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    Toyota Alphard vs Toyota Harrier

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Harrier? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Alphard

    Toyota Alphard
    KES Ksh 9,500/dayView Details

    Toyota Harrier

    Toyota Harrier
    KES Ksh 7,999/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as Luxury cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Fuel Type

    Both vehicles run on Petrol

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Alphard

    KES Ksh 9,500

    Toyota Harrier

    KES Ksh 7,999

    Difference: 1501

    Seating Capacity

    Toyota Alphard

    7 seats

    Toyota Harrier

    5 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Toyota Alphard

    2.5 L petrol I4

    Toyota Harrier

    2.0 L turbo-petrol I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Alphard

    182 hp

    Toyota Harrier

    227 hp

    Difference: 45

    Torque

    Toyota Alphard

    235 Nm

    Toyota Harrier

    350 Nm

    Difference: 115

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Alphard

    9.6 km/L

    Toyota Harrier

    13.2 km/L

    Difference: 3.6

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Alphard

    13.5 km/L

    Toyota Harrier

    16.9 km/L

    Difference: 3.4

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Alphard

    3 days

    Toyota Harrier

    2 days

    Difference: 1

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Harrier, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Toyota Alphard features a 2.5 L petrol I4 producing 182 hp and 235 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Harrier comes with a 2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 delivering 227 hp and 350 Nm of torque. The Toyota Harrier offers 45 more horsepower than the Toyota Alphard.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Alphard achieves 9.6 km/L, while the Toyota Harrier manages 13.2 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.5 km/L from the Toyota Alphard and 16.9 km/L from the Toyota Harrier. Overall, the Toyota Harrier is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

    Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Alphard offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Toyota Harrier accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Alphard can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Alphard

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 3 days

    Toyota Harrier

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 2 days

    Value for Money

    When considering value, it's important to look beyond just the daily rate and evaluate what you get for the price.

    Pricing Comparison

    Toyota Alphard

    KES Ksh 9,500/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 8,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day

    Toyota Harrier

    KES Ksh 7,999/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 6,999/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 5,499/day

    While the Toyota Alphard is KES Ksh 1,501/day more expensive than the Toyota Harrier, it provides more seating capacity.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota AlphardToyota Harrier
    Daily RateKES Ksh 9,500KES Ksh 7,999
    CategoryVan, Luxury, VIPMid SUV, SUV, 4x4, Luxury
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Seats75
    Engine2.5 L petrol I42.0 L turbo-petrol I4
    Horsepower182 hp227 hp
    Torque235 Nm350 Nm
    City Fuel Economy9.6 km/L13.2 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy13.5 km/L16.9 km/L
    SunroofNoNo
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental3 days2 days
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 1,000/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 2,500/dayKES Ksh 2,500/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Harrier offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Alphard if you:

    • Need to accommodate more passengers

    Choose the Toyota Harrier if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Require shorter rental periods

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