Abarth 695 2026 Price in UAE

The 2026 Abarth 695 is the performance flagship of the Abarth small-car range — a two-door, four-seat hot hatch that trades on Italian motorsport heritage and makes no apology for being an enthusiast's choice over a practical daily. Prices start from AED 191,300 for the Rivale (Hard-Top) and rise to AED 228,900 for the Rivale (Convertible).

Both trims share the same turbocharged 1.4 L engine producing 180 BHP, paired with an Automatic gearbox. The Rivale (Hard-Top) is the hard-top entry point — still generously equipped and the sharper-looking of the two. The Rivale (Convertible) adds a folding roof for open-air driving, which is the defining reason most buyers stretch to it in the UAE climate. Fuel efficiency comes in at 10 Km/L on a mixed cycle — not a priority at this power level, but acceptable for a turbocharged performance car of this size. Seating is for 4, with the rear being best suited for short trips.

Pros: the 695 is one of very few cars at this price that delivers a genuine motorsport-derived driving character — sharp steering, a popping exhaust note, and an identity that no mainstream hatchback can replicate. The Rivale series styling is among the most distinctive in the segment. Cons: rear legroom is tight even for a four-seater in this class, making it a two-adults-in-practice car. The cabin technology and infotainment lag behind mass-market rivals like the Mini Cooper at a similar price. Running costs — tyres, servicing, insurance — reflect the performance positioning rather than the compact footprint.

No structured residual value data is available for the Abarth 695 in the UAE market. As a low-volume, niche performance model, resale is driven largely by condition, mileage, and the availability of service history — well-kept examples with documented Abarth service records tend to hold their value better than the broader segment average.

Buyers considering the Abarth 695 also look at the Mini Cooper, Volkswagen Polo, and Hyundai i20 — all compact, stylish cars in an overlapping price bracket. The 695 wins on driving drama and exclusivity; the Mini Cooper is the closest rival in character but offers more infotainment polish; the Polo and i20 are more practical and cost-effective daily choices for buyers who prioritise utility over performance personality.