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    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado vs Toyota Vellfire

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Toyota Vellfire? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
    KES Ksh 95,000/dayView Details

    Toyota Vellfire

    Toyota Vellfire
    KES Ksh 18,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as Luxury, VIP cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Seating Capacity

    Both vehicles have 7 seats

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    KES Ksh 95,000

    Toyota Vellfire

    KES Ksh 18,000

    Difference: 77000

    Fuel Type

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    Diesel

    Toyota Vellfire

    Petrol

    Engine

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel

    Toyota Vellfire

    2.5 L petrol I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    204 hp

    Toyota Vellfire

    182 hp

    Difference: 22

    Torque

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    500 Nm

    Toyota Vellfire

    235 Nm

    Difference: 265

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    11.8 km/L

    Toyota Vellfire

    9.6 km/L

    Difference: 2.2

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    14.3 km/L

    Toyota Vellfire

    13.5 km/L

    Difference: 0.8

    Sunroof

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    Yes

    Toyota Vellfire

    No

    Self-Drive Option

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    Available

    Toyota Vellfire

    Chauffeur-driven only

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    2 days

    Toyota Vellfire

    1 day

    Difference: 1

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Toyota Vellfire, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    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 Toyota Vellfire comes with a 2.5 L petrol I4 delivering 182 hp and 235 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado offers 22 more horsepower than the Toyota Vellfire.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado achieves 11.8 km/L, while the Toyota Vellfire manages 9.6 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 14.3 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and 13.5 km/L from the Toyota Vellfire. Overall, the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Toyota Vellfire accommodates 7 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 2 days

    Toyota Vellfire

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Chauffeur-driven only
    • 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 J250 Prado

    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

    Toyota Vellfire

    KES Ksh 18,000/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 16,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 15,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 13,000/day

    While the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is KES Ksh 77,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Vellfire, it offers more power.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota Land Cruiser J250 PradoToyota Vellfire
    Daily RateKES Ksh 95,000KES Ksh 18,000
    CategorySUV, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, Luxury, VIPVan, Luxury, VIP
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
    Seats77
    Engine2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel2.5 L petrol I4
    Horsepower204 hp182 hp
    Torque500 Nm235 Nm
    City Fuel Economy11.8 km/L9.6 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy14.3 km/L13.5 km/L
    SunroofYesNo
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableChauffeur-driven only
    Minimum Rental2 days1 day
    3-Day DiscountKES Ksh 4,000/dayKES Ksh 1,500/day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 7,500/dayKES Ksh 2,500/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 10,000/dayKES Ksh 5,000/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Toyota Vellfire offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Want a vehicle with a sunroof
    • Need a self-drive option

    Choose the Toyota Vellfire if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • 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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