Carmart.Africa Recommends Top 5 Cars for Civil Servants in Nigeria

It’s obvious we are all aware of what has become of Nigerian civil servants. About the newly approved N70,000 minimum wage. A lot of people are afraid to approach car dealers. I mean, “Who would think of buying a car while receiving that amount?”. They are quite certain that buying a new car would most certainly impact heavily on their bank accounts. Nevertheless, there are cars out there that you can buy and still have enough money for car maintenance and insurance.

And to think that there are a lot of affordable, quality cars in Nigeria, you are probably not looking for the cheapest cars, which may end up increasing your maintenance costs in the long run. What you need is a car that is high-quality, pocket-friendly, and cost-efficient. But don’t worry, we got you covered at Carmart.Africa. We’ll be giving you a list of the top 5 reliable cars you can boast of as a civil servant in Nigeria.

1. Toyota Camry

Regarded as one of the most popular cars in Nigeria, and also nicknamed the “king of cheap cars”. Toyota Camry has been one of the best-selling compact cars in Nigeria.  This car is known for its comfy cabin, big boot, spacious interior, and safety features making it a perfect car for everyone with a budget. The Toyota Camry claims a very strong & durable engine, tyres, and brakes.

 This small but mighty car can perform smoothly on both tarred and bumpy roads without any problem, the kind of car suitable for Nigerian roads. It will suit the needs of any driver. To top it all, the Toyota Camry Series is one of the easiest cars to maintain in Nigeria. You can be the owner of a perfectly working Toyota Camry for less than three million Naira.

Toyota Camry for sale

2. Mercedes Benz C200

Looking for another fairly cheap car in Nigeria. This Mercedes Benz model has a design and unique functions that you are sure to love and at a cheaper rate. The Mercedes Benz has already proclaimed itself as the King of automobiles worldwide. Their vehicles are extremely durable and can not be destroyed. Mercedes-Benz cars are also known for their luxurious and exquisite looks.

Although most people believe that there is no cheap Benz in Nigeria. But trust me, If you are looking for an affordable car in Nigeria, we would suggest you option for the Mercedes Benz C200. And you can get the least for as low as 2.5 million naira.

Mercedes Benz C200 for sale

3. Volkswagen Golf Series 

The Volkswagen Golf Series might perhaps be the cheapest car model in Nigeria. Despite the cheapness, it happens to be a durable model capable of going long distances and overcoming any form of wear and tear. To cut it short, the Volkswagen Golf series is very durable and very easy to maintain. Making the model highly popular in Nigeria in the late 90s. You can get the least  Volkswagen Golf 3, between ₦400,000 and ₦2,500,000.

Volkswagen Golf  for sale

4. Toyota Corolla

Obviously, you might have been looking for cheap and the same time, durable cars in Nigeria, search no more. The Toyota Corolla, the twin brother of the Toyota Camry also made this list. It is one of the best compact cars for wheelchair users, and also for full-time housewives. 

This car model is respected and known for its durability, strength and affordability. It is very difficult to find a Toyota Corolla lying in a car mechanic workshop. It hardly breaks down, develops engine failure, oil leaks, or brake troubles. It is close to perfect. If you are lucky, you can purchase a Tokunbo Toyota Corolla (2001 to 2019) model in perfect working condition for between ₦1,000,000 and N2,800,000.

Toyota Corolla For sale

5. Honda Accord

There won’t be a complete list of the cheapest cars in Nigeria without a Honda Accord in the list. Over 150,000 Honda Accord cars are imported every year, and most of them are sold within the space of six months. This makes this supercar rank as one of the most highly purchased cars in Nigeria.

The Honda Accord is not just cheap. It is also easy to drive, has good fuel economy, is compact, and easy to maintain.  And you can get Honda Accord from 2004 to 2009, between N830,000 and N4,000,000.

Honda Accord For sale

All prices shown on the list given above are prone to frequent changes and only estimates were disclosed. These estimates are not necessarily based on their brand-new state but rather include fairly used or locally used cars. Of which you can get them on Carmart.Africa website.