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    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    Trying to decide between the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon and Mercedes-Benz S-Class? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
    KES Ksh 60,000/dayView Details

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class
    KES Ksh 40,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as Luxury, VIP cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Seating Capacity

    Both vehicles have 5 seats

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are chauffeur-driven only

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Mercedes-Benz

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    KES Ksh 60,000

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    KES Ksh 40,000

    Difference: 20000

    Fuel Type

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    Diesel

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    Petrol

    Engine

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    3.0 L diesel V6

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6

    Horsepower

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    245 hp

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    362 hp

    Difference: 117

    Torque

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    600 Nm

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    500 Nm

    Difference: 100

    City Fuel Economy

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    9.2 km/L

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    7.6 km/L

    Difference: 1.6

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    11.1 km/L

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    11.9 km/L

    Difference: 0.8

    Sunroof

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    No

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    Yes

    Minimum Rental Period

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    1 day

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    1 day

    0

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon and Mercedes-Benz S-Class, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Mercedes-Benz G Wagon features a 3.0 L diesel V6 producing 245 hp and 600 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 117 more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon achieves 9.2 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class manages 7.6 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 11.1 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon and 11.9 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Overall, the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Mercedes-Benz G Wagon offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class accommodates 5 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.

    Additional Features

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel engine
    • Chauffeur-driven only
    • Minimum rental: 1 day

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Chauffeur-driven only
    • Minimum rental: 1 day

    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

    Mercedes-Benz G Wagon

    KES Ksh 60,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 55,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 50,000/day

    Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    KES Ksh 40,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 35,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 30,000/day

    While the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon is KES Ksh 20,000/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, it .

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureMercedes-Benz G WagonMercedes-Benz S-Class
    Daily RateKES Ksh 60,000KES Ksh 40,000
    CategoryLuxury, SUV, VIPLuxury, Sedan, VIP
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
    Seats55
    Engine3.0 L diesel V63.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6
    Horsepower245 hp362 hp
    Torque600 Nm500 Nm
    City Fuel Economy9.2 km/L7.6 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy11.1 km/L11.9 km/L
    SunroofNoYes
    Self-Drive OptionChauffeur-driven onlyChauffeur-driven only
    Minimum Rental1 day1 day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 5,000/dayKES Ksh 5,000/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 10,000/dayKES Ksh 10,000/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon and Mercedes-Benz S-Class offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon if you:

    • Prioritize better fuel economy

    Choose the Mercedes-Benz S-Class if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Want a vehicle with a sunroof

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