AED 64,900
Toyota Yaris vs MG GT
AED 56,650
MG GT
Our verdict
The MG GT is the better buy for most UAE shoppers. The base 1.5L costs AED 56,650 against AED 64,900 for the Yaris, and it comes with a published 6-year/200,000 km transferable warranty, six airbags, a bigger touchscreen and a claimed 5.5 L/100 km. It is also longer and faster, at 11.5 s to 100 km/h against the Yaris's 14 s. Turbo trims are quicker still. The trade-offs are a firm ride, a tight rear seat, hard plastics, a smaller 401 L boot (the Yaris has 475 L) and unproven reliability and resale. Prices also differ between portals, so confirm yours. The Yaris suits buyers who want a simple Toyota and don't mind the gaps: its listing is MY2023 dealer stock and publishes no warranty, airbag or fuel data. Confirm those details before you sign.
Key specs
| Spec | Toyota Yaris | MG GT |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | AED 64,900 | AED 56,650 |
| Body type | Sedan · Subcompact sedan | Sedan · Compact sport sedan |
| Dimensions | Not disclosed | 4,675 × 1,842 × 1,480 mm · 2,680 mm wheelbase |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Powertrain | 1.5L petrol | 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol, CVT (1.5T DCT in higher trims) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Cargo space | 475 L | 401 L |
| Max power | 105 hp | 109 hp |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 14 s | 11.5 s |
| Top speed | 175 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Combined range | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| EV-only range | n/a | n/a |
| Consumption | Not disclosed | 5.5 L/100 km (18.2 km/L) for the base 1.5L; cycle not stated. The turbo is listed at about 5.8–5.9 L/100 km. |
| Charging | n/a | n/a |
| Airbags | Not disclosed | 6 |
| Driver assistance | The page describes a smart safety system that alerts the driver with sights and sounds so they can steer or brake quickly. It lists no specific features or ratings. | Base trim lists ABS, ESP, hill-hold, cruise control and rear parking sensors. Higher trims add forward collision warning, lane departure warning, a 360° camera and tyre-pressure monitoring. MG UAE also cites adaptive cruise control and emergency lane keep assist for upper trims. No independent crash-test rating found. |
| Safety index | Not disclosed | 6.5/10 |
| Warranty | Not disclosed | 6 years / 200,000 km (whichever comes first) across the Middle East. Parts are warrantied for 12 months / 20,000 km, and the warranty is stated to transfer to new owners. |
| Screens | 8-inch display audio with Apple CarPlay | Floating central touchscreen listed at 10.1–10.25 inches with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. One source lists 8 inches on the base trim. Digital instrument cluster (12.3-inch quoted by owners). Sources disagree on base-trim screen size. |
| Speakers | 4 | Not disclosed |
| Comfort highlights | The page describes a high-quality interior with a slim instrument panel and sculpted door trim. Standard equipment includes automatic door mirrors and rear parking sensors. | Sporty bucket-style front seats, automatic climate control and a rear AC that owners say cools fast in UAE heat. Keyless entry and push-button start are fitted. Reviewers note a firm ride on rough surfaces and a rear seat that is cramped by the sloping roofline. |
| MotorClash rating | Not disclosed | ★ 3.5 / 5 |
| Summary | Not disclosed | Reviewers and owners praise the fastback styling, generous equipment for the price, low fuel use and the long 6-year warranty. They criticise the slow base 1.5L (about 11.5 s to 100 km/h), hard cabin plastics, a firm ride, tight rear headroom and unproven long-term reliability. |
Specs and prices change often; confirm with the dealer before buying.