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Toyota GR Yaris and GR Corolla Launched in the UAE Starting at AED 167,900
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2026 Toyota RAV4 Launched in the UAE – Prices, Specs, Features & Hybrid Details
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Sell Your Car in Dubai/UAE: Pricing, Prep, and Paperwork (so it sells faster and cleaner)
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Compare Cars UAE (Used): A Simple Scorecard to Pick Between Two Listings in One Evening
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“Can I Get Vehicle Owner Details by Plate Number in Dubai?” What’s Legal, What Isn’t, and What to Do Instead
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Tasjeel/Shamil Vehicle Testing for Used-Car Buyers: Pass/Fail Outcomes and How to Avoid Re-Test Loops
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RTA Vehicle Renewal & Mulkiya for Used Cars: Who Pays, What’s Required, and What Blocks Renewal
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Chinese Automotive Brand Forthing Hosts Landmark Gala at Palm Jumeirah, Showcases New Models and Announces Ramadan Offers
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Ras Al Khor & Sharjah Used Car Markets: How to Shop Smart, Spot Red Flags, and Compare Deals
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March 16, 2026Top Road Trip Destinations This Eid Break: Best Getaways in the UAE and OmanToyota GR Yaris and GR Corolla Launched in the UAE Starting at AED 167,900
March 12, 2026Toyota GR Yaris and GR Corolla Launched in the UAE Starting at AED 167,9002026 Toyota RAV4 Launched in the UAE – Prices, Specs, Features & Hybrid Details
March 09, 20262026 Toyota RAV4 Launched in the UAE – Prices, Specs, Features & Hybrid DetailsSell Your Car in Dubai/UAE: Pricing, Prep, and Paperwork (so it sells faster and cleaner)
March 08, 2026Sell Your Car in Dubai/UAE: Pricing, Prep, and Paperwork (so it sells faster and cleaner)Compare Cars UAE (Used): A Simple Scorecard to Pick Between Two Listings in One Evening
March 05, 2026Compare Cars UAE (Used): A Simple Scorecard to Pick Between Two Listings in One Evening“Can I Get Vehicle Owner Details by Plate Number in Dubai?” What’s Legal, What Isn’t, and What to Do Instead
March 04, 2026“Can I Get Vehicle Owner Details by Plate Number in Dubai?” What’s Legal, What Isn’t, and What to Do Instead Tasjeel/Shamil Vehicle Testing for Used-Car Buyers: Pass/Fail Outcomes and How to Avoid Re-Test Loops
March 03, 2026Tasjeel/Shamil Vehicle Testing for Used-Car Buyers: Pass/Fail Outcomes and How to Avoid Re-Test LoopsRTA Vehicle Renewal & Mulkiya for Used Cars: Who Pays, What’s Required, and What Blocks Renewal
March 03, 2026RTA Vehicle Renewal & Mulkiya for Used Cars: Who Pays, What’s Required, and What Blocks RenewalChinese Automotive Brand Forthing Hosts Landmark Gala at Palm Jumeirah, Showcases New Models and Announces Ramadan Offers
March 02, 2026Chinese Automotive Brand Forthing Hosts Landmark Gala at Palm Jumeirah, Showcases New Models and Announces Ramadan OffersRas Al Khor & Sharjah Used Car Markets: How to Shop Smart, Spot Red Flags, and Compare Deals
March 02, 2026Ras Al Khor & Sharjah Used Car Markets: How to Shop Smart, Spot Red Flags, and Compare DealsLatest News
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Most Interesting Features of the Nissan Kicks 2024
Arriving in the UAE in late 2017, the Nissan Kicks soon garnered popularity amongst crossover SUV buyers. The Kicks is a subcompact crossover based on the Japanese marque’s V platform and was updated for the 2020 model year.
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Al-Futtaim Unveils The All-New 2022 Honda HR-V In The UAE
The subcompact crossover SUV genre has been on the upswing ever since its invention in the late-1990s. One of the prime examples of this comes in the form of the car in question today, the Honda HR-V.
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Volkswagen launches all new T-Roc SUV in the Middle East
At a small, private event that took place at the brand’s Dubai showroom, Volkswagen pulled the wraps off its newest and smallest entrant into the SUV segment – the T-Roc. Being the first subcompact SUV from the brand, the T-Roc is targeted towards millennials and is fittingly offered in a vast array of hues and customization options.
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Lexus UX Review
The car you see is the Lexus UX, a subcompact crossover SUV that costs 185,000 Dirhams and is built on the same TNGA-C platform as some very popular cars, including the Prius, C-HR, and Corolla.
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Toyota launches all new C HR in the UAE
Al Futtaim Toyota, the official importer/dealer for Toyota vehicles in the UAE, has launched its newest subcompact crossover, the C-HR. Combing a daring design with a coupe-like silhouette and eco-friendly technologies, the C-HR competes against the likes of the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, and Nissan Kicks.
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An overview of the all new 2020 Kia Seltos
The all-new 2020 Kia Seltos is yet another addition to the already burgeoning subcompact crossover SUV segment. Built on the same platform as the new Hyundai Creta and named after the son of Greek god Hercules, the Seltos goes up against its Hyundai cousin and the Nissan Kicks amongst others.
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Kia Soul 2020 vs Honda HR-V 2020 Comparison
Korean auto giant Kia has recently rolled out the all-new, third generation of the Soul subcompact crossover SUV. Based on the same platform as its cousin - the new Hyundai Kona, the 2020 Kia Soul is one of the brand’s best success stories and as with most cars in this category, is primarily aimed at a young (and hip) audience. Then we have the second generation Honda HR-V, all set and willing to take on the Soul.
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What is the length of a Mitsubishi ASX
Inspired by the Concept-cX prototype of the mid 2000s, the Mitsubishi ASX that we know today is debatably the first, fully dedicated subcompact crossover SUV by the Japanese carmaker.
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What is the cost of Ford EcoSport
The Ford EcoSport was one of the marque’s first attempts at a proper, urban subcompact crossover. The first-generation model of the EcoSport was released in the mid-2000s and its production run lasted for nearly a decade.
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Is Hyundai Creta automatic
Based on the same platform as that of the Elantra sedan, the Hyundai Creta is a subcompact crossover SUV. In a market where more and more people are leaning towards these car-based crossovers, it has become almost unfathomable to even consider ‘lesser’ vehicles.
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A passing look at the BMW X1 2019
The BMW X1 was launched as a subcompact crossover SUV (or SAV in BMW speak), to act as a starting point into the brand’s SUV portfolio.
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A brief peek at the Honda City 2019
The first generation of the Honda City was introduced back in 1981 and back then, the subcompact car was actually a hatchback.
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2018 Renault Logan in Egypt
The Renault Logan, also known as the Dacia Logan in some territories, has made a name for itself as an affordable alternative for those looking for a subcompact car.
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A closer look at the Toyota Corolla 2018
In 1966, the Toyota Corolla first entered the auto market as a subcompact car. In 1991, the Japanese automaker opted to transform it into a compact vehicle instead. A few years after its transformation, it became one of the best-selling cars of all time.
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Top Picks
Top 3 Budget Sedans in the UAE
There’s a broad range of sedans with a price tag of under AED 100,000. With such a price range, you can choose a subcompact sedan or a mid-range sedan. Depending on where the sedan comes from, you can even get a luxury sedan for this price range.
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Car Comparisons
Honda City 2017 vs Hyundai Accent 2017 Comparison
Subcompact sedans like the Honda City and Hyundai Accent are two of the most popular vehicles in UAE today. From the humble beginnings of these two world-famous brands, you can see the evolution of each model that they introduce to the market.
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Car Comparisons
2017 Hyundai Accent vs 2017 Kia Rio Comparison
The growing subcompact market has been more competitive than ever before. The Kia Rio and Hyundai Accent offer good quality for those in search of a reasonable price tag and mediocre performance, but one remains better than the other.
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Car Comparisons
Nissan Juke 2017 vs Kia Soul 2017 Comparison
Subcompact SUVs, in recent years, have had a sizeable impact on the Middle East’s car buying segment. Because of the amazing features, agility, and performance that each model provides, offerings such as the Nissan Juke and Kia Soul are not only excellent rivals but strong contenders in their class.
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Car Reviews
Suzuki Baleno 2017 Review
Dating back to 1995, the Baleno is a nameplate that Japanese automaker Suzuki holds dearly and one that holds sentimental value to those hailing from the Asian subcontinent.
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Hyundai vies for millennials with 2018 Kona
Hyundai follows in the footsteps of sister company Kia to offer an all-new subcompact crossover targeted to the millennials.
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