Trying to decide between the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Premio? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles run on Petrol
Both vehicles are made by Toyota
Toyota Alphard
KES Ksh 15,000
Toyota Premio
KES Ksh 8,000
Difference: 7000
Toyota Alphard
7 seats
Toyota Premio
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Alphard
2.5 L petrol I4
Toyota Premio
1.8 L petrol I4
Toyota Alphard
182 hp
Toyota Premio
132 hp
Difference: 50
Toyota Alphard
235 Nm
Toyota Premio
173 Nm
Difference: 62
Toyota Alphard
9.6 km/L
Toyota Premio
9.5 km/L
Difference: 0.1
Toyota Alphard
13.5 km/L
Toyota Premio
15 km/L
Difference: 1.5
Toyota Alphard
Chauffeur-driven only
Toyota Premio
Available
Toyota Alphard
1 day
Toyota Premio
5 days
Difference: 4
When choosing between the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Premio, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Toyota Alphard features a 2.5 L petrol I4 producing 182 hp and 235 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Premio comes with a 1.8 L petrol I4 delivering 132 hp and 173 Nm of torque. The Toyota Alphard offers 50 more horsepower than the Toyota Premio.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Alphard achieves 9.6 km/L, while the Toyota Premio manages 9.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.5 km/L from the Toyota Alphard and 15 km/L from the Toyota Premio. Overall, the Toyota Premio is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Toyota Alphard offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Toyota Premio accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Alphard can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.
When considering value, it's important to look beyond just the daily rate and evaluate what you get for the price.
KES Ksh 15,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 14,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 14,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 12,500/day
KES Ksh 8,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 8,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day
While the Toyota Alphard is KES Ksh 7,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Premio, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Alphard | Toyota Premio |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 15,000 | KES Ksh 8,000 |
| Category | Van, Luxury, VIP | Sedan |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.5 L petrol I4 | 1.8 L petrol I4 |
| Horsepower | 182 hp | 132 hp |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 173 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 9.6 km/L | 9.5 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 13.5 km/L | 15 km/L |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Chauffeur-driven only | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 1 day | 5 days |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 1,000/day | KES Ksh 0/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 1,000/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 2,500/day | KES Ksh 1,500/day |
Both the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Premio offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Alphard if you:
Choose the Toyota Premio if you:
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