Trying to decide between the Toyota Crown and Lexus RX-300? 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 have 5 seats
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Crown
KES Ksh 8,000
Lexus RX-300
KES Ksh 13,000
Difference: 5000
Toyota Crown
2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4
Lexus RX-300
2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS)
Toyota Crown
226 hp
Lexus RX-300
235 hp
Difference: 9
Toyota Crown
222 Nm
Lexus RX-300
350 Nm
Difference: 128
Toyota Crown
17.2 km/L
Lexus RX-300
10.4 km/L
Difference: 6.8
Toyota Crown
21.3 km/L
Lexus RX-300
16.9 km/L
Difference: 4.4
Toyota Crown
No
Lexus RX-300
Yes
Toyota Crown
3 days
Lexus RX-300
5 days
Difference: 2
When choosing between the Toyota Crown and Lexus RX-300, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Toyota Crown features a 2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4 producing 226 hp and 222 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 Lexus RX-300 offers 9 more horsepower than the Toyota Crown.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Crown achieves 17.2 km/L, while the Lexus RX-300 manages 10.4 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 21.3 km/L from the Toyota Crown and 16.9 km/L from the Lexus RX-300. Overall, the Toyota Crown is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Toyota Crown offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Lexus RX-300 accommodates 5 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.
When considering value, it's important to look beyond just the daily rate and evaluate what you get for the price.
KES Ksh 8,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
10-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
14-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
21-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 8,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day
For 10+ days: KES Ksh 8,000/day
For 14+ days: KES Ksh 8,000/day
For 21+ days: KES Ksh 8,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day
KES Ksh 13,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
10-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
14-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
21-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 13,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 12,000/day
For 10+ days: KES Ksh 13,000/day
For 14+ days: KES Ksh 13,000/day
For 21+ days: KES Ksh 13,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 10,500/day
The Toyota Crown is KES Ksh 5,000/day less expensive than the Lexus RX-300, making it a more economical choice, though with less power.
| Feature | Toyota Crown | Lexus RX-300 |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 8,000 | KES Ksh 13,000 |
| Category | Sedan, Luxury | Luxury, SUV, 4x4, Mid SUV |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4 | 2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS) |
| Horsepower | 226 hp | 235 hp |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 350 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 17.2 km/L | 10.4 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 21.3 km/L | 16.9 km/L |
| Sunroof | No | Yes |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 3 days | 5 days |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 0/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 1,000/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
| 10-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 0/day |
| 14-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 0/day |
| 21-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 0/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 1,500/day | KES Ksh 2,500/day |
Both the Toyota Crown and Lexus RX-300 offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Crown if you:
Choose the Lexus RX-300 if you:
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