Saloon Cars: Camry vs Corolla vs Accord vs Elantra vs C-Class: Prices Compared
The Toyota Corolla (about ₦9 million–₦17 million) and Hyundai Elantra (about ₦10.3 million–₦18 million) are the cheapest typical tokunbo saloons. The Lexus ES 350 (about ₦17.2 million–₦35 million) and Toyota Camry (₦14.8 million–₦28.2 million) sit at the top, with the Mercedes C300 at ₦22 million–₦27 million.
Updated October 20266 optionsLow confidenceper car, foreign-used (tokunbo), about 2015–2018 models
Cheapest: Toyota Corolla at ₦9,000,000 – ₦17,000,000. Priciest: Lexus ES 350 at ₦17,200,000 – ₦35,000,000. (per car, foreign-used (tokunbo), about 2015–2018 models)
Price comparison
Option
Typical price
Unit
Toyota Corolla Cheapest
₦9,000,000 – ₦17,000,000
per car
Hyundai Elantra
₦10,300,000 – ₦18,000,000
per car
Honda Accord
₦12,400,000 – ₦23,900,000
per car
Toyota Camry
₦14,800,000 – ₦28,200,000
per car
Mercedes-Benz C300
₦22,000,000 – ₦27,000,000
per car
Lexus ES 350 Priciest
₦17,200,000 – ₦35,000,000
per car
Typical retail ranges in Nigeria, October 2026, sorted cheapest first. The bar shows each range against the most expensive option.
Compare two side by side
Each option at a glance
Toyota Camry
₦14,800,000 – ₦28,200,000
per car
Best resale value and parts availability
Comfortable and reliable
2018 new-shape units cost almost double 2015–2017
Best for: Families wanting easy resale
Toyota Corolla
Cheapest
₦9,000,000 – ₦17,000,000
per car
Cheapest to buy and run
Very cheap parts
Smaller cabin than mid-size rivals
Source price is a loose ballpark
Best for: First-time buyers and ride-hailing
Honda Accord
₦12,400,000 – ₦23,900,000
per car
Usually cheaper than a same-year Camry
Sporty to drive
Slightly weaker resale than Camry
Best for: Value-minded mid-size buyers
Hyundai Elantra
₦10,300,000 – ₦18,000,000
per car
Usually priced below Corolla rivals
Well-equipped trims
Weaker resale than Toyota
Few 2015–2016 listings
Best for: Cheap, well-equipped compact
Lexus ES 350
Priciest
₦17,200,000 – ₦35,000,000
per car
Camry reliability with luxury cabin
Very few listings to compare
Higher fuel use than 4-cyl rivals
Best for: Luxury comfort with Toyota parts
Mercedes-Benz C300
₦22,000,000 – ₦27,000,000
per car
Premium badge and cabin
Strong performance
Costly parts and maintenance
Fewer reliable sources for prices
Best for: Buyers wanting a luxury badge
Specifications compared
Feature
Toyota Camry
Toyota Corolla
Honda Accord
Hyundai Elantra
Lexus ES 350
Mercedes-Benz C300
Model years
2015–2018
Not stated (tokunbo)
2015–2018
2015–2018
2015–2018
2015–2017
Engine
2.5L 4-cyl (3.5L V6 option)
1.8L 4-cyl
2.4L 4-cyl (2018: 1.5L turbo)
2.0L 4-cyl
3.5L V6
2.0L turbo 4-cyl
Class
Mid-size
Compact
Mid-size
Compact
Mid-size luxury
Compact luxury
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What to check before you buy
Run a VIN history check (Carfax or AutoCheck) for accident and flood records.
Confirm customs papers are genuine on the Nigeria Customs portal before paying.
Have an independent mechanic run a diagnostic scan and test drive.
Compare the same model year; 2018 Camry and Accord redesigns cost much more.
Carlots listings in October 2026 averaged about ₦14.8m for 2015 and ₦16.7m for 2017, rising to about ₦28.2m for the 2018 new shape.
Is the Accord cheaper than the Camry?
Usually slightly. 2015–2018 Accord listings averaged about ₦12.4m–₦23.9m against ₦14.8m–₦28.2m for the Camry on Carlots in October 2026.
How much is a tokunbo Mercedes C300?
A September 2026 guide put 2015–2017 foreign-used C300s at about ₦22m–₦27m. Budget extra for parts and servicing, which cost more than for Toyota or Honda.