Features Of The Nigerian President’s Official Car You Should Know

In countries like Nigeria, the office of the President is the highest office in the land. Occupying the number one office comes with its perks and privileges. It means that everything from your clothing to cars announces luxury. The government goes out of its way to provide anything the office needs because uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.

In terms of cars, the Nigerian President has access to the most luxurious cars you’ll find in the country. Most significantly, the President is driven in a luxurious official car (Mercedes Maybach S650). While many Nigerians don’t get to see or know this car in person, we have gathered all the features of the Nigerian President’s official car to share with you.

What Are The Features Of The Nigerian President’s Official Car?

In the Western world, the presidents of their countries use vehicles produced by an indigenous company. But, since Innoson Motor is upcoming in that regard, the Nigerian government decides to look outside for official cars.

The car is no other but the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S650. Below are some of the exciting things about the car you should know.

• The presidential car cost 360 million Naira, which makes sense for a national leader’s car considering what it’s equipped with
• The car was designed to also blend with other Benz cars in the escort fleet of the President. This was done so that no one knew who was carrying the President.
• The vehicle has massage, heated front, and rear seats, and enough room to comfortably accommodate five adults.
• The car has a mile per gallon rating of 25 mpg on the highway and 15 mpg in the city.
• The presidential car also revs at 5,000 per minute, with an incredible horsepower of 510 HP.
• The engine is a 5.5-liter 12-cylinder turbocharged engine, and it’s one of the best you’ll find in any Benz.
• It comes with a keyless entry, rear parking aid, rearview camera, navigation system, heated seats, Wi-Fi, and many more.
• The vehicle is faster than the Mercedes Benz S350 President Goodluck Jonathan used
• It can go from 0-70mph in 5 seconds and at a speed of 230 kilometres per hour.
• This presidential car is constantly surrounded by other cars like Range Rover, Toyota Land Cruiser, and bikes. They are all part of the escort to ensure the safety of the presidential motorcade.
• The President’s official car is also heavily armoured, which is why it cost 360 million Naira in 2019.