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.
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 9,500
Toyota Harrier
KES Ksh 7,999
Difference: 1501
Toyota Alphard
7 seats
Toyota Harrier
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Alphard
2.5 L petrol I4
Toyota Harrier
2.0 L turbo-petrol I4
Toyota Alphard
182 hp
Toyota Harrier
227 hp
Difference: 45
Toyota Alphard
235 Nm
Toyota Harrier
350 Nm
Difference: 115
Toyota Alphard
9.6 km/L
Toyota Harrier
13.2 km/L
Difference: 3.6
Toyota Alphard
13.5 km/L
Toyota Harrier
16.9 km/L
Difference: 3.4
Toyota Alphard
3 days
Toyota Harrier
2 days
Difference: 1
When choosing between the Toyota Alphard and Toyota Harrier, 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 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.
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 features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
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.
When considering value, it's important to look beyond just the daily rate and evaluate what you get for the price.
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
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.
| Feature | Toyota Alphard | Toyota Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 9,500 | KES Ksh 7,999 |
| Category | Van, Luxury, VIP | Mid SUV, SUV, 4x4, Luxury |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.5 L petrol I4 | 2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 |
| Horsepower | 182 hp | 227 hp |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 9.6 km/L | 13.2 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 13.5 km/L | 16.9 km/L |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 3 days | 2 days |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 1,000/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 2,500/day | KES Ksh 2,500/day |
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:
Choose the Toyota Harrier if you:
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