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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
Saloon Cars: Camry vs Corolla vs Accord vs Elantra vs C-Class in Nigeria
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Quick answer · October 2026

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

OptionTypical priceUnit
Toyota Corolla Cheapest₦9,000,000 – ₦17,000,000per car
Hyundai Elantra₦10,300,000 – ₦18,000,000per car
Honda Accord₦12,400,000 – ₦23,900,000per car
Toyota Camry₦14,800,000 – ₦28,200,000per car
Mercedes-Benz C300₦22,000,000 – ₦27,000,000per car
Lexus ES 350 Priciest₦17,200,000 – ₦35,000,000per car

Typical retail ranges in Nigeria, October 2026, sorted cheapest first. The bar shows each range against the most expensive option.

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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

FeatureToyota CamryToyota CorollaHonda AccordHyundai ElantraLexus ES 350Mercedes-Benz C300
Model years2015–2018Not stated (tokunbo)2015–20182015–20182015–20182015–2017
Engine2.5L 4-cyl (3.5L V6 option)1.8L 4-cyl2.4L 4-cyl (2018: 1.5L turbo)2.0L 4-cyl3.5L V62.0L turbo 4-cyl
ClassMid-sizeCompactMid-sizeCompactMid-size luxuryCompact luxury

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a 2015–2018 tokunbo Camry?

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.

  1. Toyota Camry Prices in Nigeria (price insights) — Carlots.ng, 2026-10
  2. Honda Accord Prices in Nigeria (price insights) — Carlots.ng, 2026-10
  3. Latest Prices of Mercedes Benz C300 in Nigeria (2026) — Nigerian Queries, 2026-09
  4. 10 Best and Affordable Cars for First-Timers in Nigeria (2026 Prices in Naira) — Pressearn (MellowArticle), 2026-09
  5. Hyundai Elantra Price insights — Carlots.ng, 2026-10
  6. Lexus ES Price insights — Carlots.ng, 2026-10

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