Top 10 Cars With Lowest Depreciation In The UAE: An Evergreen List Of Cars?

There are two types of car buyers in any market. One cares about factors like depreciation rates, resale value, cost of ownership, etc. The other is an enthusiast who doesn’t prioritise these factors but is aware that having a car that depreciates at a lower rate is a boon. However, it is quite obvious that both types of buyers appreciate cars with lower depreciation rates.

As it turns out, it is quite advantageous to have a car that doesn’t depreciate very quickly. It retains its value for a longer period, which leads to higher resale value compared to other cars in its segment. In this blog article, we list the top 10 cars with the lowest depreciation in the UAE.

10. Hyundai Elantra

In production since 1990, the Hyundai Elantra is among the best-selling cars in the UAE. The current-generation Hyundai Elantra certainly is the most modern version of the car yet. However, as it turns out, the fifth and sixth generations of the sedan hold their value quite well even today.

The Hyundai Elantra is powered by a range of inline-4 engines. Prices for the Hyundai Elantra start at around AED 11,000 for a high-mileage model manufactured in 2010 or 2011 while a brand-new 2023 model starts at around AED 60,000. Here’s all you need to know about the Hyundai Elantra & its history.

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9. Ford Edge

It is the most recently launched car on this list. The Ford Edge went into production as recently as 2006 and since then, it has become one of the most popular Ford models globally. The mid-size crossover is positioned between the Ford Escape and the Ford Explorer. It shares its underpinnings with the Ford Fusion sedan.

The Ford Edge is powered by a range of turbocharged and naturally aspirated inline-4 engines. In addition, it also gets a 3.5-litre V6 as an option. Prices for the Ford Edge start at around AED 13,500 for a high-mileage model manufactured in 2007 or 2008 while a brand new 2023 model starts at around AED 120,000.

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8. Nissan Sunny

It is a simple, practical, and extremely reliable little sedan and that is exactly what makes it very popular in the UAE. The Nissan Sunny might not come with a long list of features, but it does promise to work every single time you turn the key and it also boasts of a high fuel efficiency figure.

In production since 1966, nine generations of the little sedan have been produced so far. It has since the very beginning been powered by a range of small inline-4 engines. Prices for a 2007 or 2008-manufactured high-mileage example of the Nissan Sunny start at around AED 12,000 while a brand-new 2023 model starts at around AED 40,000.

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7. Mitsubishi Pajero

First launched in 1981, the Mitsubishi Pajero is a full-size SUV. It is one of the normal cars that turned into motorsport legends. The SUV is known for being reliable, practical, and capable off-road. Four generations of the SUV were produced and its production ended in 2021. However, the Pajero spun off a new SUV series called Pajero Sport.

It was available in a range of powertrain options including inline-4 and V6 engine options. Prices for a 2007 or 2008-manufactured Mitsubishi Pajero with high mileage start at around AED 18,500 while a new one costs around AED 90,000. Here’s all you need to know about the Mitsubishi Pajero and its history.

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6. Nissan Altima

In 1992, Nissan officially launched a new sedan called the Altima. It slots between the Nissan Sunny and Nissan Maxima and therefore has equipment to match. As a result, the Nissan Altima came with a long list of features and the latest generation of the car gets modern features like pro pilot assist, pedestrian detection system, automatic emergency braking, and more.

It is powered by a range of inline-4 engines. Prices for a Nissan Altima manufactured in 2007 or 2008 with high mileage start at around AED 10,000 while a brand-new Nissan Altima starts at around AED 115,000. Here’s all you need to know about the Nissan Altima and its history.

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5. Toyota Corolla

It is one of the best-selling cars in the world. The Toyota Corolla surpassed the 50 million unit sales mark in 2021 and took the position of the fourth best-selling car of all time. The Toyota Corolla was first launched in 1966 and it became a global phenomenon. The sedan is known for its reliability and dependability while also having modern features.

Since the very beginning, the Toyota Corolla has been powered by a range of inline-4 petrol engines and along the way, diesel engines were added to the lineup. Prices for 2007 or 2008-manufactured Toyota Corolla sedans start at around AED 20,000 while a brand-new model costs around AED 55,000. Here’s all you need to know about the Toyota Corolla and its history.

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4. Honda Accord

It was the first Japanese car to be produced in the USA. The Honda Accord started life as a compact sedan way back in 1976. However, in 1989, Honda changed its segment and positioned it as a mid-size sedan. More than 20 million units of the Honda Accord have been sold so far.

The first-generation Honda Accord was launched as a three-door hatchback with a 68hp inline-4 engine. However, over time, the sedan became more powerful and some generations were offered with a V6 engine. Prices for a 2006 or 2007-manufactured Honda Accord start at around AED 10,000 while a brand-new sedan costs around AED 100,000.

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3. Toyota Camry

The Toyota Camry is the most commonly found car on the roads of Dubai as it is the vehicle of choice for most Taxi operators. This also speaks volumes about its reliability and efficiency. There are some examples of the Toyota Camry that have clocked over 800,000 kilometres and still feel almost new.

The Toyota Camry is currently powered by either an inline-4 hybrid or a V6 petrol engine. Prices for a 2007 or 2008-manufactured Toyota Camry with high mileage start at around AED 10,000 while a brand-new Toyota Camry costs around AED 98,000. Here’s all you need to know about the Toyota Camry and its history.

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2. Toyota Land Cruiser

It is the most popular SUV in the UAE by a large margin. Tens of thousands of these SUVs are found on UAE’s roads and it is also the vehicle of choice for dune bashing in the desert. The Toyota Land Cruiser is widely regarded as the most reliable SUV in the world. It has been in production since 1951 and a variety of engines have powered the Land Cruiser since then.

The Land Cruiser is one of those cars that holds its value very well. In fact, well-maintained examples of old Land Cruisers from the 50s and 60s hold more value than more recent models. 1998 or 2000-manufactured Toyota Land Cruiser SUVs have a starting price of around AED 24,000. Here’s all you need to know about the Toyota Land Cruiser and its history.

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1. Nissan Patrol

It is the arch-nemesis to the Toyota Land Cruiser and a local favourite. The Nissan Patrol enjoys legendary status in the UAE. The SUV keeps its occupants in utmost comfort and is extremely capable. If you find yourself torn between the Toyota Land Cruiser and the Nissan Patrol, our Land Cruiser vs. Patrol comparison article is just what you need.

Older generations of the Nissan Patrol have recently begun to appreciate and more recent generations still hold their value very well. Prices of 2002 or 2003-manufactured Nissan Patrol Super Safari SUVs start at around AED 36,000 while a brand-new Nissan Patrol retails at around AED 240,000. Here’s all you need to know about the Nissan Patrol and its history.

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