Abuja car hire

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A Mini car hire in Abuja costs R2 040 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Abuja costs R3 281 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Abuja costs R1 678 per day, on average.

If there won't be many people in the rental vehicle with you, you might want to opt for a smaller car, such as a compact sedan, in order to more easily negotiate traffic and find parking. If you will be driving around with a few people, consider opting for a larger sedan or a smaller SUV. This will help you save on rental costs as well as gasoline costs. If you intend to drive beyond Abuja's city limits and explore Nigeria, you might want a more rugged vehicle for rougher roads, such as an SUV.

On the highways that course through and around Abuja, such as Nnamdi Azikiwe Expressway or A234, the speed limit is 100 km/h (62 mph). In built-up areas, such as residential areas and urban districts, the speed limit is 50 km/h (31 mph). On more open roads through less densely populated areas, the speed limit is 80 km/h (50 mph).

In downtown Abuja, there is a park and pay system where most spots cost about ₦200 (about $0.26) per hour. Once you drive beyond the most densely packed areas of downtown Abuja, those driving car rentals in Abuja should be able to find free parking in the parking lots of most retail businesses, such as restaurants and stores.