7 Affordable Chinese Cars You Can Buy in Nigeria for N20m and Below
- Chinese cars are becoming more popular in Nigeria, with some used models available for N20 million or less, depending on their age and condition
- Buyers can consider models such as the Geely Emgrand X7, Geely Coolray, Geely Emgrand 7 and Changan CS35, although prices vary widely
- Experts advise buyers to inspect the engine, transmission, suspension and electrical systems and confirm spare-parts availability before purchasing
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Legit.ng journalist Victor Enengedi has over a decade's experience covering energy, MSMEs, technology, banking and the economy.
Chinese cars are becoming increasingly popular on Nigerian roads as more buyers look beyond traditional brands such as Toyota, Honda and Mercedes-Benz for affordable vehicles with modern designs and technology.
Although many of the latest Chinese models now sell for tens of millions of naira, buyers with a budget of N20 million or less can still find several used Chinese cars in Nigeria, depending on the model, year, mileage and condition.
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The Nigerian market has also changed considerably in recent years, with brands including Geely, Chery, Changan, GAC, BYD, JAC and Wuling becoming more visible.
Current listings show, for example, used Geely Emgrand X7 models around N12.5 million, while some used Geely Coolray models are listed below N20 million.
Chinese cars available for N20 million or less
Car model | Estimated price in Nigeria |
Geely Emgrand X7 | N12.5 million – N17.5 million |
Geely Coolray | N18 million – N20 million |
Geely Emgrand 7 | N11.5 million – N15 million |
Geely Azkarra | N20 million and below, depending on year and condition |
Changan CS35 | About N20 million – N24.5 million |
Chery Tiggo 2 | Around N20 million and above, depending on year |
Chery Tiggo 7 | Around N20 million – N25 million for selected used units |
*Prices are indicative market ranges and can change depending on the vehicle's model year, mileage, condition, location, customs status and seller.
It is important to note that not every vehicle in the table will fall below N20 million in every Nigerian market. Some models are included because older or higher-mileage examples may fall around this budget, while newer versions can cost considerably more.
For example, current listings show Geely Emgrand X7 models around N12.5 million to N17.5 million, while 2020–2022 Geely Coolray examples have been advertised from about N19.8 million to N28.5 million.
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Older Chinese cars can be much cheaper
Nigerian buyers searching for the cheapest Chinese cars may also encounter older models that were imported or sold in the country many years ago.
For buyers today, a better strategy may be to look for relatively newer used models such as the Geely Emgrand X7 or Coolray, provided the vehicle has a verifiable service history and replacement parts can be sourced.
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