The automobile industry plays an important part in the economic activities of all countries. Moreover, it’s also appreciated as the essential sector of the global economy. Generally, industrial countries are able to apply their accessible resources and advanced technology to manufacture vehicles. That enables these countries to create much more jobs, enhance the quality of life and drive the country’s economy forward.
Nigeria can't afford being left behind in the global pursuit of industrial enterprise and economic relevance. The country has set up numerous native automotive assembly and manufacture plants. Moreover, the government has adopted favourable laws along with tax policies to encourage the national auto industry to develop.
In 2013, the Nigerian government launched a new automobile policy which discouraged the import of entirely assembled vehicles. As the result, car manufacturers have seized the chance to launch more locally designed and assembled vehicles. Naijauto would like to bring you top five made-in-Nigeria cars you can take into consideration as follows:
1. IVM 6490 A
Innoson is the first wholly indigenous automobile company in Nigeria under the control of the international companies. In the fourth quarter of 2014, the corporation introduced its first made-in-Nigeria vehicle, IVM 649 A, featuring state of art design and facilities. You would never think that it is the car produced in Nigeria at first glance.
Made-in-Nigeria IVM 6490 A
IVM 649 A important specs in Nigeria
| Overal | |
|---|---|
| Name | IVM 649 A |
| Body type | SUV |
| Price | N1.4million - N3.5million |
| Maintenance Parameters | |
| Wheel Base | 3025 |
| Seat Number | 5 - 7 |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Max Power | 76/4200 ῀ 4600 (km/rpm) |
| Tank | 70 litres |
2. Kia Rio, Cerato and Optima
In October 2014, the auto manufacturer in Nigeria named Kia Motors Nigeria revealed its first made-in Nigeria cars, the Kia Rio, Cerato and Optima at the Eagle’s Square auto fare show in Abuja. That proofs the Nigerian government meet their commitment to the growth of the domestic auto industry in order to develop the national economy.
The Kia Optima cars come with a sleek and ultra-modern design, aggressive front fascia and dynamic sculpted backside. Besides, the talent compact Kia Rio is equipped intuitive centre fascia and supervision cluster with trip computer. What’s more, the new Cerato features the dynamism, style and performance putting your mood in the fast lane.
Kia Rio is equipped intuitive centre fascia and supervision cluster with trip computer
Nigerian Kia Rio important specs
| Overal | |
|---|---|
| Name | Kia Rio |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Price | ₦2.601 million |
| Maintenance Parameters | |
| Wheel Base | 2570 |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1,396 cc |
| Max. Power | 107 ps (79 kw) @ 6,300rpm |
| Max. Torque | 13.8 kg.m (135 N.m) @ 4,200rpm |
| EBD / ABS | Yes |
| 6-airbag System | Yes |
| Back warning system | Yes |
| Auto defog system | Yes |
The Kia Optima cars come with a sleek and ultra-modern design
Nigerian Kia Optima important specs
| Overal | |
|---|---|
| Name | Kia Optima |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Price | ₦5.085 million |
| Maintenance Parameters | |
| Wheel Base | 2570 |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1,396 cc |
| Max. Power | 107 ps (79 kW) @ 6,300rpm |
| Max. Torque | 13.8 kg.m (135 N.m) @ 4,200rpm |
| EBD / ABS | Yes |
| 6-airbag System | Yes |
| Back warning system | Yes |
| Auto defog system | Yes |
The new Cerato features the dynamism, style and performance putting your mood in the fast lane
Kia Cerato important specs in Nigeria
| Overal | |
|---|---|
| Name | Kia Cerato |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Price | ₦4.095 million |
| Maintenance Parameters | |
| Wheel Base | 2700 |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Max. Power | 161 ps @ 6,500 rpm |
| Max. Torque | 19.8 kg·m @ 4,800 rpm |
| ECS | Yes |
| 6-airbag System | Yes |
| Front and Rear Parking Assist System | Yes |
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3. Hyundai Grand i10
The Stallion Group has announced that their made-in-Nigeria Hyundai car had officially gone on sale in the country with the price of from N1.5 million to N1.9 million.
Sunil Vaswani, Stallion Group Chairman said the car, which was assembled at the plant of Hyundai Motor in Lagos had affordable prices. That would stop the importation of automobile in Nigeria.
The Hyundai passenger vehicle with the price ranging from N1.5 million and N1.9 million are:
- Hyundai Grand
- Hyundai I10
- Hyundai Accent
- Hyundai IX35
- Hyundai Elantra
The truck and bus cars are also supplied to the Nigeria market now. They include:
- Three-ton HD65
- Seven-ton HD 120
- Ten-ton HD160
- Five-ton HD78
- 30-seater Stallion County bus
- 28+1 seater Hyundai County bus
The Hyundai passenger vehicle has the price ranging from NGN1.5 million and NGN1.9
Tokunbo Aromolaran, Managing Director of Hyundai Motors Nigeria stated that the Hyundai cars met ISO/TS 16949, the highest global automotive operating standard. Moreover, Stallion Motors dealers located in Lagos, Asaba, Warri, Abakaliki and Anambra would provide various options of cars whose price below N2 million to Nigerians.
Huyundai Grand I10 important specs in Nigeria
| Overal | |
|---|---|
| Name | Hyundai Grand I10 |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Price | N1.5million - N1.9million |
| Maintenance Parameters | |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Blue interior illumination | Yes |
| Keyless entry | Yes |
| Rear and front power windows | Yes |
| Litre iRDE2 engine | Yes |
| Chrome package | Yes |
4. Peugeot 301
Peugeot is also one of the automobile manufacturer producing vehicles domestically, the Peugeot 301. Its plant is located in Kaduna, Nigeria. The launch of the Peugeot 301 in its factory has consolidated Nigeria's position as one of Africa's largest industrial economies. That proves that the government has performed their automobile policy well, which enables the auto industry to develop continuously.
The launch of the Peugeot 301 at its factory has consolidated Nigeria's position as one of Africa's largest industrial economies
Peugeot 301 important specs in Nigeria
| Overal | |
|---|---|
| Name | Peugeot 301 |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Price | N3million – N 3.5million |
| Maintenance Parameters | |
| Seat Number | 5 |
| Fuel Tank | 50ltr |
| Horse Power | 115 |
| Torque | 150/4000 |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| ABS | Present |
| Dual Front Airbags | Yes |
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5. Nissan Almera
Nissan also is the auto manufacturer benefiting from the government‘s centralized automotive policies. The firm made its Nissan Almera in Nigeria in 2015 and launched to the market in April that year. The sedan features an outstanding exterior design that differentiates itself from other vehicles in its class.
The first made-in-Nigeria Nissan Almera cars were produced in 2011
Nissan Almera important specs in Nigeria
| Overal | |
|---|---|
| Name | Nissan Almera |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Price | N2million – N3.5million |
| Transmission type | Four-speed automatic |
| Maintenance Parameters | |
| Wheel Base | 2570 |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Dual SRS Airbags | Yes |
| Back Sensor | Yes |
| ABS | Yes |
| EBD | Yes |
| Intelligent key | Yes |
| Bluetooth Dial-up connectivity | Yes |
| Panic alarm | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes |
The renewed automobile policy of the government has encouraged most auto plants to build its made-in-Nigeria vehicles except for Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company. Besides, the policy also creates far more works for the youth in Nigeria.
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