be noticeable to everyone. Overall, the new Mitsubishi Attrage is available in 8 colors that include White Diamond, Red Metallic, Wine Red Pearl, Medium Blue Mica, Titanium Gray Metallic, Black Mica, Cool Silver Metallic, and White Solid. As for its boot capacity, the Attrage’s trunk can hold up to 450 liters of cargo.

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Interior

The interior of the Mitsubishi Attrage is simplistic, with not much in the way of fancy features or design. However, the items that are present work as expected and do so quite reliably. While Mitsubishi has made very few changes here, just like the exterior, the new model does come with a new steering wheel, a revised gauge cluster, and an improved infotainment unit (in the top variant). As a result, the cabin feels quite basic and lacks any wow factor – something that was true even half-a-decade ago. At the same time, the quality of materials is understandably mediocre, though the fit-and-finish isn’t a complete disaster.

The tacky plastic bits aside, the cabin of the Mitsubishi Attrage can seat 5 adults. Having said that, the rear middle passenger better be of average build if you want the other two occupants to feel even remotely comfortable. Meanwhile, the front seats are OK even though they don’t provide a great deal of back support or cushioning for longer drives. Thankfully, there are armrests at the front and back, and some piano black and silver trim bits to make the cabin feel less spartan.

Among its equipment and features, the Mitsubishi Attrage now makes room for keyless entry with push-button start, cruise control, a height-adjustable driver’s seat, automatic climate control, powered wing mirrors, and a Smartphone-link Display Audio system with a 7-inch touchscreen that integrates Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well. As you can tell, this sedan isn’t loaded with the latest and greatest in-terms of its cabin features, though it does get most of the basic convenience items.

Performance and other features

Under the hood of the Mitsubishi Attrage is a small 1.2-liter naturally-aspirated three-cylinder engine that puts out a modest 78hp and 100Nm of maximum torque. This motor is then mated to a CVT gearbox that then drives the front wheels. Clearly, the Attrage is not meant to be driven hard, as it takes an excruciating 14 seconds to reach 100 kmph and claims a top speed of 170 kmph. However, thanks to its lightweight body, efficient CVT gearbox, an auto Stop-Start feature, and a small engine, the Mitsubishi Attrage can manage a fantastic fuel economy of 20.4 kmpl or 4.9 L/100 km. This is the small sedan for you if fuel efficiency is all you care about.

On the safety features front, the Attrage is far less impressive. While it isn’t necessarily unsafe as such, it doesn’t get much modern equipment. The Mitsubishi Attrage’s safety list includes dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, Hill Start Assist, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Active Stability Control, rear parking sensors with a reversing camera, and front seatbelts with pretensioners.

Nissan Sunny

Since its arrival in the market back in the mid-1960s (under a different name), this sedan has gone from strength to strength. The outgoing iteration of the Nissan Sunny was introduced in 2019 at the Dubai International Motor Show, and has since become one of the Japanese brand’s top-selling car in the UAE and the region as a whole. Built on Nissan’s new V platform, the all-new Sunny brings a host of changes and upgrades over its predecessor – it is now more comfortable, safer, better equipped and styled.

In the United Arab Emirates, the all-new Nissan Sunny starts from AED 57,900 (price of the entry-level S trim). Compared to its immediate rivals like the stylish Mazda 3 sedan, the Sunny has been able to sell more units due to its immense popularity. Even though the new Nissan Sunny is quite an affordable sedan, you should still check out Cars24 for even cheaper deals, especially when it comes to used Nissan cars in Sharjah. After all, there are many second-hand Sunnys for sale in the used car market too.

Exterior

Just like other newer Nissan models, the exterior of the all-new Sunny gets Nissan’s signature V-motion chrome grille at the front, sharper-looking headlamps with LED daytime-running lights, a sportier-looking front bumper that is more sculpted than before, along with a revised air intake and new housing for the front fog lamps. At the back, the Sunny now comes with wraparound tail lamps with new and stylish LEDs, a bootlip spoiler that sits on top of a redesigned trunk lid, and a slightly tweaked rear bumper design.

Along the sides, the new Sunny sports a ‘floating roof’ design, plus stylish door-mounted wing mirrors with integrated turn indicators, new dual-tone 16-inch alloy wheels, and a distinct character line that stretches between the front doors and the tail lamps. It is safe to say that the all-new Nissan Sunny is an interesting and a more charming design that the car it replaces. If you have liked the design of the new Maxima and Sentra, then you will definitely like the design of this Sunny as well. On the flip side, the boot volume has now shrunk from 490 liters to a rather paltry 422 liters in the new model.

In terms of its exterior dimensions, the all-new Nissan Sunny drives in at 4,496mm in length, 1,740mm in width, 1,455mm in height, and has a wheelbase that measures 2,618mm. Customers in the UAE can choose the new Sunny in one of several colors that include Aspen White TriCoat, Brilliant Silver Metallic, Electric Blue Metallic, Gun Metallic, Super Black, Radiant Red, and Scarlet Ember Tintcoat. Make no mistake, the all-new Nissan Sunny is a good-looking family sedan for the price it comes in at.

Interior

Along with its exterior updates, Nissan has worked on making the interior of the all-new Sunny a better place to spend time in as well. It boasts a far more alluring and upmarket design language, along with niceties such as a 7-inch part-digital driver’s display, a flat-bottom steering wheel with faux stitching and soft leather, stitched leatherette on the dashboard, plus soft-touch materials in some key places to elevate this cabin’s overall feel. I must say, the perceived quality of the all-new Sunny’s interior is now even better than some of its closest yet more expensive rivals.

Usable space has always been one of the key USPs of the Nissan Sunny’s interior, and that is true on this latest model as well. You will not be hearing much in the way of complaints from those seated even at the back, because this sedan offers generous amounts of both legroom and headroom. And when compared to the Mitsubishi Attrage, the all-new Sunny can seat 5 adults far better, and in the grand scheme of things, its larger seats are objectively better and more comfortable as well. Meanwhile, the greenhouse area is fairly large and allows for a good amount of light to enter the cabin, thus improving the in-cabin ambience.

The all-new Sunny can be had with many modern features to make your experience even better. Some of the important ones here come in the form of Nissan’s Intelligent Key with push-button start, cruise control, automatic climate control, built-in navigation with voice recognition, interior accent lighting, a wireless charging pad, a 6-speaker audio system, and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment head unit with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto. While the base variant loses out on some of this tech, it does get all the basic amenities.

Performance and other features

Powering the all-new Nissan Sunny is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol engine that delivers 118hp and 149Nm of torque to the front wheels via Nissan’s Xtronic CVT gearbox. This translates to a top speed of 180 kmph and a naught to 100 kmph time of just under 11 seconds. More interestingly, the all-new Sunny is capable of achieving a fuel economy of 19.3 kmpl or 5.1 L/100 km. Of course, chances of you actually getting close this figure in the real world are not high, but that doesn’t take away from the fact that this is still a very respectable feat.

Alongside its cosmetic updates, Nissan has also upgraded the all-new Sunny’s safety suite. The sedan now comes with higher-end tech such as Intelligent Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Door Alert, and an Around View Monitor. On top of all that, you still get a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control System, Hill-Start Assist, rear parking sensors, and dual front airbags.

Honda City

Spanning seven generations, the Honda City is widely recognized as one of the best small cars in the world. While the sedan version came out much later (i.e., 1996), the City has long been a cornerstone model for the Japanese automaker all over the world. The outgoing avatar of the Honda City was launched back in late-2019, and it soon grabbed the attention of buyers for its modern styling cues and updated mechanical and features settings. In the UAE, the all-new Honda City is priced from AED 59,900, and there are four trim levels to choose from.

Of course, if you are on a tighter budget, there are plenty of certified used cars for sale in Abu Dhabi on Cars24 that you must check. Go ahead, and find the deal that suits you best. As for the all-new Honda City, few cars can match its efficiency or cabin space. The City should definitely be on your shortlist if you are in the market for a well-built and economical small sedan for daily commute.

Exterior

Depending on which trim you pick, the all-new Honda City can either look chic or sporty. Irrespective, the overall design of the City comes across as a pretty cohesive package, save for that awkwardly tall side profile. The front, for example, gets a thoroughly revised main grille with either a thick gloss black or chrome bar above it. This is flanked by sweptback LED headlights that feature the obligatory LED running elements, while the front bumper has also seen a redesign and now comes with sportier housing for the LED fog lamps along with a new air dam.

The revised rear of the Honda City can be had with a sporty bootlid spoiler, and the 3D-like design of tail lamps look pretty cool and upmarket. Honda has also made some minor changes to the design of the rear bumper now, which lends it a sporty look as well. Viewing it from the side, the all-new City does get a mean-looking sharkfin antenna on the roof and stylish 16-inch alloy wheels, but its tall facade and relatively large wheel wells end up looking out of place on what is otherwise a neat and chic design.

The all-new Honda City’s boot has a capacity of 506 liters, which is fairly large for a sedan this size. Coming to its actual exterior size, the City measures 4,553mm in overall length, 1,748mm in width, and stands 1,467mm tall at the roof. On the other hand, Honda’s sedan has a wheelbase that comes in at 2,600mm, which isn’t as long as that of the Nissan Sunny, but easily beats the Mitsubishi Attrage. The City also beats the latter when it comes to its styling, obviously.

Interior

When pitted against the old model, the all-new Honda City’s interior is far superior and even, dare I say it, semi-luxurious. The seats are well-crafted and provide plenty of support (especially at the front), while their design makes them look as if they were meant for a more expensive car. Both front and rear occupants get an armrest, but the rear one also integrates handy cupholders as an added bonus. Higher trims get nicely padded dual-tone surfaces, and there is also stitched leatherette on the dashboard and door pads.

The interior is fairly well put-together, and the large dials in the gauge cluster, though analog, are easy to read even under bright sunlight. However, the same cannot be said about the ‘aftermarket’ touch-infotainment display which looks dull and washed out even under moderate lighting conditions. That said, the 8-inch unit works decently for the most part and integrates Apple CarPlay and Honda’s Weblink feature. Unfortunately, there doesn’t seem to be any support for Android Auto, which is a glaring omission that should be rectified at the earliest.

The cabin of the Honda City is wider than that of the Attrage and some of the other cars in this segment, though you would still not want to carry three adults in the back all the time. Some of the main features of the all-new City include keyless entry with push-button ignition & remote engine start, paddle shifters, leather upholstery, cruise control, a premium surround sound system with four speakers and four tweeters, automatic climate control with rear vents, ECON mode, and two USB ports. As for the cabin of the City, it feels fairly well ventilated and open, even if there is no sunroof. This is mostly thanks to the large windows all around and a high ceiling.

Performance and other features

In the UAE, the all-new Honda City is powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder petrol engine with dual overhead cams and Honda’s famous i-VTEC technology. The end result of this is a total output of 121hp and 145Nm of peak torque. The City comes as standard with a CVT gearbox that spins the front wheels only. If you are lucky, the Honda City will go through the 100 kmph barrier in under 11 seconds, while its top speed is rated at 190 kmph. Of course, one of the prime reasons why you will buy the City has to do with its fuel economy of 18.1 kmpl or 5.5 L/100 km. Given its smooth and trouble-free powertrain and performance, that is a sweet return on every drop of fuel pumped into the tank.

Built on Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, the all-new City scores well when it comes to its safety features. The ones that are really worth mentioning here include a complement of 6 airbags, plus electronic nannies such as Hill Start Assist, ABS with EBD, Emergency Brake Assist, Brake Over-Ride System, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Vehicle Stability Assist and Traction Control System. Furthermore, the sedan also gets an Emergency Call feature, alongside ISOFIX anchor points, and rear parking sensors with Honda’s Multi Angle Rear View Camera.

Toyota Yaris

Currently in its third iteration, the Toyota Yaris is one of the most commonly sighted sedans in the United Arab Emirates. Even though this avatar was first introduced back in 2013, Toyota gave it a facelift just a few years down the line. This is pretty much the last major update the Yaris got, but it is still a decent-looking car (though it is far from perfect). Starting at the same price point as the Honda City, i.e., AED 59,900, the Toyota Yaris also faces stiff competition from the likes of the Hyundai Accent and Nissan Sunny.

Unlike the City, however, there is only one trim option available of the Toyota Yaris in the UAE – the entry-level E variant. Backed by a brand as mighty and renowned as Toyota, the Yaris rarely finds it hard to attract buyers. Similarly, Cars24 has also become famous and well-known for offering affordable and reliable used cars in the UAE. If you are in search of used Toyota cars for sale in Ajman, then head over to our used car section for some great deals. As far as the Toyota Yaris is concerned, this reliable and dependable sedan will likely outlive some of its owners without much faff.

Exterior

While some other markets already have the most recent iteration of the Yaris, the UAE still gets the older avatar for some reason. This one has been around for quite sometime now, so it no longer has any novelty factor that brand-new cars are usually attached to. Moreover, its exterior design, while still pretty modern, cannot hold its own when compared to newer cars in the segment. Having stated that fact, the Yaris does have a few nice design touches you can take a look at.

At the front, the Yaris sports a Formula One car-like nosecone which bears Toyota’s logo and sleek blade-like extensions that melt into the headlamps. Speaking of which, the sweptback projector headlamps are large and take up quite a bit of real estate. Similarly, the front bumper is large as well and it integrates LED DRLs, a central air intake slit, and corner-mounted fog lamps. Moving towards the sides of the Yaris, the sedan looks like it is tip-toeing, which is down to its tall yet somewhat disproportionate profile. The rounded appearance along with the large front and rear overhangs do not make for the most attractive design traits.

To make up for all that, Toyota has festooned the sides of the Yaris with several character lines and even given it some flared fenders. It also comes with a sharkfin antenna that is located towards the trailing edge of the roof for that added curb appeal, but those tiny and basic 14-inch steel wheels don’t do this design any favor. However, unlike its older precursor, the outgoing model does look like a marginally bigger car, overall. At the back of the Yaris, we find a pair of large wraparound tail lamps and a pretty standard-looking bumper with static reflectors. So, there is nothing of particular interest from a design perspective here.

The Toyota Yaris comes in at 4,425mm in length, 1,730mm in overall width, and has a height of 1,475mm. As for the distance between its front and rear wheels, the Yaris spans 2,550mm, while its total boot capacity stands at 476 liters. In the UAE, the Toyota Yaris is offered in 8 colors – White Pearl Crystal Shine, Red Mica Metallic, Attitude Black Mica, Quartz Brown Metallic, Super White, Dark Blue Mica Metallic, Grey Metallic, and Silver Metallic.

Interior

Since there is only the base variant of the Toyota Yaris on offer at the moment, one cannot expect much from the interior. As expected, there is plenty of hard plastics and urethane surfaces (such as parts of the steering wheel and gear lever), while the seats are upholstered in fabric that is clearly not of the premium variety. Having said that, the seat upholstery is dual-tone and sports contrast stitching along with different textures and design based on the location. Furthermore, there is also contrast stitching found on the armrests that are located between the front seats and the doors, respectively.

Most people will find the seats to be supportive enough, though the rear ones are fixed in place. Therefore, you cannot slide longer items to or from the boot, reducing the overall practicality. Then there is the rather elevated middle seat at the back, which means that the person sitting in the middle will feel less comfortable, especially if the journey is long. And while the build quality is good, the basic nature of this interior will be a downer for many. Toyota has added some shiny bits of plastic to make this cabin seem a little more interesting, which works intermittently.

The all-analogue gauge cluster lacks any modern features, but it gets the job done. Same goes for the simple and straightforward infotainment unit and HVAC controls, both of which are easy to use even when on the move. Of course, this being the barebones variant of the Yaris, there is no Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. Instead, you get the traditional AUX, USB, CD, and Bluetooth options, plus four speakers to indulge while playing your favorite tunes. Since this is a Toyota, the chances of stuff breaking are almost next to impossible. After all, reliability and dependability are this car’s top USPs.

Performance and other features

The Toyota Yaris comes with a 1.5-liter naturally-aspirated four-cylinder motor that turns up with 105hp and 140Nm of torque. Using a CVT gearbox and driving the front wheels, the Yaris will go from standstill to 100 kmph in a dizzyingly brisk 11 seconds. Meanwhile, the sedan’s top whack is 175 kmph. It may not be quick on its feet, but what the Yaris is excellent at is being frugal. Driven gently enough, Toyota claims their car can do an incredible 20 kmpl or 5 L/100 km on a combined cycle, which is stupendously good. Then again, most will never witness those numbers in their lifetime.

As this is the entry-level trim of the Toyota Yaris, it only gets the most essential safety features. This includes equipment such as cruise control, dual airbags, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Control, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, rear parking sensors, rear fog lamps, and ISOFIX child-seat anchorages. If you are getting this sedan, it is primarily because of the Toyota badge and its great fuel efficiency.

Toyota Corolla

Available in the UAE courtesy of Al-Futtaim Motors, the Toyota Corolla starts at AED 71,900. Being one of the world’s best-selling cars ever, the Corolla is as relevant today as it was 30 years ago. In a region that loves its Toyotas, this compact sedan’s sales never really see a dip. Since 1974, Toyota has constantly kept updating the Corolla to keep up with the automotive and world’s expectations for a reliable and well-built car that is also affordable. The latest avatar is built on Toyota’s fancy new TNGA-C architecture, which brings it up to the latest safety and technological standards.

Of course, costing upwards of 70,000 dirhams, a new Corolla is far from being a cheap purchase. On the other hand, you can find far more affordable options on Cars24, even if you are looking for used Toyota cars for sale in Ras Al Khaimah. At the end of the day, reliability and excellent brand image are some tangible components behind buying a car – aspects where the Toyota Corolla shines.

Exterior

Over the years, the Toyota Corolla’s design has been constantly evolved, getting ever so close to being the kind of car that you might like to see parked next to your house. While this is still a relatively sedate family sedan for the masses, there are many design aspects here that may pull glances from a few folks. The front end of the Corolla boasts a sleek main grille with a chrome strip, complemented by slender headlamps with LED daytime-running lights, a multi-slatted central air intake located in the sporty bumper that also features chrome garnishing.

The rear of the Corolla comes featuring wraparound tail lamps with a few nice LED elements, while there is also some chrome to up the overall style quotient. Meanwhile, the side silhouette of the new Corolla looks sleeker than ever, whilst the dual-tone alloy wheels look pretty stylish. At the same time, the rising beltline goes well with the door-mounted wing mirrors, and the extended overhangs make this sedan look larger than it is, visually speaking. Any which way you spin it, the latest avatar of the Toyota Corolla is one of the best cars in its segment.

The Toyota Corolla’s boot is pretty spacious, capable of handling around 470 liters of luggage. That is a fairly decent-sized boot, though it is not as capacious as that of the Honda City. When it comes to its actual physical footprint, the Toyota Corolla measures in at 4,630mm in length, 1,780mm in width, and 1,435mm in overall height. It has a wheelbase of 2,700mm, which is more than that of any car on this list. In the United Arab Emirates, the Toyota Corolla is offered in 8 different shades that include Black Mica, Celestite Grey Metallic, Beige Metallic, Grey Metallic, Red Mica Metallic, Silver Metallic, Super White, and White Pearl Crystal Shine.

Interior

For a car that is priced at around 70,000 dirhams, the interior of the new Toyota Corolla is remarkably well-built and gets good quality materials. While there are plenty of hard plastic trim to be found in this cabin, barely any percentage of those are downright nasty. Moreover, the fit & finish of the trim is far better than average, and everything works as it should. And given its 2,700mm long wheelbase, the Corolla’s interior can comfortably seat 5 people, while the ride quality is better than average for the class.

The windows are of a decent size as they let in a good amount of light, and you will not have to crib about the seats either. And while this may not be the quietest cabin in the segment, you can have a conversation without having to yell at each other even when you are on the highway. Of course, if you do decide to whisper, chances are that the other person might not actually hear you. On a positive note, this interior is quite practical and there is enough stowage to keep your nick-knacks.

Depending on the trim level you choose, the Corolla can be had with automatic LED headlamps, an electric sunroof, a power-operated trunk lid, keyless entry with push-button engine start, cruise control, a leather-wrapped multifunctional steering wheel, a partially-digital gauge cluster, a wireless charging pad, automatic climate control with rear vents, and a 6-speaker audio system to name a few. While you will not be fooled into thinking that this is a luxury cabin, the Corolla’s interior is much better than what it once used to be.

Performance and other features

The entry-level variant of the Toyota Corolla comes with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 121hp and 154Nm of torque. This four-popper goes hand-in-hand with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), which allows the Corolla 1.6 to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 11 seconds and hit a terminal velocity of 190 kmph. In terms of its overall performance, the Corolla’s numbers are similar to that of the similarly-priced Honda City. On the same note, the Corolla’s fuel economy stands at a reported 18.2 kmpl or 5.5 L/100 km – exactly the same as the City. Then again, the Corolla is both larger and heavier than the Honda.

Being the base variant, this Corolla gets only the basic safety features. The highlight within the catalogue includes things such as Vehicle Stability Control, Hill-Start Assist Control, Tire Pressure Warning System, dual front airbags, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, rear parking sensors, ISOFIX anchor points, and rear fog lamps. The Toyota Corolla might not be as well-loaded as some of its closest contemporaries, but it fares extremely well on almost every front, especially when it comes to its resale value.

Conclusion

While we would all love to own a fast and powerful sports car or a big and burly SUV, many of us don’t have a need for either. There still exists a market (a growing one at that) that encompasses factors such as affordability, practicality, a spacious boot, low running costs, ease of ownership, and of course, excellent fuel economy – all rolled into the body of a sedan. And while there are many good candidates that fit the bill, the cars mentioned on this list are the best picks. Between these five sedans, the difference in fuel economy is not too significant, but the delta in their price tags is. Either way, if you are in the market for the best fuel-efficient sedan, you need to decide on a budget and then take these cars for a spin.