Trying to decide between the Mazda Atenza, Diesel and Mercedes-Benz V-Class? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
KES Ksh 9,500
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
KES Ksh 30,000
Difference: 20500
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Petrol
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
5 seats
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
7 seats
Difference: 2
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
2.2 L twin-turbo diesel I4 (SH-VPTS)
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
2.0 L petrol I4
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
184 hp
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
211 hp
Difference: 27
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
445 Nm
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
350 Nm
Difference: 95
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
18.2 km/L
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
14.5 km/L
Difference: 3.7
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
24.4 km/L
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
18.2 km/L
Difference: 6.2
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
Available
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Chauffeur-driven only
Mazda Atenza, Diesel
5 days
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
1 day
Difference: 4
When choosing between the Mazda Atenza, Diesel and Mercedes-Benz V-Class, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Mazda Atenza, Diesel features a 2.2 L twin-turbo diesel I4 (SH-VPTS) producing 184 hp and 445 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class comes with a 2.0 L petrol I4 delivering 211 hp and 350 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz V-Class offers 27 more horsepower than the Mazda Atenza, Diesel.
In urban driving conditions, the Mazda Atenza, Diesel achieves 18.2 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz V-Class manages 14.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 24.4 km/L from the Mazda Atenza, Diesel and 18.2 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Overall, the Mazda Atenza, Diesel is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Mazda Atenza, Diesel offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Mercedes-Benz V-Class accommodates 7 passengers. This means the Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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
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 9,500/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 8,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 8,000/day
KES Ksh 30,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 28,500/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 27,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 25,000/day
The Mazda Atenza, Diesel is KES Ksh 20,500/day less expensive than the Mercedes-Benz V-Class, making it a more economical choice, though with less power and fewer seats.
| Feature | Mazda Atenza, Diesel | Mercedes-Benz V-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 9,500 | KES Ksh 30,000 |
| Category | Sedan, Small Car | Luxury, Van, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Engine | 2.2 L twin-turbo diesel I4 (SH-VPTS) | 2.0 L petrol I4 |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 211 hp |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 350 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 18.2 km/L | 14.5 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 24.4 km/L | 18.2 km/L |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Chauffeur-driven only |
| Minimum Rental | 5 days | 1 day |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 1,500/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 1,000/day | KES Ksh 2,500/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 1,500/day | KES Ksh 5,000/day |
Both the Mazda Atenza, Diesel and Mercedes-Benz V-Class offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Mazda Atenza, Diesel if you:
Choose the Mercedes-Benz V-Class if you:
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