Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mercedes-Benz G Wagon? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as SUV, Luxury cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles run on Diesel
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
KES Ksh 95,000
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
KES Ksh 75,000
Difference: 20000
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
7 seats
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
3.0 L diesel V6
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
204 hp
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
245 hp
Difference: 41
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
500 Nm
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
600 Nm
Difference: 100
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
11.8 km/L
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
9.2 km/L
Difference: 2.6
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
14.3 km/L
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
11.1 km/L
Difference: 3.2
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Yes
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
No
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Available
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
Chauffeur-driven only
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2 days
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
1 day
Difference: 1
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mercedes-Benz G Wagon, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado features a 2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel producing 204 hp and 500 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon comes with a 3.0 L diesel V6 delivering 245 hp and 600 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz G Wagon offers 41 more horsepower than the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado achieves 11.8 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon manages 9.2 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 14.3 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and 11.1 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon. Overall, the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado 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 95,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 4,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 7,500/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 91,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 87,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 85,000/day
KES Ksh 75,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 4,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 7,500/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 71,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 67,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 65,000/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is KES Ksh 20,000/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon, it provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado | Mercedes-Benz G Wagon |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 95,000 | KES Ksh 75,000 |
| Category | SUV, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, Luxury | Luxury, SUV, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel | 3.0 L diesel V6 |
| Horsepower | 204 hp | 245 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 11.8 km/L | 9.2 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 14.3 km/L | 11.1 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Chauffeur-driven only |
| Minimum Rental | 2 days | 1 day |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 4,000/day | KES Ksh 4,000/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 7,500/day | KES Ksh 7,500/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 10,000/day | KES Ksh 10,000/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mercedes-Benz G Wagon offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado if you:
Choose the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon if you:
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