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    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater vs Mercedes-Benz GLE

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater and Mercedes-Benz GLE? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater
    KES Ksh 19,000/dayView Details

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    Mercedes-Benz GLE
    KES Ksh 65,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as SUV, Luxury cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Sunroof

    Both vehicles come with a sunroof

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    KES Ksh 19,000

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    KES Ksh 65,000

    Difference: 46000

    Fuel Type

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    Diesel

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    Petrol

    Seating Capacity

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    7 seats

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    5 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    2.8 L diesel I4

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    3.5 L petrol V6

    Horsepower

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    174 hp

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    302 hp

    Difference: 128

    Torque

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    450 Nm

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    370 Nm

    Difference: 80

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    9 km/L

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    9.4 km/L

    Difference: 0.4

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    12 km/L

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    12 km/L

    Difference: 0.0

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    5 days

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    1 day

    Difference: 4

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater and Mercedes-Benz GLE, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater features a 2.8 L diesel I4 producing 174 hp and 450 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Mercedes-Benz GLE comes with a 3.5 L petrol V6 delivering 302 hp and 370 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz GLE offers 128 more horsepower than the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater achieves 9 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE manages 9.4 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 12 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater and 12 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz GLE. Overall, the Mercedes-Benz GLE is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 5 days

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • 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

    Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater

    KES Ksh 19,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 2,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 17,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 14,000/day

    Mercedes-Benz GLE

    KES Ksh 65,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 60,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 55,000/day

    The Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater is KES Ksh 46,000/day less expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLE, making it a more economical choice, though with less power.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven SeaterMercedes-Benz GLE
    Daily RateKES Ksh 19,000KES Ksh 65,000
    CategorySUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land CruiserLuxury, SUV, VIP
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
    Seats75
    Engine2.8 L diesel I43.5 L petrol V6
    Horsepower174 hp302 hp
    Torque450 Nm370 Nm
    City Fuel Economy9 km/L9.4 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy12 km/L12 km/L
    SunroofYesYes
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental5 days1 day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 2,000/dayKES Ksh 5,000/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 5,000/dayKES Ksh 10,000/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater and Mercedes-Benz GLE offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser J150 Prado VX-L, Facelift, Seven Seater if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Need to accommodate more passengers

    Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLE if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Require shorter rental periods

    For more information or to book either of these vehicles, click the View Details button above or contact EliteMotion Luxury Car Hire directly.

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