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With petrol and diesel prices continuing to rise in April, the fuel-efficiency of vehicles has come into sharp focus.
Diesel now costs more than Dh4 a litre while the cost of petrol has risen by 16 per cent this month, with Super now Dh3.74, according to the latest prices set by the government.
The National takes a look at what are widely considered to be the five most fuel-efficient vehicles on the road in the UAE.
Suzuki Dzire
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Cost-conscious motorists love driving the Suzuki Dzire because of how much value it offers.
The Japanese car gives drivers 24.12 kilometres per litre (km/l) and purchasing a brand new one will set you back in the region of Dh36,900.
Suzuki Swift
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In second place is another Suzuki, the Swift, which gives 23.75km/l, according to Drive Ninja, a comparison site in the UAE. This makes it an attractive choice for those trying to squeeze as much value as possible from their fuel spending.
The price of a brand new model starts at slightly under Dh49,000.
Suzuki Baleno
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Fuel-conscious motorists could also do a lot worse than taking a look at the Suzuki Baleno, which offers 22.35km/l.
To purchase a new Baleno, you should expect to pay in the region of Dh45,900.
Toyota Yaris
Breaking Suzuki’s stranglehold on this list is the Toyota Yaris, which gives motorists 22km/l.
To buy one brand new will cost slightly under Dh60,000.
Toyota Raize
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The Toyota Raize is another popular car with car owners conscious about what they spend at the pump as it offers around 19km/l.
Be prepared to pay about Dh57,000 for a brand new model.