What type of engine will you be choosing in Luxembourg in 2026?

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Choose the motorising your car in Luxembourg has become more complex than ever. Between electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid (PHEV), petrol and diesel cars, There are an increasing number of options for very different uses.

To help you make the right choice, we have analysed a study published by the Automobile Club du Luxembourg (ACL) in January this year. It compares entry-level models from the 15 best-selling car brands in Luxembourg in 2024*all engines combined.

For each category, only the base price of the entry-level model (excluding options and government grants) has been selected.

Key figures from the study

• 15 car brands analysed
• 5 engines compared
• ≈ 19 000 € median price of a petrol car
• ≈ 29 000 € median price of an electric car

1. Car electric in Luxembourg: a range of services now available

First lesson from the study: all the brands in the top 15 now offer at least one 100 % electric model. This confirms the growing maturity of the electric car in Luxembourg.

Prices vary greatly depending on the segment:

• less than €15,000 for an electric city car
• more than €80,000 for a Electric SUV premium

Average range of electric cars

The average range of entry-level models reaches approximately 408 km WLTP, with :

• 225 km minimum
• 644 km maximum

The average price/range ratio is around 91 €/km, But some models offer much better value for money.

💡 Good to know
In Luxembourg, some electric cars remain eligible for the €6,000 government bonus. This aid can, for example, reduce the price of a Renault 5 electric under €20,000 depending on the configuration.

Comparison of entry-level electric cars in Luxembourg

Guide prices excluding options and state aid - Source ACL (Nov-Dec 2025 data).

2. Hybrid non-rechargeable (HEV): a transition to electric vehicles

The HEV hybrid car combines a combustion engine and an electric motor that recharges automatically during braking and deceleration.

This technology is particularly suitable for :

• to the city driving
• at suburban journeys
• drivers who do not wish to recharge their vehicle

In this comparison, only six brands offer an entry-level HEV model.

HEV hybrid car prices

• Minimum price: €22,000
• Maximum price: €34,000
• Median price: €23,800

⚠️ Point of attention
Maintaining a hybrid car can be a daunting task. more expensive than a petrol engine or an electric motor, because of the dual technology.

Entry-level HEV hybrid models

3. Hybrid rechargeable (PHEV): maximum versatility

The Plug-in hybrid car (PHEV) allows you to drive :

• in electric mode for 40 to 80 km
• with a combustion engine for long journeys

This solution is ideal for :

• the short commutes
• the weekends or long journeys

Plug-in hybrid prices in Luxembourg

• Median price: €48,435
• Entry-level: ~€36,000

In the study, 13 out of 15 brands offer a PHEV model.

Only Tesla and Dacia are not selling plug-in hybrids.

Comparison of PHEVs in Luxembourg

4. Car petrol still the most affordable engine

In 2026, petrol cars are still the cheapest engines to buy in Luxembourg.

Average price of petrol cars

• Median price: ~€19,790
• over €10,000 cheaper than electric

Only two brands in the top 15 have abandoned this engine:

• Tesla
• Volvo

Petrol city cars remain popular for :

• their affordable price
• their reduced maintenance costs
• their ease of use

Entry-level petrol models

5. Diesel in Luxembourg: an engine for heavy-duty drivers

The diesel continues to fall on the Luxembourg automotive market.

In this comparison :

• Only 7 brands still offer an entry-level diesel
• Median difference of €17,000 between petrol and diesel
• median price: ~ €36,840

This is because the majority of diesel models today are :

• of SUV
• of family saloons
• of utilities

Despite this setback, diesel remains attractive for :

• the high achievers
• the frequent motorway journeys
• those who are looking for great autonomy

Diesel models available

What type of engine will you be choosing in Luxembourg in 2026?

The The best choice depends on your actual use annual mileage, budget and type of journeys.

⚡ Electric

Ideal for short to medium daily journeys. Low maintenance and government grants available.

🔋 Hybrid HEV

Perfect for city without recharging. Happy transition to electric.

🔌 Plug-in hybrid

Versatile but more expensive to buy.

⛽ Petrol

The the most economical solution and the easiest for small budgets.

🛣️ Diesel

Relevant for heavy drivers and long journeys.

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*The comparison focused on the fifteen brands that sold the most new cars between 1 January 2024 and 31 December 2024 (according to the SNCA) in Luxembourg. Between November and December 2025, ACL consulted the prices posted on their Luxembourg websites. For each engine, ACL selected the cheapest model from each brand, based solely on the base price, with no options, promotions or special offers. State aid has not been taken into account.