Engine Capacity Rating
1.2 L
Fuel Economy Rating
16 Km/L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
82 BHP
transmission
Manual
Number Of Seats
5 seater
Engine Assembly
1.2 L
Odometer Mileage
16 Km/L
Fuel Type Category
Petrol
Engine Power Output
82 BHP
transmission
Manual
Number Of Seats
5 seater
Engine Torque Output
113 Nm
Engine Displacement Size
1197 cc
Engine Capacity Rating
1.2 L
Valves Per Cylinder Count
4
Acceleration Performance
13.2 sec
Drivetrain Type
Front Wheel Drive
cylinders
4
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The Suzuki Dzire is a compact sedan aimed squarely at value-conscious buyers who need a practical five-seat car with low running costs and an accessible price tag. It competes in one of the most hotly contested segments in the UAE — the budget entry-sedan class — and holds its own through genuine fuel efficiency and a trim, easy-to-park footprint. Prices for the 2026 Dzire start from AED 49,900.
Power comes from a 1.2 L petrol engine producing 82 BHP, paired with a Automatic gearbox — a combination that keeps the Dzire light on fuel, achieving 16 Km/L on a mixed cycle, which is genuinely competitive for the class. The entry 1.2L GL+ trim covers the essentials: air conditioning, power windows, and a basic audio setup. Stepping up to the 1.2L GLX — priced from AED 55,900 — adds a touchscreen infotainment system, rear parking sensors, and a more complete safety package, making it the trim most buyers should target.
Pros: the Dzire's fuel economy is one of the strongest in its segment, making it an attractive choice for high-mileage city commuters and fleet operators. It seats 5 in reasonable comfort for a car of its size, and the boot is genuinely generous relative to the overall footprint. Cons: the 82 BHP output is modest — highway overtaking requires planning, and the manual gearbox may feel dated against automatic rivals in this bracket. Cabin plastics and infotainment quality are basic even by entry-sedan standards, and the manual-only transmission is a limitation for buyers wanting an automatic option in the UAE market.
No residual value data is available for the Dzire in the UAE at this time. As a budget-oriented entry sedan, resale will be heavily influenced by mileage and condition; buyers should factor in the strong new-car value proposition when assessing total ownership cost.
Buyers cross-shopping the Dzire typically also consider the Hyundai Accent, Toyota Yaris, and Nissan Sentra — all similarly priced entry sedans in the UAE market. The Accent and Yaris both offer automatic transmission options and slightly more polished cabins, but the Dzire undercuts them on price and edges ahead on fuel efficiency, making it the stronger case for pure economy-focused buyers.