With each passing year, options for new but cheap cars are rapidly increasing as the automakers are appropriately addressing the consumers with low income line. Buying a new car in the UAE and other Middle Eastern countries is much easier if you already know your preferences. Below is a list of best cars which you can buy under AED 75,000.
Chevrolet Cruze
Cruze is a compact sedan with transverse front-engine and front-wheel drive from the American automaker, Chevrolet. This second generation car is built on 1.8 litre four-cylinder engine having six-speed automatic transmission. The starting price of the 2014 Chevrolet Cruze is AED 65,000. In fact, Cruze has the greatest acceleration power among the models in this list, with 9.8 seconds for 0-100km/h.
Honda Civic
Civic is one of the bestselling cars in the Middle East. Although it is available in three trim options, you are suggested to go for the basic version that holds a 1.8 litre four-cylinder engine, front-wheel drive and five-speed automatic transmission. The 2014 Honda Civic starts from AED 72,000. The new Honda Civic has the best towing capacity, as the rear seats can be folded down to create an extra room.
Hyundai Sonata
Sonata is counted among the flagship models of Korean automaker. The base version of this midsize sedan holds a 2.4 litre four-cylinder engine with six-speed automatic transmission. Without any extra add-ons and optional equipment, the 2014 Hyundai Sonata will be available for AED 66,500. Sonata is recommended for speed conscious people, as it can move as fast as 202 km/h.
Kia Optima
This midsize sedan from Kia could be considered as a cheap new car. The plain EX version is powered by a 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine running front wheels, using six-speed automatic gearbox. The 2014 Kia Optima is available for a minimum AED 61,900. Optima is truly the most appealing car in terms of exterior styling within midsize sedan segment.
Mazda 6
This third generation midsize sedan from Japanese automaker has been appreciated much by the Middle Eastern people. Recommend here is the Mazda 6 S version, which carries a 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission at a basic price of AED 75,000. The reason why you should buy Sentra is its excellent mileage, which is 5.9 litres/100km.
Nissan Sentra
Nissan has been serving the GCC markets not only by off-road technology, but also with its general consumer models like Sentra. The 2014 Nissan Sentra S encloses a 1.6 litre four-cylinder engine with five-speed manual gearshift and is offered for a minimum AED 59,900. The most valuable thing about this car is its curb weight of 1184 kg, which improves its handling.
Toyota Corolla
Corolla is an all time bestselling car of the UAE and is the flagship model of Japanese automaker for over five decades. The 2014 Toyota Corolla Limited version comes with a 2.0 litre four cylinder engine and would cost you no more than AED 74,000. You should go for this car for its best resale value in the Middle Easter region.
Mitsubishi Lancer Fortis
Fortis is the latest sub-version of Mitsubishi’s leading model, Lancer. Using a 1.8 litre four-cylinder engine and CVT gearbox, this vehicle has suitable styling, performance and economy. The 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Fortis can be acquired in AED 54,900. This is the most inexpensive vehicle to buy in this vehicle class.
Renault Safrane
This small executive car from the French automaker is offered to the UAE market in a range of specifications. The base version of the 2014 Renault Safrane enclosing a 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine and CVT gearbox just meets your financial situation. It is offered between AED 65,000 and 73,500. Straightforwardly, none of the cars in this list features such powertrain in this price range.
Volkswagen Jetta
This is a small family car built on Volkswagen Group A platform. Having a 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine with six-speed automatic transmission, the basic S version of 2014 Volkswagen Jetta is offered at a starting price of AED 74,300. Volkswagen Jetta has the most spacious and technologically advanced driver cabin that a midsize sedan offers.
The above list of vehicles would certainly help you in making a decision for your purchase. To know more about the cars, visit their respective company sites.