It is no longer news that the eighth Senate plans to take delivery of some state-of-the-art, top-of-the -line vehicles, ostensibly for the smooth running of its “committee” business.
Also, it is already established that around N4.7 billion will be spent on procuring these vehicles which include 120 Toyota Land Cruisers, Mercedes Benz S550, Mercedes Benz S600, Toyota Hilux SS and Toyota Hiace Bus.
Mind you, only the 2016 models of these vehicles are being purchased.
Now let’s take a look at just two of these vehicles…
2016 Toyota Land Cruiser
The 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser is a powerfully-built utility vehicle that combines sheer power with safety considerations, convenience with seamless entertainment.
It comes with a 381-horsepower V-8 engine and is a four-wheel drive with a locking differential that pairs the 5.7 with a new eight-speed automatic transmission.
While this may sound like a lot of gobbledegook, the outer features are pure class. It features a Frontal Collision Mitigation system with pedestrian protection, lane departure warnings, automatic high-beam headlights, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitors with rear cross traffic alerts.
Called the ‘timeless icon’ by Toyota, this vehicles entertainment system is also wow.
Toyota says, “Land Cruiser’s Entune Premium JBL Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite gives you a high-end entertainment experience. Its high-resolution 9-in. touch-screen display lets you access the integrated navigation system, your music and more. SiriusXM Satellite Radio compatibility and iPod connectivity means you’ll always have the perfect soundtrack to your adventure. And with 14 JBL Synthesis speakers, including a subwoofer and amplifier, it will all sound amazing too.”
Hmm. Anything else you want to know?
Mercedes Benz Maybach S600
Well, the number feature of the Maybach is that it is for the opulent. This range is unarguably the priciest of Mercedes brand.
Going back to the car’s features, it comes equipped with a 6.0-litre twin-turbo charged V-12 engine. It makes 523 horsepower, and can accelerate from 0-62 mph in five seconds.
Also, this car comes with a lot of room, especially for the occupants of the backseat, as it comes with an extension of 7.9 inches compared to the previous model.
It equally comes with a full panoramic sunroof and privacy shades (tinted glass) for the back seat.
It also boasts an interior that will blow your mind.
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