Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mercedes-Benz GLE? 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 come with a sunroof
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
KES Ksh 95,000
Mercedes-Benz GLE
KES Ksh 65,000
Difference: 30000
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz GLE
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
7 seats
Mercedes-Benz GLE
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel
Mercedes-Benz GLE
3.5 L petrol V6
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
204 hp
Mercedes-Benz GLE
302 hp
Difference: 98
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
500 Nm
Mercedes-Benz GLE
370 Nm
Difference: 130
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
11.8 km/L
Mercedes-Benz GLE
9.4 km/L
Difference: 2.4
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
14.3 km/L
Mercedes-Benz GLE
12 km/L
Difference: 2.3
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2 days
Mercedes-Benz GLE
1 day
Difference: 1
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mercedes-Benz GLE, 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 GLE comes with a 3.5 L petrol V6 delivering 302 hp and 370 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz GLE offers 98 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 GLE manages 9.4 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 14.3 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and 12 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz GLE. 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 GLE 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 65,000/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 61,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 57,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 55,000/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is KES Ksh 30,000/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLE, it provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado | Mercedes-Benz GLE |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 95,000 | KES Ksh 65,000 |
| Category | SUV, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, Luxury | Luxury, SUV, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel | 3.5 L petrol V6 |
| Horsepower | 204 hp | 302 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 11.8 km/L | 9.4 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 14.3 km/L | 12 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| 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 GLE 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 GLE if you:
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