Best Pickup Trucks in UAE – Prices & Best-Selling Models

Abu Dhabi: The pickup trucks have earned a special place in the UAE’s automotive industry. They have been around for as long as cars, serving both commercial and personal needs. Over the years, their popularity has grown, which is visible by the increasing sales numbers every year. Pickups find applications in construction, logistics and taking on demanding applications across harsh desert terrain and urban conditions. 

Typically, in the pickup segment, the diesel-powered ones dominate for their obvious advantages, but slowly, some electric and hybrid options are gaining traction among buyers.

What UAE pickup buyers really look for is higher payload capacity, durability, and multipurpose use, be it cargo carrying, supporting businesses, or as lifestyle vehicles for outdoor adventures. In recent years, pickup trucks in the UAE have no longer been used just for commercial or work purposes; they are finding applications in lifestyle use like weekend desert runs and family getaways. 

With rapidly changing technologies and more and more digital features, pickups have become far more practical and modern. If you’re looking for a suitable pickup in the market right now, we can help you with the best ones.

Top Selling Models

Unlike in the past, today, the market seems to have matured a lot, which means there is a mix of everything in the pickup segment. Such as pickups combining performance, style, and value from all the globally well-known brands. Right from highly demanding applications, strong off-road abilities to soft and regular refined everyday use, there’s a pickup for every kind of driver. 

The pickup truck market in the UAE is dominated by proven names, including Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Ford F-150 and GMC Sierra LD, and the newly arrived KIA Tasman, which are among the most familiar names in the segment that buyers have turned to.

There are approximately 30 pickup car models available for sale, with the lowest-priced model being the GWM Wingle 5 2025, priced at AED 4,9900, and the most expensive one being the GMC Hummer EV Pickup 2025, which retails at AED 529,100. What these numbers reveal is that you get to pick from ultra-budget to ultra-luxury. That's a choice, but the vast majority of pickup buyers in the UAE aren't shopping at either extreme. They're looking at the middle, some of the proven trucks that do what they promise without drama and are also affordable.

Toyota Hilux

This is right at the top, and for some pretty clear reasons. It is actually the gold standard of pickup, a real benchmark. In other words, this Toyota pickup model is the standard against which all other pickups are measured in the Middle East.

Toyota Hilux is priced from AED 115,900 to 155,900. It is packed with a highly reliable and proven 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine, which produces 235 hp of power and 375 Nm of torque. That doesn't sound like much compared to American V8S, but it's exactly right for UAE conditions. Reliable, exceptionally efficient and trusted for decades.

The cabin is straightforward, but durable, nothing fancy, rather everything placed where it should be. The air conditioning works, and the steering is direct. The suspension handles Dubai's roads without complaint.

The real advantage of the Hilux is its resale value. When you want to sell, there's a premium it commands as buyers are always looking for one. Everyone knows this truck, known for its key characteristics of performance, and everyone trusts it. That matters when you're thinking three to five years ahead.

It is not just affordable to buy but also much more economical to run, with greater mileage and cheaper maintenance costs. That is what makes it a leader, not just today but for many years now, without any serious threat to its leadership.

Isuzu D-Max

Another top-selling pickup in the UAE, which is also a globally recognised vehicle with Japanese heritage. Known as a workhorse, this is quite an affordable option in the market that makes it popular among serious buyers who want a truck that is reliable and trusted. The D-Max has everything that works. If you actually work with your truck, the D-Max deserves consideration.

Priced between AED 110,800 to AED 131,900, the D-Max is purpose-built for commercial use. The cabin is durable, easy to operate without any unnecessary complications. That simplicity is actually an advantage when you're using it hard.

For businesses looking for a budget-friendly and versatile fleet solution, the Isuzu D-Max can be the go-to choice with impressive payload capacity and robust build quality. The price is reasonable, the fuel economy is good, and maintenance is affordable. For small businesses or contractors, this is the truck that makes financial sense. This may not be as refined as the Ranger or Tasman, but it is built for work, not comfort.

Ford Ranger

In the midst of Japanese options, the Ford Ranger is an American truck that sits at the middle ground between practical and powerful.

Priced from AED 139,000 - 195,500, the Ranger has been around forever in various forms. It's proven and reliable. After basic exploring, you know exactly what you're getting. The driving feel is more refined than the Hilux. The cabin is more modern, and yet it's still a working truck.

The Ranger comes in multiple engine options, depending on trim. There is a 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel that is common and efficient; you also get petrol options. The towing capacity is excellent, with a higher payload and a strong and sizable cargo deck. The service network for Ford in the UAE is extensive. Parts are available. Repairs are straightforward. If something goes wrong, you're not stuck waiting.

RAM 1500

If you’re looking for a more comfortable pickup for daily driving with true ruck capability. Then you get the more premium option, the Ram 1500 Classic is priced from AED 149,900 - 179,900 and features a 5.7-litre engine. The Ram 1500 TRX is priced from AED 359,900 - 419,900 with a 6.2-litre supercharged V8 engine.

The RAM 1500 is an American luxury pickup, and so the cabin is genuinely comfortable. The suspension is superbly tuned to take on all bumps. The steering is responsive and fun to drive. You get to choose from multiple engine options available, right from practical diesel to powerful V8s. The higher trims are loaded with tech and comfort features that rival premium SUVs, and not at a very expensive price.  However, you can understand it won’t be the most fuel-efficient option, as maintenance would be high, but it is known for refinement and capability, which defines its price. 

GWM Wingle 5

If you’re looking for something basic with a tight budget but also a pickup that can serve your needs, then you get the GWM Wingle 5 2025, priced at AED 4,9990. That is an extremely competitive price, feels unreal, but it is real. Most affordable ultra-budget Chinese trucks. And, they are just fine for your basic needs, and work great. However, the price won’t fetch you any premium engineering, or great features or long-term reliability expectations. They're practical for basic jobs and budget-conscious buyers.

Kia Tasman

Kia just entered the pickup market with something genuinely interesting. The KIA Tasman 2025 has a starting price of AED 120,490 in the UAE, with the base LX starting at around AED 120,000 and the fully-equipped X-Pro priced at AED 180,400.

The Tasman is Kia's first pickup truck ever. The moment you look at this brand new pickup, you get the impression of bold design, modern appearance and something new that hasn't been seen before. And, that is what makes it stand out.

The Kia Tasman is available in five trims: LX, EX, EX-Top, X-Line, and X-Pro, with two engine options: a 2.5L turbo-petrol engine and a 2.2L turbo-diesel engine.

What makes it competitive is its features. The Tasman is equipped with a unique dashboard design featuring a triple-connected display for the infotainment, speedometer, and AC controls, leather upholstery, steering-mounted controls, voice command, electric sunroof, ambient lights, and a Harman-Kardon music system.

This is a pickup with actual luxury touches, for people who use the truck as a lifestyle vehicle, not just a work tool, that matters.

The Tasman features level 2 ADAS safety, a 360-degree camera, and four driving modes with traction control like Desert, Mud, Snow, and Rock. The off-road capability is genuine. Not just marketing speak. Real suspension engineering. Real traction management. If you actually take it into the desert, this truck is built for it.

PICKUP TRUCK PRICE & SPEC COMPARISON

Model	Price Range (AED)	Engine	Power	Best For
GWM Wingle 5	4,990	Basic petrol	Entry-level	Ultra-budget buyers
Isuzu D-Max	110,800-131,900	2.8L Diesel	150 hp	Commercial use, fleets
Toyota Hilux	115,900-155,900	2.8L Diesel	235 hp	Reliability, resale
Kia Tasman	118,290-204,400	2.5L Petrol / 2.2L Diesel	281 hp / 210 hp	Modern features, lifestyle
Ford Ranger	139,000-195,500	2.0L Diesel / Petrol	170+ hp	Balanced capability
RAM 1500 Classic	149,900-179,900	5.7L V8	385 hp	Comfort, luxury feel
Ford F-150	183,500-297,045	Multiple options	300-450 hp	Heavy-duty work
GMC Sierra LD	167,400-303,900	Multiple engines	310-420 hp	Premium comfort
RAM 1500 TRX	359,900-419,900	6.2L Supercharged V8	540 hp	Performance, adventure
GMC Hummer EV	5,29,100	Electric	High torque	Ultra-luxury, tech

Conclusion

The pickup truck market in the UAE has never been better, as seen through the variety of choices. A buyer in the market has a lot to explore, and each pickup comes with some real personality and characteristics. The Hilux stands for proven reliability, Ford and RAM are impressive in capabilities, and Tasman comes across as innovative and a disruptor. So choose between budget, luxury and practicality options that match your actual needs. We tried to provide you with a basic overview of the pickup truck market in the UAE, with top choices across budgets. Now it's time to head to the brand’s outlet to check them out in real life with a test drive, and that will make it easy to pick the right one.