Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Nissan X-Trail? 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
Nissan X-Trail
KES Ksh 7,500
Difference: 87500
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Diesel
Nissan X-Trail
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
7 seats
Nissan X-Trail
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel
Nissan X-Trail
2.0 L petrol I4
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
204 hp
Nissan X-Trail
143 hp
Difference: 61
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
500 Nm
Nissan X-Trail
200 Nm
Difference: 300
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
11.8 km/L
Nissan X-Trail
10.5 km/L
Difference: 1.3
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
14.3 km/L
Nissan X-Trail
13 km/L
Difference: 1.3
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
Yes
Nissan X-Trail
No
Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
2 days
Nissan X-Trail
2 days
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Nissan X-Trail, 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 Nissan X-Trail comes with a 2.0 L petrol I4 delivering 143 hp and 200 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado offers 61 more horsepower than the Nissan X-Trail.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado achieves 11.8 km/L, while the Nissan X-Trail manages 10.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 14.3 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and 13 km/L from the Nissan X-Trail. 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 7,500/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 500/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is KES Ksh 87,500/day more expensive than the Nissan X-Trail, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado | Nissan X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 95,000 | KES Ksh 7,500 |
| 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 | 143 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 200 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 11.8 km/L | 10.5 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 14.3 km/L | 13 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 1,000/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado and Nissan X-Trail offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado if you:
Choose the Nissan X-Trail if you:
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