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    Toyota Crown vs Toyota Premio

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

    Toyota Crown

    Toyota Crown
    KES Ksh 8,500/dayView Details

    Toyota Premio

    Toyota Premio
    KES Ksh 8,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as Sedan cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Fuel Type

    Both vehicles run on Petrol

    Seating Capacity

    Both vehicles have 5 seats

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Crown

    KES Ksh 8,500

    Toyota Premio

    KES Ksh 8,000

    Difference: 500

    Engine

    Toyota Crown

    2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4

    Toyota Premio

    1.8 L petrol I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Crown

    226 hp

    Toyota Premio

    132 hp

    Difference: 94

    Torque

    Toyota Crown

    222 Nm

    Toyota Premio

    173 Nm

    Difference: 49

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Crown

    17.2 km/L

    Toyota Premio

    9.5 km/L

    Difference: 7.7

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Crown

    21.3 km/L

    Toyota Premio

    15 km/L

    Difference: 6.3

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Crown

    3 days

    Toyota Premio

    5 days

    Difference: 2

    Performance Comparison

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

    Engine Power

    The Toyota Crown features a 2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4 producing 226 hp and 222 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Premio comes with a 1.8 L petrol I4 delivering 132 hp and 173 Nm of torque. The Toyota Crown offers 94 more horsepower than the Toyota Premio.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Crown achieves 17.2 km/L, while the Toyota Premio manages 9.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 21.3 km/L from the Toyota Crown and 15 km/L from the Toyota Premio. Overall, the Toyota Crown is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Crown offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Toyota Premio accommodates 5 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Crown

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

    Toyota Premio

    • 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

    Toyota Crown

    KES Ksh 8,500/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 6,000/day

    Toyota Premio

    KES Ksh 8,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 5,500/day

    While the Toyota Crown is KES Ksh 500/day more expensive than the Toyota Premio, it offers more power.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota CrownToyota Premio
    Daily RateKES Ksh 8,500KES Ksh 8,000
    CategorySedan, LuxurySedan
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Seats55
    Engine2.5 L petrol-hybrid I41.8 L petrol I4
    Horsepower226 hp132 hp
    Torque222 Nm173 Nm
    City Fuel Economy17.2 km/L9.5 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy21.3 km/L15 km/L
    SunroofNoNo
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental3 days5 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 Crown and Toyota Premio offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Crown if you:

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

    Choose the Toyota Premio if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option

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