Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mazda CX5 Petrol? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as SUV, 4x4 cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
KES Ksh 95,000
Mazda CX5 Petrol
KES Ksh 8,500
Difference: 86500
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Diesel
Mazda CX5 Petrol
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
7 seats
Mazda CX5 Petrol
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel
Mazda CX5 Petrol
2.0 L petrol I4
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
204 hp
Mazda CX5 Petrol
165 hp
Difference: 39
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
500 Nm
Mazda CX5 Petrol
210 Nm
Difference: 290
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
11.8 km/L
Mazda CX5 Petrol
11.5 km/L
Difference: 0.3
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
14.3 km/L
Mazda CX5 Petrol
16 km/L
Difference: 1.7
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Yes
Mazda CX5 Petrol
No
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2 days
Mazda CX5 Petrol
2 days
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mazda CX5 Petrol, 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 Mazda CX5 Petrol comes with a 2.0 L petrol I4 delivering 165 hp and 210 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado offers 39 more horsepower than the Mazda CX5 Petrol.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado achieves 11.8 km/L, while the Mazda CX5 Petrol manages 11.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 14.3 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and 16 km/L from the Mazda CX5 Petrol. Overall, the Mazda CX5 Petrol 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 Mazda CX5 Petrol 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 8,500/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 8,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is KES Ksh 86,500/day more expensive than the Mazda CX5 Petrol, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado | Mazda CX5 Petrol |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 95,000 | KES Ksh 8,500 |
| Category | SUV, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, Luxury, VIP | Mid SUV, SUV, 4x4 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel | 2.0 L petrol I4 |
| Horsepower | 204 hp | 165 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 11.8 km/L | 11.5 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 14.3 km/L | 16 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 2 days | 2 days |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 4,000/day | KES Ksh 500/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 7,500/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 10,000/day | KES Ksh 1,500/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mazda CX5 Petrol offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado if you:
Choose the Mazda CX5 Petrol if you:
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