Trying to decide between the Mercedes-Benz GLE and Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as Luxury, SUV, VIP cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles run on Petrol
Both vehicles are chauffeur-driven only
Mercedes-Benz GLE
KES Ksh 45,000
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
KES Ksh 23,000
Difference: 22000
Mercedes-Benz GLE
5 seats
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
7 seats
Difference: 2
Mercedes-Benz GLE
3.5 L petrol V6
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
5.7 L petrol V8
Mercedes-Benz GLE
302 hp
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
381 hp
Difference: 79
Mercedes-Benz GLE
370 Nm
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
544 Nm
Difference: 174
Mercedes-Benz GLE
9.4 km/L
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
5.5 km/L
Difference: 3.9
Mercedes-Benz GLE
12 km/L
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
7.7 km/L
Difference: 4.3
Mercedes-Benz GLE
Yes
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
No
Mercedes-Benz GLE
1 day
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
1 day
When choosing between the Mercedes-Benz GLE and Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Mercedes-Benz GLE features a 3.5 L petrol V6 producing 302 hp and 370 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 comes with a 5.7 L petrol V8 delivering 381 hp and 544 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 offers 79 more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
In urban driving conditions, the Mercedes-Benz GLE achieves 9.4 km/L, while the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 manages 5.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 12 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz GLE and 7.7 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200. Overall, the Mercedes-Benz GLE is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Mercedes-Benz GLE offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 accommodates 7 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.
When considering value, it's important to look beyond just the daily rate and evaluate what you get for the price.
KES Ksh 45,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 40,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 35,000/day
KES Ksh 23,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 2,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 21,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 18,000/day
While the Mercedes-Benz GLE is KES Ksh 22,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200, it .
Feature | Mercedes-Benz GLE | Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 |
---|---|---|
Daily Rate | KES Ksh 45,000 | KES Ksh 23,000 |
Category | Luxury, SUV, VIP | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP |
Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
Seats | 5 | 7 |
Engine | 3.5 L petrol V6 | 5.7 L petrol V8 |
Horsepower | 302 hp | 381 hp |
Torque | 370 Nm | 544 Nm |
City Fuel Economy | 9.4 km/L | 5.5 km/L |
Highway Fuel Economy | 12 km/L | 7.7 km/L |
Sunroof | Yes | No |
Self-Drive Option | Chauffeur-driven only | Chauffeur-driven only |
Minimum Rental | 1 day | 1 day |
Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 5,000/day | KES Ksh 2,000/day |
Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 10,000/day | KES Ksh 5,000/day |
Both the Mercedes-Benz GLE and Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLE if you:
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 if you:
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