The Lagos Life BMW M5 (BMW M5, nicknamed "Third Mainland Missile") costs ₦55,000,000 and burns ₦13 of fuel per km. It is one of the flex cars that give the biggest arrival mood boost. Sell it later and you get 60% back.
See every vehicle side by side on the Lagos Life cars page, or compare it with public transport in the transport guide.
| Full name | BMW M5 |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Third Mainland Missile |
| Price | ₦55,000,000 |
| Resale | ₦33,000,000 |
| Fuel per km | ₦13 |
| Type | Flex car |
| Arrival mood | Big Boy Ride (+15 mood for 3 h) |
Lagos Life BMW M5 Price and Trade-In
Buying a new car trades in the one you drive at 60% of its price, so the upgrade costs less than the sticker. Buying it gives the New Whip! boost (+30 mood for 24 h).
| Trading in | You pay |
|---|---|
| No car | ₦55,000,000 |
| Bajaj Boxer | ₦54,790,000 |
| Toyota Corolla | ₦54,460,000 |
| Honda Accord | ₦53,920,000 |
| Toyota Camry | ₦53,200,000 |
| Lexus RX 350 | ₦50,500,000 |
| BMW 330i | ₦49,300,000 |
| Toyota Prado | ₦46,000,000 |
| BMW X5 | ₦38,200,000 |
| G-Wagon | ₦28,000,000 |
Lagos Life BMW M5 Fuel Cost vs Danfo, Okada and Cab
| Trip | BMW M5 fuel | Danfo | Okada | Cab |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 km | ₦50 | ₦100 | ₦150 | ₦350 |
| 5 km | ₦50 | ₦150 | ₦200 | ₦400 |
| 10 km | ₦150 | ₦150 | ₦250 | ₦450 |
| 20 km | ₦250 | ₦200 | ₦300 | ₦600 |
Fuel scarcity raises fuel by half as well, just like fares. Every vehicle takes about two real minutes per trip, the same as an okada or a cab, and keeps you dry when it rains.
Is the Lagos Life BMW M5 Worth It?
You lose ₦22,000,000 when you sell it. A 5 km trip costs ₦50 in fuel against ₦400 by cab, so it pays back only after 62858 such trips. Buy it for the mood and the status rather than the savings. For money, see how to make money in Lagos Life.
Lagos Life BMW M5 FAQ
How much is the BMW M5 in Lagos Life?
₦55,000,000, or less if you trade in your current car at 60% of its price.
How much fuel does the BMW M5 use?
₦13 per km, so a 5 km trip costs ₦50.
Can I sell the BMW M5?
Yes, for ₦33,000,000, 60% of the price.