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    Porsche Cayenne vs Lexus RX-300

    Trying to decide between the Porsche Cayenne and Lexus RX-300? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Porsche Cayenne

    Porsche Cayenne
    KES Ksh 75,000/dayView Details

    Lexus RX-300

    Lexus RX-300
    KES Ksh 13,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as Luxury, SUV cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Seating Capacity

    Both vehicles have 5 seats

    Sunroof

    Both vehicles come with a sunroof

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Porsche Cayenne

    KES Ksh 75,000

    Lexus RX-300

    KES Ksh 13,000

    Difference: 62000

    Fuel Type

    Porsche Cayenne

    Diesel

    Lexus RX-300

    Petrol

    Engine

    Porsche Cayenne

    3.0 L turbo-diesel V6

    Lexus RX-300

    2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS)

    Horsepower

    Porsche Cayenne

    262 hp

    Lexus RX-300

    235 hp

    Difference: 27

    Torque

    Porsche Cayenne

    580 Nm

    Lexus RX-300

    350 Nm

    Difference: 230

    City Fuel Economy

    Porsche Cayenne

    13 km/L

    Lexus RX-300

    10.4 km/L

    Difference: 2.6

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Porsche Cayenne

    16.4 km/L

    Lexus RX-300

    16.9 km/L

    Difference: 0.5

    Minimum Rental Period

    Porsche Cayenne

    3 days

    Lexus RX-300

    5 days

    Difference: 2

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Porsche Cayenne and Lexus RX-300, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Porsche Cayenne features a 3.0 L turbo-diesel V6 producing 262 hp and 580 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Lexus RX-300 comes with a 2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS) delivering 235 hp and 350 Nm of torque. The Porsche Cayenne offers 27 more horsepower than the Lexus RX-300.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Porsche Cayenne achieves 13 km/L, while the Lexus RX-300 manages 10.4 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 16.4 km/L from the Porsche Cayenne and 16.9 km/L from the Lexus RX-300. Overall, the Porsche Cayenne is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Porsche Cayenne offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Lexus RX-300 accommodates 5 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.

    Additional Features

    Porsche Cayenne

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 3 days

    Lexus RX-300

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 5 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

    Porsche Cayenne

    KES Ksh 75,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 70,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 65,000/day

    Lexus RX-300

    KES Ksh 13,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 12,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 10,500/day

    While the Porsche Cayenne is KES Ksh 62,000/day more expensive than the Lexus RX-300, it offers more power.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeaturePorsche CayenneLexus RX-300
    Daily RateKES Ksh 75,000KES Ksh 13,000
    CategoryLuxury, SUV, VIPLuxury, SUV, 4x4, Mid SUV
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
    Seats55
    Engine3.0 L turbo-diesel V62.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS)
    Horsepower262 hp235 hp
    Torque580 Nm350 Nm
    City Fuel Economy13 km/L10.4 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy16.4 km/L16.9 km/L
    SunroofYesYes
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental3 days5 days
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 5,000/dayKES Ksh 1,000/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 10,000/dayKES Ksh 2,500/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Porsche Cayenne and Lexus RX-300 offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Porsche Cayenne if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Require shorter rental periods

    Choose the Lexus RX-300 if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option

    For more information or to book either of these vehicles, click the View Details button above or contact EliteMotion Luxury Car Hire directly.

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