Top Cars That Are Cheaper And Better To Buy In Nigeria Than The Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla is fast becoming a popular car in Nigeria but only a few people know that there are better alternatives. Many Nigerians currently think that only Toyota Corolla models are the best and cheapest cars due to reasons that are actually quite justifiable. These Corolla sedan models are popularly called the “Uber Corolla” since a lot of Nigerians use them as a taxi because of their amazing fuel economy and durability.

Cheaper Cars Than The Toyota Corolla

To begin with, one cannot deny that the Toyota Corolla is highly desirable in Nigeria because it is very easy to maintain, easy to buy, easy to fuel, easy to drive, easy to use and very easy to fuel. A Toyota Corolla in Nigeria can cost anything between N1.5 million to N7.8 million. Everything about it just makes owning a car very pleasant. It also has a very high resale value and you can resell a Toyota Corolla for double the price you bought it years back.

HONDA CIVIC:

What makes owning a Honda Civic special over the Toyota Corolla is that you get to buy a cheaper and newer car compared to the Corolla. The Honda Civic is a great car to buy because it offers more features, a better look and a more economical 4 cylinder engine. The Honda Civic also has that digital speed gauge that makes you get the feel of being advanced from the level of Toyota Corolla drivers in Nigeria. A Honda Civic can cost anything between N1.1 million to N3.5 million.

KIA RIO:

The Kia Rio is one of the cars that actually sold so much as brand-new in Nigeria as opposed to how Nigerians mostly buy Tokunbo cars. This car was reigning between 2005 and 2009 as the official car of many companies in Nigeria. Now, you can still buy a Tokunbo for a and enjoy either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-Speed automatic transmission paired to be the best fuel economy ever. The Kia Rio is that one car you can buy to keep you in an executive space on people’s minds. The car says a lot for its owner. It just looks calm and collected and is a really nice car. A Kia Rio can cost anything between N1.6 million to N4.7 million.

NISSAN ALTIMA:

This car is somewhat a hero that has been forgotten for no good reason. The Nissan Altima is a car that comes in either a 2.5 litre or a 3.5-litre V6 engine and this car had a good reign in Nigeria from 2006 to 2010. This was the car that popular Nigerian rapper, Dagrin bought when he came to the limelight back in 2010. The Nissan Altima is also a spec for sporty car lovers and the V6 engine has always been known to be quick enough for fast car lovers. The Nissan Altima today has lost its market value due to reliability issues which boils down to bad mechanics just like the case of the Volkswagen Jetta. You can buy a foreign used Nissan Altima and enjoy the Nissan engineering and design. This car is way cheaper than the Corolla and has a better interior design, setup, and durability. In terms of size, it is bigger and has a more balanced out ride than the Corolla. A Nissan Altima can cost anything between N2.9 million to N6 million.

VOLKSWAGEN JETTA:

The Volkswagen Jetta between the years 2005 and 2009 model year is a perfect choice to buy instead of the Corolla if you want to easily stand out in the affordable compact car category. The Volkswagen Jetta model looks newer and finer than the Corolla, but it also drives better. This car comes in three engine classes including; a 1.8-litre Turbo, 2.0-litre turbo and a 2.5-litre engine. No matter the engine option you choose, you are always guaranteed the speed and performance of a luxury car. Also, it saves fuel just like the Toyota Corolla. Nobody can ever regret buying the Jetta in Nigeria except you do not have a good automotive technician and wiring technician to help you keep a proper maintenance schedule for your car. This car easily runs into problems that need expert mechanics to fix. If you take it for a bad fix, then you just might hate your Jetta car for life. A Volkswagen Jetta can cost anything from N1 million to N5.6 million.

HYUNDAI ACCENT:

The Hyundai Accent is a compact car that beats the Toyota Corolla hands down when it comes to fuel economy and other features. The Hyundai Accent is a car to buy instead of the Toyota Corolla if you want a really compact car that could be tagged portable. This Hyundai Accent is very small and it is one of the best-starter cars out there on the market today. A Hyundai Accent can cost anything from N1.3 million to N3.6 million.

TOYOTA YARIS:

The Toyota Yaris is a slightly smaller car than the Corolla, but it looks way better than the Corolla when it comes to body lines and just overall exterior appearance. The Toyota Yaris is also much cheaper than the Corolla, so it is advisable to buy it. Based on driving dynamics, the Yaris is very similar to the Corolla. A Toyota Yaris can cost anything between N1.3 million to N4.8 million.

TOYOTA MATRIX:

The Toyota Matrix is actually a Toyota Corolla Matrix, which is something most people do not know. The Matrix is a functional Corolla because it has a hatchback design which makes it have 5 doors and a big space offering in the trunk. You can also collapse all seats except the driver’s seat to create so much space in the Toyota Matrix for Cargo. It is one of the top 5 best cars for small business owners in Nigeria that is used to move their goods and properties from one place to another. A Toyota Matrix can cost anything from N1.6 million to N4.6 million.