Aliko Dangote: Ranking His Most Expensive Vehicles
The founder of Africa’s most diverse and completely integrated conglomerate, Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, amasses an impressive collection of pricey and opulent automobiles. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian millionaire, who finds greater happiness in his profession, recently visited at the State House in Abuja.
Dangote is scheduled to meet with Tinubu and Bill Gates today; he may arrive at the State House in one of his prized cars. Dangote owns an array of high-end automobiles, ranging from sporty sports cars to sophisticated sedans. Please join us as we provide a ranking of Dangote automobiles, arranged from least to most costly. Now let’s get started.
Toyota Landcruiser Prado (156,000)
It is said that Aliko possesses several years of this brand. Toyota, a Japanese automaker, manufactured the full-size four-wheel drive car. The Toyota Landcruiser has a 5.7-liter V-8 engine and an eight-speed transmission. Comfortable driving dynamics are provided by the smooth and well-planted ride quality of the Landcruiser Prado.
Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG ($220,000)
The Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG is yet another exquisite vehicle in Dangote’s collection. It is referred to as the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class last generation and has an enhanced engine power of 1,000 N⋅m at 2,300–4,300 rpm and 630 PS at 4,800 rpm. The vehicle uses less fuel when it brakes regeneratively.
Additional features include improved coating on the catalytic converters, a redesigned oil pump, and new piston rings that minimize emissions. Automobile owners can enjoy a five-speed automatic transmission with three distinct drive modes with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT.
Bentley Mulsanne ($310,000)
Another high-end vehicle that Bentley Motors manufactures is the Mulsanne. Its entire length is 219.5 inches, with a wheelbase of 128.6 inches. There is a substantial amount of interior and trunk space available in the Mulsanne. It also has a twin-turbocharging V8 engine that generates an amazing 752 ft-lb of torque in addition to 512 horsepower.
Along with these standard features, the Mulsanne also boasts dual power remote mirrors, heated front and rear seats, memory-equipped front and rear seats, leather seating, 14 speakers, an 8-inch touchscreen, voice-activated audio and navigation, Apple CarPlay, remote keyless entry with push button start, front and rear parking sensors, and adjustable iPad/picnic tables.
Maybach 57S Knight Luxury ($1 million)
A posh car in Dangote’s garage is the Maybach 57S Knight Luxury. This car has 24-inch wheels wrapped in 285/30R24 Pirelli tires with the same carbon-finish treatment and black powder.
It also features a set from Apple and a leather trunk with accent for the rear passengers. The car is a good fit for the richest black guy in the world thanks to its refined new appearance and upgraded mechanical components.
Bugatti Veyron ($2 million)
With a top speed of 431 kilometers per hour, Dangote’s Bugatti is regarded as one of the most prestigious and quick vehicles. Also, the vehicle can speed to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds. The Volkswagen Group and Bugatti are responsible for the design and development of this mid-engine sports automobile in Germany.
The Veyron features an 8.0-litre, quad-turbocharged, W16-cylinder engine, equivalent to two narrow-angle V8 engines bolted together. With a total of ten radiators, this vehicle goes for an estimated price of $2 million. Reports say Dangote uses his Bugatti for most of his business trips.
Mariya Yacht ($43 million)
Dangote’s Mariya yacht cost him $43 million in 2013. The luxury vehicle sits on the water at Carrington Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos. The yacht can accommodate 8 guests who want to spend the night in its fine and well-designed four cabins including a master suite, one VIP stateroom and two twin cabins.
The 108-foot motor yacht has a top speed of 44 knots and a normal speed of 30 knots. Dangote relaxes with his friends on this yacht.
Bombardier’s Global Express XRS ($45 million)
In commemoration of Dangote’s 53rd Birth Anniversary, the billionaire got his private aircraft named Bombardier’s Global Express XRS from Montreal Canada. The aircraft which cost Dangote $45 million can accommodate 8 people. It is one of the most efficient aircraft in the world.