Trying to decide between the Toyota Crown and Mercedes-Benz S-Class? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as Sedan, Luxury cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles run on Petrol
Both vehicles have 5 seats
Toyota Crown
KES Ksh 8,500
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
KES Ksh 35,000
Difference: 26500
Toyota Crown
2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6
Toyota Crown
226 hp
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
362 hp
Difference: 136
Toyota Crown
222 Nm
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
500 Nm
Difference: 278
Toyota Crown
17.2 km/L
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
7.6 km/L
Difference: 9.6
Toyota Crown
21.3 km/L
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
11.9 km/L
Difference: 9.4
Toyota Crown
No
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Yes
Toyota Crown
Available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Chauffeur-driven only
Toyota Crown
3 days
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
1 day
Difference: 2
When choosing between the Toyota Crown and Mercedes-Benz S-Class, 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 Mercedes-Benz S-Class comes with a 3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6 delivering 362 hp and 500 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers 136 more horsepower than the Toyota Crown.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Crown achieves 17.2 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class manages 7.6 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 21.3 km/L from the Toyota Crown and 11.9 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. 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 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 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 8,500/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
KES Ksh 35,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 30,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 25,000/day
The Toyota Crown is KES Ksh 26,500/day less expensive than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, making it a more economical choice, though with less power.
| Feature | Toyota Crown | Mercedes-Benz S-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 8,500 | KES Ksh 35,000 |
| Category | Sedan, Luxury | Luxury, Sedan, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4 | 3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6 |
| Horsepower | 226 hp | 362 hp |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 500 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 17.2 km/L | 7.6 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 21.3 km/L | 11.9 km/L |
| Sunroof | No | Yes |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Chauffeur-driven only |
| Minimum Rental | 3 days | 1 day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 1,000/day | KES Ksh 5,000/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 2,500/day | KES Ksh 10,000/day |
Both the Toyota Crown and Mercedes-Benz S-Class offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Crown if you:
Choose the Mercedes-Benz S-Class if you:
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