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

Sedans have been an unmistakable yet integral part of the UAE landscape for decades. Their role as family transport is obvious, though the almost endless choices on offer can get dizzying for many. This is exactly why we have created a list of the best sedans in UAE for 2021-22. As you can imagine, the cars listed here include the best-selling examples in the country. However, the sedans included here also take into account certain premium carmakers. After all, it is the UAE we are talking about here, so upscale cars really do matter as well.

Best Sedans Prices in UAE

In a region that is predominantly ruled by SUVs, the sedan still hasn’t lost its charm. Thankfully, buyers have plenty of options to choose from. For those that have a tight budget, there are affordable sedans from well-respected brands such as Toyota and Honda, while those with loftier budgets can go for esteemed marques like Lexus or Mercedes-Benz.

Automakers have kept updating their respective sedan models in order to keep up with the demands of the market. Furthermore, the segment always faces the risk of losing buyers to crossovers or SUVs. Having said that, the models mentioned in this list have continued to soldier on irrespective of the situation in the market.

Considering their healthy sales numbers and popularity, these are undoubtedly some of the best sedans in the UAE. While the demand for new cars hasn’t exactly subsided, more and more buyers are looking at the second-hand market for satiating their auto appetite. Cars24 has an ever-increasing inventory of used cars for sale in the UAE, ranging from affordable to not-so-affordable models. There are plenty of used cars in Dubai, while buyers can also shop for pre-owned cars in Ras Al Khaimah (among other emirates).

Toyota Corolla

As one of the most successful nameplates in the world, the Toyota Corolla easily bags a top spot on this list. The Corolla has been around in the UAE for a long time, during which it has cemented its position as the quintessential default sedan for many buyers. While competition has been increasingly tough in the segment, this sedan has held its own without much drama.

The official dealership handling all things Toyota in the UAE is Al-Futtaim Motors. The starting price of a brand-new Toyota Corolla is AED 71,900, while there are two trim levels and three different variants. And of course, there’s no shortage of used Toyota cars in Dubai and other locations in the UAE, with several listed on Cars24. As with most compact sedans, the Corolla’s exterior dimensions are nothing to gawk at. It measures 4,630mm in length, 1,780mm in width, and 1,435mm in height, while the Corolla’s wheelbase stretches to 2,700mm and its boot capacity is around 470 liters.

The Toyota Corolla comes in 8 exterior colors: Black Mica, Celestite Grey Metallic, Beige Metallic, Grey Metallic, Red Mica Metallic, Silver Metallic, Super White, and White Pearl Crystal Shine. As far as design goes, the Corolla sold in the UAE may not be as flashy as some iterations sold abroad, but its styling is fairly decent. The front fascia features sleek headlamps with LED DRLs, a narrow grille with a chrome strip, and a broad & sporty bumper with carved corners highlighted in chrome and a multi-slatted air dam.

Compared to its precursor, the new Toyota Corolla looks more stylish and sportier when viewed from the sides. Further reinforcing this notion are the dual-tone 17-inch alloy wheels, a rising beltline, flared wheel arches, door-mounted wing mirrors, and a slightly sloped roofline. Meanwhile, the rear of the new Corolla gets a large but sleek tail lamp cluster, chrome on the bootlid and under the tail lamps, and a carved-out bumper.

Just like almost every other car, the Toyota Corolla’s equipment list depends on the trim level you have chosen. Higher trims get features like LED headlamps, keyless entry with push-button start, an electric sunroof, cruise control, a wireless charger, 7-inch MID and touch-infotainment displays, and automatic climate control. Meanwhile, the Corolla’s safety gadgets include 4 airbags, ABS with EBD, Hill-start Assist Control, Vehicle Stability Control, Tire Pressure Warning System, rear parking sensors with a rearview camera, and ISOFIX anchor points.

Getting to the mechanicals under the hood, the Toyota Corolla is available with three powertrain options in the UAE. There is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 121hp and 154Nm of torque and a 2.0-liter four-banger that develops 168hp and 200Nm of torque. However, the Corolla is also offered with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder petrol-hybrid powertrain that is good for 121hp and 142Nm of torque. All versions of the Toyota Corolla sold in the UAE come fitted with a CVT gearbox.

The fastest version of the Toyota Corolla is the one equipped with the 2.0-liter engine, and it can hit a top speed of 200 kmph while also hitting 100 kmph in just over 9 seconds. In terms of its fuel economy, the Toyota Corolla Hybrid claims to return 27.6 kmpl or 3.62 L/100 km, while the Corolla 2.0 manages to achieve 19.8 kmpl or 5 L/100 km. No matter how you slice this, the Toyota Corolla is a frugal and efficient sedan.

Honda Civic

Right from the 1970s, the Honda Civic has been an icon of modern but efficient mode of personal transportation. While it competes with the likes of the Corolla, this Honda compact sedan is one that gets loads of love from buyers across the UAE. Speaking of which, the official distributor of the Honda Civic in the UAE is the Al-Futtaim/Trading Enterprises, with prices starting from AED 67,900.

Buyers in the UAE can choose between 4 trim levels of the Honda Civic, spread across 3 variants. However, if you are not looking for a brand-new car, there are loads of options of used cars in Abu Dhabi. Likewise, there are old cars for sale in Dubai as well. The exterior dimensions of the Civic will reveal figures such as a length of 4,630mm, width of 1,799mm, and a height of 1,416mm. Speaking about the Civic’s wheelbase, that stands at 2,700mm, while the boot space is 419 liters.

The exterior design of the Honda Civic has come a long way from its humble beginnings. The outgoing avatar boasts a stylish and sporty appearance that certainly makes it stand out among its contemporaries. Up front, the sweptback design leads with a bold nose that’s flanked by full-LED headlamps and a sporty-looking bumper. Meanwhile, the svelte side profile hosts 17-inch alloy wheels, large but sleek wing mirrors, and a coupe-like sloping roofline. As for the back of the Civic, it features a large spoiler, boomerang-style tail lamps, and a sporty-looking bumper with twin exhaust pipes.

In terms of its color options, the Honda Civic is available in Carnelian Red, Crystal Black, White Orchid, Lunar Silver, and Midnight Burgundy to name a few. The Civic’s features list comes in the form of leather interior upholstery, push-button engine start, a power sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, paddle shifters, cruise control, an electronic parking brake, and a 7-inch touchscreen navigation system with Apple CarPlay. Meanwhile, the safety equipment found on the Civic include 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, Hill Start Assist, Agile Handling Assist, Traction Control System, Vehicle Stability Assist, ISOFIX anchorages, and Honda’s LaneWatch camera system.

In the UAE, the Honda Civic is offered with three petrol engines. The base variant comes with a 1.6-liter naturally-aspirated four-cylinder that develops 123hp and 151Nm of torque. This is followed by a variant that is powered by a larger 2.0-liter four-cylinder motor that puts out 158hp and 187Nm. Finally, the Civic also comes with a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-banger (in the RS variant) that makes 180hp and 220Nm of torque. The Civic RS can go from 0 to 100 kmph in about 8.5 seconds and hit a top speed of 210 kmph.

Kia Cerato

Sold in the UAE by Al Majid Motors, the outgoing Kia Cerato represents the third generation of the Korean brand’s popular compact sedan. Going up against the likes of the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, the Cerato has been fending off competition whilst also finding more buyers in the region. With prices for a brand-new car starting from just under 60,000 dirhams, the Kia Cerato is more affordable than its closest Japanese rivals.

On the other hand, you can certainly find and buy used cars in Sharjah simply by visiting Cars24’s official website. As for the new Kia Cerato, it is offered in two trim levels (namely LX and SX) and 10 exterior colors. Some of the popular colors for the Cerato for customers in the UAE include Runway Red, Silky Silver, Steel Gray, Aurora Black Pearl, and Snow White Pearl.

On the outside, the Kia Cerato measures in at 4,640mm in length, 1,800mm in width, and 1,450mm in height. The wheelbase, at 2,700mm, is standard for this segment, though the Cerato’s 502-liter boot is larger than that found in its rivals. While the Kia Cerato’s exterior may not be as bold as the Civic’s, it is far from bland or boring. The marque’s famous “Tiger-nose” grille takes prominence at the front, with the LED headlamps sporting a distinctive x-shaped DRL arrangement. These go well with the front bumper’s gloss black elements and large air intakes, making the Cerato look sportier than it actually is.

The side profile of the Kia Cerato is not as eye-catching as the Honda Civic. Having said that, it does with 17-inch alloy rims finished in Dark Metal Gray, chrome around the windows, and a noticeable rear overhang that visually accentuates this sedan’s length. The back of the Cerato features a subtle bootlip spoiler, swanky LED elements within the tail lamps, and a deep rear bumper that incorporates the reversing lights plus a faux diffuser and a chrome-tipped exhaust.

In typical Kia fashion, the Cerato can be equipped with many modern features (depending on the trim level). Some of the Cerato’s most prominent features are a ‘Smart trunk’, power-operated front seats with heating & ventilation, an electron sunroof, a wireless charger, two-zone climate control, cruise control, leather seat upholstery, a drive mode selector, and an 8-inch touch-infotainment system. Meanwhile, occupant protection is provided by 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Control, Hill-Start Assist Control, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning, and also front & rear parking sensors with a rearview camera.

Power for the Kia Cerato comes from either a 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol or 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol engine. Both are naturally-aspirated and come mated a 6-speed automatic gearbox as standard. The Cerato 1.6 makes 128hp and 154Nm of torque, while the Cerato 2.0 gets 152hp and 192Nm of torque to play with. It is also the quickest variant (relatively speaking), clocking in at 210 kmph and capable of hitting 100 kmph in a little over 10 seconds. As for its mileage, the Kia Cerato is rated at 14.9 kmpl or 6.7 L/100 km.

Hyundai Accent

There are few new cars that are as common and affordable as the Hyundai Accent in the UAE. Its practicality and an easily palatable price tag have made this compact sedan a huge success for the Korean auto major in the region. And just like all other new Hyundai models, the Accent is also sold primarily by the Juma Al Majid network in the United Arab Emirates. A brand-new Hyundai Accent starts from around only AED 50,000, making it the cheapest car on this list.

Of course, those scouting for even cheaper options on four wheels will find several old cars for sale on Cars24. One will also find many pre-owned cars in Dubai that are being sold at eager prices through Cars24. As for a new Hyundai Accent, customers can pick from up to 6 exterior colors: Fiery Red, Phantom Black, Polar White, Typhoon Silver, Starry Night, and Titan Gray. The Hyundai Accent comes in at 4,440mm in length, 1,720mm in width, 1,460mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,600mm. Meanwhile, the boot space of the Accent is 480 liters.

The Accent gets Hyundai’s ‘cascading grille’ design and large projector headlamps at the front. Along the sides, the Accent scores diamond-cut 16-inch alloy wheels and a rising beltline to add to the overall stance. The rear of the Accent sports large wraparound tail lamps and a sharply-styled bumper. Overall, the exterior styling of the Hyundai Accent is decent and inoffensive, even if a touch too safe in its approach.

Compared to the latest model that’s on sale in other markets, Hyundai still sells the pre-facelift Accent in the UAE. This means that its interior is neither the most contemporary nor is packed with the latest features. However, while the design of this interior isn’t all that new, buyers will find the layout easy to figure out and use. As far as its features are concerned, the Accent can be had with power-operated & folding door mirrors, keyless entry with push-button ignition, a power sunroof, a cooled glovebox, cruise control, a 7-inch touch-infotainment system with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, a 6-speaker audio system, and a height-adjustable driver’s seat.

The Hyundai Accent’s safety catalogue consists of dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Program, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, ISOFIX anchors, and rear parking sensors with a camera. Meanwhile, the Accent sold in the UAE is available with two petrol engine options. Buyers can choose a 1.4-liter four-cylinder unit that pumps out about 99hp and 132Nm of torque or a 1.6-liter four-popper that makes 121hp and 151Nm of torque.

No matter which engine you choose, all variants of the Hyundai Accent in the UAE get a lone 6-speed automatic gearbox. At the slower end, the Accent 1.4 will top out at 183 kmph, while the 1.6 model will go on to touch 192 kmph. As for acceleration, the former will need an agonizing 13.4 seconds to hit 100 kmph, with the latter managing the same task in a more bearable 11.3 seconds. If driven in a sedate manner, both these engines should return a similar mileage of around 15.6 kmpl or 6.4 L/100 km.

Nissan Sunny

If there is a competition to the likes of the Toyota Corolla and Hyundai Accent (in terms of pure numbers), the Nissan Sunny would have zero issues keeping up. As one of the most prolific and top-selling sedans in the UAE, the Sunny can lay claim to being one of the oldest Japanese nameplates in the region. And with prices starting at just AED 55,000, this sedan’s sales figures remain almost unmatched even to this day.

Those looking for a brand-new Nissan Sunny in the UAE will have to hit an AW Rostamani/Arabian Automobiles dealership. However, if you are on an even tighter leash, there are many certified used Nissan cars in Dubai that are listed on Cars24. The outgoing iteration of the Nissan Sunny is 4,496mm long, 1,740mm wide, and 1,455mm high at the roof. It also has a wheelbase of 2,618mm and a boot capacity of 422 liters, which is longer segment-leading.

In the UAE, the Nissan Sunny can be had in 7 different exterior colors: Aspen White TriCoat, Brilliant Silver Metallic, Electric Blue Metallic, Gun Metallic, Super Black, Radiant Red, and Scarlet Ember Tintcoat. As for its actual exterior styling, the new Nissan Sunny is quite a bit more attractive than its predecessor. The design is not just sharper and better proportioned, but the new styling details makes the new model look more urbane too.

The front-end of the new Sunny gets Nissan’s new V-motion grille, plus sleeker-looking headlamps with new LED DRLs, and a reprofiled front bumper and hood. Moreover, the new model also gets 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, flared fenders, a ‘floating roof’ design, and door-mounted wing mirrors. The rear of the Nissan Sunny boasts a more modern set of tail lamps, a bootlip spoiler, a chrome strip on the bootlid, and a slightly stylized back bumper.

Since this is an all-new model, the interior of the Nissan Sunny bears little resemblance to its precursor. The flat-bottom steering wheel, stitched leatherette on the dashboard, and a new 7-inch part-digital gauge cluster make this interior seem pretty modern. Moreover, the Sunny also comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment head unit with integrated Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, LED headlamps, keyless entry & go, a wireless charging pad, cruise control, and automatic climate control.

The Nissan Sunny’s safety equipment takes into account an Around View Monitor, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Intelligent Forward Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and dual front airbags. Compared to the old model, the new Sunny definitely offers more and better features for the money. Under the hood, the Nissan Sunny is powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol engine that makes 118hp and 149Nm of torque. It uses the brand’s Xtronic CVT gearbox and can return a mileage of 14.9 kmpl or 6.7 L/100 km. The Sunny can go from 0 to 100 kmph in less than 11 seconds and hit a top whack of 180 kmph.

Toyota Camry

If you have ever been to the UAE or even looked at photos/videos of the place on the internet, you will be able to recognize this car. The Toyota Camry is as ubiquitous as the desert sand that’s prevalent in the country. There are so may taxi operators that use this mid-size sedan that it will be impossible for you to miss it. Of course, there are plenty of private buyers who go for the Camry as well – not just because it wears the famed Toyota badge – the sheer draw of this sedan is such.

The latest avatar of the Toyota Camry in the UAE starts from AED 95,500 and is sold exclusively by Al-Futtaim Motors. However, that is not to say that there’s any scarcity of second-hand Toyota cars in Sharjah (or Dubai, Abu Dhabi etc.), especially on Cars24. Built on the marque’s TNGA-K platform, the current iteration of the Toyota Camry is home to several upgrades over the old car. In terms of its exterior dimensions, the Camry measures 4,885mm in length, 1,840mm in width, 1,445mm in height, and has a wheelbase spanning 2,825mm. Meanwhile, the Camry’s boot capacity sits at 493 liters.

The Toyota Camry is available in up to 10 different color options in the UAE. There is Attitude Black Mica, Dark Blue Mica, Emotional Red, Graphite Metallic, Silver Metallic, Platinum White Pearl Mica, and dual-tone offerings such as Emotional Red/Attitude Black Mica and Platinum White Pearl Mica/ Attitude Black Mica. The Camry has become a handsome-looking mid-size sedan with a sharp front fascia with projector LED headlamps and a deep front bumper with large intakes and flashy trim bits.

The side profile of the Camry perpetuates the sedan’s long dimensions while also highlighting the stylish door mirrors and a contoured yet sharp shoulder line. Meanwhile, the back of the Camry looks sporty and sophisticated enough, courtesy of the pronounced bootlip spoiler, large LED tail lamps, and the sculpted rear bumper with twin tailpipes. Regardless of the parallels drawn between it and the generic UAE taxi fleet, the new Toyota Camry is a good-looking and well-sorted family sedan that’s as reliable as ever.

On the inside, the Toyota Camry does what it can to swoon you. For instance, the way the dashboard and center console meet in a swoopy manner, is quite eye-catching. The dual-tone interior also looks pleasing to the eye, while the 9-inch floating touchscreen infotainment display now comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Furthermore, most of the physical the controls and displays are logically laid out and are easy to operate. There are also several soft-touch materials and faux leather surfaces in this cabin in order to further the user-experience.

Apart from the upgraded infotainment system, the Toyota Camry also gets a 9-speaker JBL audio rig, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, a wireless smartphone charger, individual drive modes, leather seat upholstery, paddle shifters, a powered rear sunshade, power-operated front seats, an electronic parking brake, and automatic LED headlamps apart from many other features. Some of the safety-related equipment found on the Camry include 6 airbags, Vehicle Stability Control, all-around parking sensors with a rearview camera, Toyota’s Pre-Collision System with adaptive cruise control, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Tracing Assist, and Automatic High Beam for instance.

In the UAE, the Toyota Camry comes with three distinct powertrain choices for customers. The base model comes with a 2.5-liter naturally-aspirated petrol four-cylinder that generates 204hp and 243Nm of torque. It drives the front wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. Then there’s the same 2.5-liter four-popper, but this time, it’s boosted by an electric motor. This takes the Camry Hybrid’s overall output to 215hp and the torque figure to 221Nm, while the gearbox is now a CVT. Finally, there’s also a 3.5-liter V6 that churns out 298hp and 356Nm of torque. It too gets an 8-speed automatic gearbox.

Depending on the powertrain you select, the Toyota Camry’s performance will obviously vary. For example, the base Camry 2.5 will hit 100 kmph in less than 9.5 seconds and boasts a top speed of 195 kmph. On the other hand, the sportier V6 model can go from 0 to 100 kmph in 6.3 seconds and record a top speed of 235 kmph. As far as mileage is concerned, the Camry Hybrid takes the cake with its rated average of 22.2 kmpl or 4.5 L/100 km.

Honda Accord

The Toyota Camry might be almost at the precipice of greatness, but it is not far from the reaches of the Accord. Honda has been making its Camry rival now for over 45 years. And in all that time, it has constantly annoyed Toyota and ensured that it can’t rest on its laurels. In the UAE market, all new Honda Accord models are sold by Al-Futtaim, with prices starting from AED 94,900. Ironically, this is the same nameplate that also retails all Toyota cars in the country.

In case you haven’t noticed, the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry both start from around the same price point. By chanced you don’t want to go for a brand-new car, Cars24 has a long list of second-hand cars for sale in Abu Dhabi (and every other emirate). Customers going for a new Honda Accord will get to choose from shades such as Crystal Black, Obsidian Blue, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, San Marino, and Platinum White.

The Honda Accord measures 4,890mm in length, 1,860mm in width, and ondaHo1,450mm in height. Meanwhile, the sedan’s wheelbase comes in at 2,830mm, with its boot space being 473 liters. When it comes to its exterior design, there’s no doubt that the Accord is an attractive sedan. When compared to its precursor, the outgoing model not only looks more special, but it certainly has a more contemporary elegance that evades its peers.

The front fascia of the Honda Accord features a large and deep grille that’s flanked by sleek LED headlamps and topped by a gently-sloping hood. Meanwhile, the coupe-like silhouette of the Accord lends it much street cred and keeps it at bay from the zone of “uninteresting family sedans” zone. Add to this its five-spoke 18-inch alloy rims and an almost-concave beltline, the Accord sure looks sporty when viewed from the side. The rear of the Honda Accord gets a larger version of the boomerang-style tail lamps seen on the Civic, while also accommodating a duck-tail spoiler and twin exhausts.

Minimalism and modernity are two words that will pop into one’s mind when viewing the interior of the Honda Accord. The design is clean yet elegant enough to keep your attention, involving several colors, textures and materials to ensure you don’t get bored. Honda has given the Accord a part-digital driver’s display, an 8-inch touchscreen display with Apple CarPlay & GPS navigation, a head-up display, a wireless charging pad, a power sunroof, and dual-zone climate control. These are followed up by radar-guided cruise control, climate-controlled front seats with memory function, Active Noise Cancellation, paddle shifters, a premium 9-speaker audio system, and a shift-by-wire gear selector.

The Accord also comes with Honda’ safety suite that includes a LaneWatch camera system, a wide-angle rearview parking camera, plus 8 airbags, Automatic Emergency Braking, Traction Control System, Vehicle Stability Assist, Hill Start Assist, Agile Handling Assist, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, ISOFIX anchors, and ABS with EBD. In the UAE, buyers of the Honda Accord get two engine options. The base version is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-banger that makes 198hp and 260Nm of torque. Then there’s the punchier 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that kicks out 247hp and 370Nm of twisting force.

In the case of the Accord 1.5, the changing of gears is handled by a CVT, whilst the Accord 2.0 comes with a 10-speed automatic. Neither of these can be considered lethargic, with the former hitting 100 kmph in 7.5 seconds and a top speed of 195 kmph. Of course, with more oomph, the Accord 2.0 gets to 100 kmph in just 5.8 seconds. It also has a higher top speed of 205 kmph. If you want the best mileage between these two versions, the smaller turbo-four should suit you better. It can average 16 kmpl or 6.2 L/100 km, compared to the larger motor’s mileage of 13.3 kmpl or 7.5 L/100 km.

Lexus ES

While the UAE is swarming with high-end luxury cars of all sorts, Lexus continues to paddle through with barely any challenge. One of the best examples of its market dominance comes from the popularity of the ES sedan. Based on the same platform as the Toyota Avalon, the ES has been a cornerstone to bringing in more buyers into the opulent and comfortable world of Lexus.

Retailed by Al-Futtaim Motors in the UAE, the Lexus ES starts from AED 200,000, which surely isn’t cheap. However, you could always sift through Cars24 if you are looking for certified used cars in Sharjah or any other emirate of your choice. As for its size, the Lexus ES measures 4,975mm in length, 1,865mm in width, 1,445mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,870mm. Meanwhile, the boot capacity of the Lexus ES is 454 liters.

The Lexus ES can be painted in one of 12 exterior colors. These include White Nova, Heat Blue, Deep Blue Mica, Black, Sonic Quartz, Sonic Titanium, and Platinum Silver Metallic to name a few. The exterior look and demeanor of the ES is mainly centered around the massive Lexus grille at the front. Depending on the variant, this main grille comes with a thin chrome surround, but is accompanied by fancy tri-beam LED headlamps with integrated Lexus signature LED DRLs.

The smooth and swooping sides of the Lexus ES look quite pleasant, while the large rims fill-in the wheel wells well. Of course, it is hard to miss the long body of the ES along with its extended overhangs. Meanwhile, the rear of the Lexus ES is pretty uneventful. There’s a subtle bootlip spoiler, wraparound tail lamps with distinctive LED elements, and two faux exhaust pipes. While it may not be the most attractive premium sedan in the UAE, the success of the Lexus ES cannot be undermined.

The Lexus ES is fairly well-loaded with fancy features to keep its customers happy. Some of its more prominent gadgets include a hands-free boot release, adaptive cruise control, a panoramic sunroof, multi-zone climate control, Active Noise Cancellation, a 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, a power-operated rear sunshade, power-operated steering column, full-leather upholstery, powered front seats with memory & climate control functions, and a 12.3-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto.

Handling the safety side of things in the Lexus ES are 10 airbags, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control System, the Lexus Pre-Crash Safety System that includes Lane Tracing Assist, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Panoramic View Monitor, and a heads-up display. In the UAE, the Lexus ES is mainly offered with a 3.5-liter V6 petrol engine that produces 302hp and 362Nm of torque. It is mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox and drives the front wheels. If you want to know, the Lexus ES with the V6 engine has a mileage of 11.5 kmpl or 8.7 L/100 km.

BMW 3-Series

If you are in the market for a posh compact sedan, it is almost impossible to miss the BMW 3-Series. The 3-Series has long been the staple for those who want a premium German sedan but with a verve for dynamics. Since the Bavarian automaker prides itself on making a ‘driver’s car’, its main-course products such as the 3-Series tend to be rather good. With only two variants on offer, the BMW 3-Series is an expensive acquisition. Prices for a new one in the UAE start from around AED 235,000, sold primarily via AGMC.

Of course, there are always enticing options available in the second-hand market. If you are interested, check out Cars24 for pre-owned cars in Abu Dhabi and other locations in the UAE. As for a brand-new BMW 3-Series, it can be had in quite a few exterior colors: Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Glacier Silver, Mineral Grey, and Mediterranean Blue among others. The 3-Series isn’t all that large – it has a length of 4,709mm, width of 1,827mm, and a height of 1,442mm. It has a boot capacity of 480 liters, while the 3’s wheelbase measures 2,851mm.

The BMW 3-Series is a pretty good-looking sedan, especially when dressed in its spicier M Performance costume. The all-black kidney grille goes well with the Matrix LED headlamps and the sporty front bumper that further includes gloss black intakes. There’s no arguing when it comes to the proportions of the 3-Series. Whether you like it or not, this is a well-proportioned sedan. The sporty side sills play game alongside the all-black window surrounds and the suave yet spirited 19-inch M alloy wheels.

The rear of the BMW 3-Series looks clean and sporty at the same time. This is partly thanks to the sophisticated full-LED tail lamps, an aggressively-molded boot lid, and a well-sculpted bumper that houses two exhaust pipes. If you are someone who has liked BMWs for a while, the new 3-Series won’t have much trouble convincing you. Meanwhile, the interior of the new 3-Series looks as modern and well put-together as every other new BMW.

With the cockpit being driver-oriented (it’s a BMW, after all), you will not have to faff around trying to reach any of the important controls. And as always, BMW’s build quality outclasses most of its fellow German counterparts without much difficulty. Is it expensive? Yes. Does it feel so? Yes, absolutely. Having said that, the interior of the 3-Series isn’t without its flaws. For starters, the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is not the brightest nor the most intuitive in the industry. Secondly, while the quality of this cabin is very good, the same cannot be said about its generic-feeling design.

On the features front, the BMW 3-Series can be had with a lot of modern toys. The catalogue includes BMW Digital Key, radar cruise control, adaptive dampers, BMW Laser headlamps, M seats with power-adjustment & ventilation, tri-zone climate control, paddle shifters, aluminium pedals, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment head unit with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, and a head-up display. Meanwhile, the 3-Series gets safety items such as surround-view cameras, Collision Detection with Automatic Emergency Braking, Dynamic Stability Control, Traction Control System, Blind Spot Monitoring, and a plethora of airbags.

BMW offers the new 3-Series with two different powertrain options in the UAE. There’s the 330i M Sport that comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that makes 258hp and 400Nm of torque. It spins the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission, enabling the sedan to hit 100 kmph in 5.8 seconds. There’s also the sportier M340i xDrive, which gets a 3.0-liter turbocharged straight-six with 374hp and 500Nm of torque. Enabled by its all-wheel-drive system and more power, the M340i xDrive goes from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.4 seconds. That said, both variants of the 3-Series are electronically limited to 250 kmph.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has remained one of the premier choices of those looking for a premium sedan in the executive space for a long time. The UAE will soon be getting the all-new C-Class (known as the W206), but this article will look at its highly-successful predecessor (W205). When compared to its 3-Series rival, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is less expensive, with a starting price of less AED 175,000. In the UAE, the C-Class is mainly sold by either the Emirates Motor Company (EMC) or Gargash.

Given how popular the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is in the UAE, you will find loads of them on the used car market. In fact, you could find many viable options on Cars24, especially when it comes to decent second-hand cars in Dubai. The outgoing C-Class comes in at 4,686mm in length, 1,810mm in width, and 1,442mm in height. As for its wheelbase, the W205 C-Class spans 2,840mm across, while its boot capacity comes in at around 480 liters.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available in around a dozen exterior colors in the UAE. Some of the examples include shades like Brilliant Blue, Diamond Silver, Obsidian Black, Iridium Silver, Polar White, Tenorite Grey, and Designo Hyacinth Red Metallic to name a few. While the all-new W206 C-Class looks contemporary and unarguably futuristic, the outgoing W205 C-Class is still a beautiful executive sedan. The front-end is festooned with shiny bits, the studded grille pattern being particularly attention-grabbing. Then there are oval-ish LED headlamps that come along with the sporty AMG Line front bumper.

The sculpted sides of the C-Class sure make it look like it can withstand a few impacts (visual or otherwise). This is even more true if you style the C-Class in the aforementioned AMG Line suit, which would give it 19-inch rims wrapped with thick rubber and a lowered ride height. At the back, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class gets fashionable LED tail lamps, faux twin-pipe exhausts, and a sporty-looking rear bumper. Even today, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class remains the choice of those who don’t want to think too much, but want an upscale compact sedan with a rich history (figuratively and factually speaking).

Meanwhile, the cabin of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes packed with tons of creature comforts. Even the layout looks sophisticated and contemporary, with much of the materials feeling expensive and appropriate. However, compared to the latest BMW 3-Series, this interior does have cheaper-feeling trim that one wouldn’t expect in a Mercedes-Benz. Having said that, the design is far more modern and inviting when compared to the Bimmer. The high-definition and customizable digital instrument cluster works well and surely looks nice, while the 10.25-inch floating infotainment unit works well and the graphics are sharp too.

Add the wood veneer, aluminum accents and stitched leather, you get a cabin that feels posh and expensive in general. The C-Class gets features such as a panoramic sunroof, ambient LED lighting, a Burmester premium surround-sound system, a wireless phone charger, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto and Mercedes Me app, plus adaptive air suspension, adaptive cruise control, a full-leather interior, individual driving modes, and power-controlled front seats with individual memory settings.

Meanwhile, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class also comes with multiple airbags, a 360-degree camera system, a head-up display, Electronic Stability Program with Traction Control, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Collision Detection with Automatic Emergency Braking, front & rear parking sensors, and ISOFIX anchors. The base version of the current C-Class is powered by a 1.6-liter petrol engine with 156hp and 250Nm of torque. On the other end, there’s the fabulous AMG C63 S that makes 510hp and 700Nm out of its twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8. This can propel the 1.7-ton sedan from 0 to 100 kmph in only 4 seconds. At its most frugal, the C-Class will average around 15.3 kmpl or 6.5 L/100 km.

Conclusion

As you can see, the list mentioned here includes sedans from almost every walk of life. Depending on your budget and requirement, there could most probably be the right sedan for you in the UAE. Those who want a cheap and cheerful family sedan should surely test drive the Hyundai Accent, Kia Cerato, or Nissan Sunny.

On the other end, if you want a premium experience, cars like the BMW 3-Series, Lexus ES, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class are almost unrivalled in the market. However, if your budget and requirements can accommodate the likes of the Toyota Camry or Honda Accord, you really wouldn’t have much to complain about.

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