THE CAR NAIRA BLOG

The Nord A5 Luxury is Nord Automobiles’ bold entry into the compact crossover segment; a locally assembled SUV that blends global engineering with regional flair. Built on the proven Changan CS55 Plus platform, the A5 Luxury is tailored for Nigerian roads and tastes, offering a compelling alternative to global heavyweights like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Exterior Nord’s designers have given the A5 Luxury a distinctive look that sets it apart from its Chinese sibling. The upright stance, SUV-style cladding, and crisp LED lighting front and rear lend it a confident, modern presence. It’s a crossover that looks ready for both Lekki traffic and Abuja highways. Seating Capacity: 5 Body Style: 5-door compact SUV Suspension: MacPherson strut (front), multi-link (rear) Interior Step inside and you’re greeted by a clean, driver-focused cabin. Leatherette upholstery, a semi-digital instrument cluster, and a central touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity come sta...

The Sony Honda Afeela 1 is an innovative all-electric vehicle (EV) developed through a collaboration between Sony and Honda. This joint venture, known as Sony Honda Mobility (SHM), aims to combine Honda's automotive manufacturing expertise with Sony's advanced technology and entertainment capabilities and was just presented at CES 2025. The Afeela 1  comes in two versions: the Origin and the Signature. The Origin starts at $89,900, while the Signature trim is priced at $102,900.  Some key features of the Afeela EV are: - A display screen on the front end that shows the logo, greetings, and other customizable messages. - Advanced Technology: The vehicle is equipped with 40 sensors, including cameras, LiDAR, radars, and ultrasonic sensors, to support advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). - Autonomous Driving: The Afeela 1 includes a suite of autonomous driving features, powered by AI and machine learning, rumored to be subscription-based. - Entertainment: It features Sony H...

The 2024 Nord A3 is a sedan from Nord Motion, a premier Nigerian automobile manufacturer. It  is designed to offer a blend of elegance, sporty performance, and safety features, making it a standout in its class.   It is positioned in the Nord lineup as a refined and luxurious competitor to vehicles such as the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Kia Optima, Hyundai Sonata, etc., in the steadily shrinking sedan market.  It's quite commendable that Nord is still putting some skin in the sedan game despite everyone's seeming preference for SUVs today. Prices start at  ₦ 47,280,000. Origin The 2025 Nord A3 was originally designed and built as the Cowin Xuandu by Kaiyi Auto, under the Cherry Automobile Group, in 2021. It was then offered to the Nigerian market in 2024 by Nord Automobiles as the Nord A3. Specifications Build: Unibody Seating Capacity: 5  Body Style: Compact 4-door sedan Layout: Front engine, front-wheel drive (FWD), no AWD available Suspension:...

The Nord Tank is an American-styled midsize pickup truck, assembled and marketed by Nord Automobiles in Nigeria. Designed for both off-road performance and sedan-like comfort, it is a versatile choice for various driving conditions. Origin Initially designed by SG Automotive under the Huanghai Auto brand as the Huanghai N3, the truck was launched in China at the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show. In 2023, Nord rebranded it as the Tank for the Nigerian market, positioning it as a full-size pickup truck. Design and Build The Nord Tank features a rugged design tailored for tough terrains and bad roads. It has a high ground clearance and offers an all-wheel-drive system, making it ideal for off-road driving. Despite its ruggedness, the exterior maintains a stylish appearance. Specifications Body Construction : Body on frame Seating Capacity : 5 Body Style : Double cab, short bed Layout : Front engine, Front Wheel Drive (FWD), Four wheel drive (4WD) Suspension: Macpherson (front), Leaf springs (rear...

The 2024 Innosson Granite is a full-sized pickup designed to transverse rough terrains while isolating and cocooning its passengers in luxury.  The full-sized pickup segment is largely controlled by used imports like the Toyota Tundra and Nissan Titan. With the introduction of the Grannite, Innoson aims to capture market share by offering a new vehicle manufactured in Nigeria. Body :  Body on frame Seating Capacity: 5   Body Style :  Double cab, short bed Layout:  Front engine, four-wheel drive (4WD)  Suspension:  Macpherson (front), leaf springs (rear) Brakes: Disc (front and rear), ABS + EBD assisted. Wheels:  Steel, aluminum alloy Dimensions Length - 5341 mm Width - 1885mm Height - 1845 mm Wheelbase: 3230 mm Weight: -- Ground clearance: 210 mm Interior Upholstery: Leatherette Ergonomics: Power front seats, telescopic steering wheel Engine:  2.4L Petrol  Power: 134 hp Torque: 340 @ 3800 rpm (doubtful) Transmission: 6-speed manual 0-10...