Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mercedes-Benz V-Class? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as Luxury, VIP cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles have 7 seats
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
KES Ksh 95,000
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
KES Ksh 30,000
Difference: 65000
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
2.0 L petrol I4
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
204 hp
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
211 hp
Difference: 7
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
500 Nm
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
350 Nm
Difference: 150
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
11.8 km/L
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
14.5 km/L
Difference: 2.7
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
14.3 km/L
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
18.2 km/L
Difference: 3.9
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Yes
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
No
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Available
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Chauffeur-driven only
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2 days
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
1 day
Difference: 1
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mercedes-Benz V-Class, 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 V-Class comes with a 2.0 L petrol I4 delivering 211 hp and 350 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz V-Class offers 7 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 V-Class manages 14.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 14.3 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and 18.2 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Overall, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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 V-Class accommodates 7 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.
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 30,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 28,500/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 27,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 25,000/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is KES Ksh 65,000/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz V-Class, it .
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado | Mercedes-Benz V-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 95,000 | KES Ksh 30,000 |
| Category | SUV, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, Luxury, VIP | Luxury, Van, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Engine | 2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel | 2.0 L petrol I4 |
| Horsepower | 204 hp | 211 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 11.8 km/L | 14.5 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 14.3 km/L | 18.2 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 1,500/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 7,500/day | KES Ksh 2,500/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 10,000/day | KES Ksh 5,000/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Mercedes-Benz V-Class 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 V-Class if you:
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