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    Toyota Harrier vs Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Harrier and Toyota Land Cruiser LC300? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Harrier

    Toyota Harrier
    KES Ksh 8,000/dayView Details

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
    KES Ksh 100,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as SUV, 4x4, Luxury cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Harrier

    KES Ksh 8,000

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    KES Ksh 100,000

    Difference: 92000

    Fuel Type

    Toyota Harrier

    Petrol

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    Diesel

    Seating Capacity

    Toyota Harrier

    5 seats

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    7 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Toyota Harrier

    2.0 L turbo-petrol I4

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)

    Horsepower

    Toyota Harrier

    227 hp

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    304 hp

    Difference: 77

    Torque

    Toyota Harrier

    350 Nm

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    700 Nm

    Difference: 350

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Harrier

    13.2 km/L

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    9 km/L

    Difference: 4.2

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Harrier

    16.9 km/L

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    13.2 km/L

    Difference: 3.7

    Sunroof

    Toyota Harrier

    No

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    Yes

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Harrier

    2 days

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    5 days

    Difference: 3

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Harrier and Toyota Land Cruiser LC300, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Toyota Harrier features a 2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 producing 227 hp and 350 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 comes with a 3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV) delivering 304 hp and 700 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers 77 more horsepower than the Toyota Harrier.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Harrier achieves 13.2 km/L, while the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 manages 9 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 16.9 km/L from the Toyota Harrier and 13.2 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300. Overall, the Toyota Harrier is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Harrier offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 accommodates 7 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Harrier

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 2 days

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel 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 Harrier

    KES Ksh 8,000/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 500/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 7,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    KES Ksh 100,000/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 7,500/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 100,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 92,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 90,000/day

    The Toyota Harrier is KES Ksh 92,000/day less expensive than the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300, making it a more economical choice, though with less power and fewer seats.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota HarrierToyota Land Cruiser LC300
    Daily RateKES Ksh 8,000KES Ksh 100,000
    CategoryMid SUV, SUV, 4x4, LuxurySUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolDiesel
    Seats57
    Engine2.0 L turbo-petrol I43.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)
    Horsepower227 hp304 hp
    Torque350 Nm700 Nm
    City Fuel Economy13.2 km/L9 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy16.9 km/L13.2 km/L
    SunroofNoYes
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental2 days5 days
    3-Day DiscountKES Ksh 500/dayKES Ksh 0/day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 7,500/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 1,500/dayKES Ksh 10,000/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Harrier and Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Harrier if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Require shorter rental periods

    Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Need to accommodate more passengers
    • Want a vehicle with a sunroof

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