The full tank capacity of most cars in Nigeria was generally within the same range as cars in other parts of the world. The capacity could vary depending on the car’s make, model, and year of manufacture. Typically, small to mid-sized cars had fuel tanks with a capacity of around 40 to 60 litres, while larger vehicles like SUVs and trucks could have tanks with capacities ranging from 60 to 100 litres or more.
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Fuel prices and fueling habits may have changed in Nigeria since the subsidy removal and high price of fuel, The removal of fuel subsidy has led to a sporadic hike in fuel price from N195 per litre to N537. As a result, transport fares and the prices of essential goods and services have skyrocketed throughout the country, burdening Nigerians with far-reaching consequences.
With N9,000 before the subsidy removal can fill some sedan cars but now you have to budget N30,000 for such cars, today we bring before and now prices for Full Tank of Most Cars in Nigeria.
Mercedes Benz G63 – N18,000 naira before – 60,000 naira Now
The cost to fuel up the full tank of a Mercedes Benz G63 in Nigeria was approximately 18,000 naira. However, since then, there has been a significant increase in fuel prices, and now it costs around 60,000 naira to fill up the same vehicle’s tank.
Mercedes Benz GLK 350 – N12,000 naira before – 45,000 naira Now
The cost to fuel up the full tank of a Mercedes Benz GLK 350 in Nigeria was around 12,000 naira. However, it appears that since then, there has been a significant increase in fuel prices, and now it costs approximately 45,000 naira to fill up the same vehicle’s tank.
Range Rover 2020 – N19,500 naira before – 65,000 naira Now
The cost to fuel up the full tank of a Range Rover 2020 model in Nigeria was approximately N19,500 naira. However, it appears that since then, there has been a significant increase in fuel prices, and now it costs around N65,000 naira to fill up the same vehicle’s tank.
Suzuki Every Mini Korope – N7,000 naira before – 22,000 naira Now
The cost to fuel up the full tank of a Suzuki Every Mini Korope in Nigeria was approximately N7,000 naira. However, since then, due to the removal of fuel subsidies, the price has increased significantly, and now it costs around N22,000 naira to fill up the same vehicle’s tank.
Toyota Sienna – N14,000 naira before – 45,000 naira Now
the cost to fuel up the full tank of a Toyota Sienna in Nigeria was approximately N14,000 naira. However, since then, there has been a significant increase in fuel prices, and now it costs around N45,000 naira to fill up the same vehicle’s tank.
Toyota Camry and Toyota Corolla – N9,000 naira before – 31,000 naira Now
the cost to fuel up the full tank of a Toyota Camry or Toyota Corolla in Nigeria was approximately N9,000 naira. However, following the removal of fuel subsidies, the prices have seen a significant increase, and now it costs around N31,000 naira to fill up the tanks of these vehicles.
The removal of fuel subsidies can have wide-ranging effects on car owners, businesses, and the overall economy in Nigeria. Subsidies were typically implemented by the government to stabilize fuel prices and alleviate the financial burden on consumers. Nevertheless, the decision to remove these subsidies might have been taken due to economic considerations or to align fuel prices with global market trends.
Others include
| Car type | Old price | New price |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus RX330 | 13,000 | 43,000 |
| Honda Accord “Evil Spirit” 2008 | 13,000 | 44,000 |
| 2007 Honda civic | 9,000 | 30,000 |
| Kia Rio 2017 | 8,5000 | 28,000 |
| Ford Explorer | 15,000 | 51,000 |
| Acura MDX | 13,000 | 43,000 |
| Coaster bus | 17,000 | 57,000 |
| Lexus Is250 | 12,000 | 40,000 |
| Toyota Tundra | 15,000 | 51,000 |
