Used cars: UAE’s most popular brands and how much they cost

Online marketplace dubizzle has published its latest pre-owned car market report for 2023, which highlights the UAE’s most popular sedan and SUV brands.

Dubizzle’s latest report is the result of data having been compiled from its over 300,000 listings during the year.

Among the insights that dubizzle has gained is that “demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) has risen by 33 per cent”. Another insight is that the incorporation of the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence in luxury cars has surged, with features such as autonomous driving, smart safety features and voice commands.

But the real substance in the data lies in which brands second-hand car buyers in the UAE are preferring.

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Luxury used car trends 2023

In terms of this category, dubizzle lists the following brands as its most popular:

• German car brands, notably Mercedes-Benz and BMW have continued to dominate the luxury pre-owned car market.
• Mercedes-Benz has maintained its top position with a legacy of luxury and comfort, focusing on advanced features such as MBUX Augmented Reality. The S-Class sedan has continued its reign as the top Mercedes model, offering enhanced handling and luxury features.
• BMW followed closely, with its 5-Series sedan reigning supreme in terms of agility and advanced technology.
• Despite European dominance, Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota secured a commendable position. The flagship LS-series from Lexus remains a highly sought-after choice, showcasing the brand’s commitment to luxury, reliability and innovation.
• Porsche has maintained its popularity in the luxury segment, with the iconic Porsche 911 and Panamera.
• SUVs continued to dominate the luxury vehicle segment, with Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser and Land Rover Range Rover leading the way.
• In the luxury sedan domain, Mercedes-Benz showcased its dominance by securing the first three spots. The S-Class, C-Class, and E-Class stood out not just for their elegance but for the innovation that defines the brand.
• Lexus with its LX-Series also emerged as a key player in the luxury SUV segment.

Detailing the costs of these vehicles, dubizzle goes further to disclose this information as well.

The most popular used luxury sedan, the Mercedes S-Class, has been available on dubizzle at an average price ranging from Dhs263,600 for the 2019 model to Dhs676,200 for the 2023 model.

The average price range for the Nissan Patrol, the most sought-after luxury SUV, has fallen between Dhs151,400 to Dhs249,800 for models spanning 2019 to 2023.

The second most in-demand SUV, the Toyota Land Cruiser, has an average price range of Dhs217,600 to Dhs339,200 for the 2019 to 2023 models respectively. This robust SUV has combined luxury with unparalleled off-road capabilities.

Other pre-owned luxury models that have been making waves in the market include the Mercedes E-Class, BMW 7-Series, Land Rover Range Rover, Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7 and Lamborghini Urus.

Non-luxury used car trends 2023

Dubizzle says “the non-luxury pre-owned car market has also experienced remarkable year-on-year growth in 2023” while Japanese brands have come to dominate.

“The demand for non-luxury pre-owned automobiles has significantly influenced price trends, with an observed uptick in prices across various makes and models,” dubizzle further notes.

• Toyota maintained its dominance as the most popular non-luxury car brand in the UAE with its ever-popular Camry and Corolla. 
• Nissan secured the second spot for the second consecutive year, leveraging its world-famous lineups such as Altima and Pathfinder.
• Ford jumped a rank to third place in 2023, gaining popularity with its high-performing models, including Mustang and Explorer, appealing to both performance-oriented and daily-driving consumers.
• Honda has also maintained its popularity in the non-luxury pre-owned car category, with the Accord and Civic in the popular sedan list.

The Ford Explorer topped the list with an average price range of Dhs99,600 to Dhs181,500 for the 2019 and 2022 models. The Toyota Prado and Toyota RAV 4 have also remained popular among used SUV buyers in 2023, the first being popular for its excellent off-roading capabilities, while the latter for its impressive fuel economy.

When it comes to used non-luxury sedans, the Nissan Altima has led the market with intelligent mobility features. The price for Altima has been around Dhs51,100 for the 2019 model and Dhs99,500 for the 20223 model. Besides, the Toyota Camry and Corolla have maintained popularity for fuel efficiency and durability. Honda Accord and Honda Civic also stayed in demand for non-luxury sedans in 2023 in the UAE.