Trying to decide between the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Crown? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as Luxury cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles run on Petrol
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Both vehicles are made by Toyota
Toyota Alphard
KES Ksh 17,000
Toyota Crown
KES Ksh 8,000
Difference: 9000
Toyota Alphard
7 seats
Toyota Crown
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Alphard
2.5 L petrol I4
Toyota Crown
2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4
Toyota Alphard
182 hp
Toyota Crown
226 hp
Difference: 44
Toyota Alphard
235 Nm
Toyota Crown
222 Nm
Difference: 13
Toyota Alphard
9.6 km/L
Toyota Crown
17.2 km/L
Difference: 7.6
Toyota Alphard
13.5 km/L
Toyota Crown
21.3 km/L
Difference: 7.8
Toyota Alphard
3 days
Toyota Crown
3 days
When choosing between the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Crown, 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 Crown comes with a 2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4 delivering 226 hp and 222 Nm of torque. The Toyota Crown offers 44 more horsepower than the Toyota Alphard.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Alphard achieves 9.6 km/L, while the Toyota Crown manages 17.2 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.5 km/L from the Toyota Alphard and 21.3 km/L from the Toyota Crown. Overall, the Toyota Crown 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 Crown 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 17,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 17,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 14,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 12,000/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 9,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Crown, it provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Alphard | Toyota Crown |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 17,000 | KES Ksh 8,000 |
| Category | Van, Luxury, VIP | Sedan, Luxury |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.5 L petrol I4 | 2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4 |
| Horsepower | 182 hp | 226 hp |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 222 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 9.6 km/L | 17.2 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 13.5 km/L | 21.3 km/L |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 3 days | 3 days |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 0/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 2,500/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 5,000/day | KES Ksh 1,500/day |
Both the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Crown offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Alphard if you:
Choose the Toyota Crown if you:
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