Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Mercedes-Benz G Wagon? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as SUV, Luxury, VIP cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles run on Diesel
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
KES Ksh 100,000
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
KES Ksh 85,000
Difference: 15000
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
7 seats
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
3.0 L diesel V6
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
304 hp
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
245 hp
Difference: 59
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
700 Nm
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
600 Nm
Difference: 100
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
9 km/L
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
9.2 km/L
Difference: 0.2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
13.2 km/L
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
11.1 km/L
Difference: 2.1
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Yes
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
No
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
5 days
Mercedes-Benz G Wagon
1 day
Difference: 4
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Mercedes-Benz G Wagon, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 features a 3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV) producing 304 hp and 700 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon comes with a 3.0 L diesel V6 delivering 245 hp and 600 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers 59 more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 achieves 9 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon manages 9.2 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.2 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and 11.1 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon. Overall, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 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 100,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 7,500/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 100,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 92,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 90,000/day
KES Ksh 85,000/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 81,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 77,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 75,000/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is KES Ksh 15,000/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 | Mercedes-Benz G Wagon |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 100,000 | KES Ksh 85,000 |
| Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8 | Luxury, SUV, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV) | 3.0 L diesel V6 |
| Horsepower | 304 hp | 245 hp |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 600 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 9 km/L | 9.2 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 13.2 km/L | 11.1 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 5 days | 1 day |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/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 LC300 and Mercedes-Benz G Wagon offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 if you:
Choose the Mercedes-Benz G Wagon if you:
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