Manny Ita –
Carloha Nigeria, the authorized dealer for Chery vehicles, has officially launched the Chery Himla pickup, marking the brand’s strategic entry into Nigeria’s competitive light commercial vehicle segment. Unveiled at a landmark event at Orange Island, Lekki, the Himla is positioned not merely as a transport tool but as a sophisticated “mobile office” designed to empower farmers, logistics operators, and small business owners across the country.
The standout feature of the Himla is its class-leading 1,276-liter cargo bed, meticulously engineered to accommodate standard industrial pallets and facilitate “one-trip loading” for maximum productivity. Beyond its utility, the pickup challenges the traditional “work-only” aesthetic by offering a premium interior featuring a massive 15.6-inch central touchscreen, a 9.2-inch digital dashboard, and leather seating, ensuring driver comfort during long-haul regional trade.
Built to withstand the rigors of Nigerian infrastructure, the Himla features a 265 mm ground clearance and advanced 4×4 capabilities, making it equally adept at navigating urban Lagos traffic as it is handling remote rural roads. The vehicle’s durability is reinforced by climate-adapted engineering, utilizing anti-corrosion materials and galvanized steel to prevent wear in high-humidity environments.
Under the hood, the Nigerian specification typically features a robust 2.4L engine, delivering the power necessary for a 1,000 kg payload and an impressive 3-ton towing capacity. To provide peace of mind for business owners, Carloha is backing the Himla with its “CarlohaCare” 6-6-7 package, which includes a class-leading 6-year warranty (or 200,000 km), 6 years of free service, and a 7-day repair timeline guarantee.
