The Lagos Life Toyota Corolla (Toyota Corolla 2008, nicknamed "Tokunbo Baby Boy") costs ₦900,000 and burns ₦6 of fuel per km. It is a plain car: cheap to run, with air conditioning on every ride. 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 | Toyota Corolla 2008 |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Tokunbo Baby Boy |
| Price | ₦900,000 |
| Resale | ₦540,000 |
| Fuel per km | ₦6 |
| Type | Car |
| Arrival mood | AC Life (+12 mood for 4 h) |
Lagos Life Toyota Corolla 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 | ₦900,000 |
| Bajaj Boxer | ₦690,000 |
Lagos Life Toyota Corolla Fuel Cost vs Danfo, Okada and Cab
| Trip | Toyota Corolla fuel | Danfo | Okada | Cab |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 km | ₦0 | ₦100 | ₦150 | ₦350 |
| 5 km | ₦50 | ₦150 | ₦200 | ₦400 |
| 10 km | ₦50 | ₦150 | ₦250 | ₦450 |
| 20 km | ₦100 | ₦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 Toyota Corolla Worth It?
You lose ₦360,000 when you sell it. A 5 km trip costs ₦50 in fuel against ₦400 by cab, so it pays back only after 1029 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 Toyota Corolla FAQ
How much is the Toyota Corolla in Lagos Life?
₦900,000, or less if you trade in your current car at 60% of its price.
How much fuel does the Toyota Corolla use?
₦6 per km, so a 5 km trip costs ₦50.
Can I sell the Toyota Corolla?
Yes, for ₦540,000, 60% of the price.