Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Mercedes-Benz GLE? 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 come with a sunroof
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
KES Ksh 100,000
Mercedes-Benz GLE
KES Ksh 65,000
Difference: 35000
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz GLE
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
7 seats
Mercedes-Benz GLE
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)
Mercedes-Benz GLE
3.5 L petrol V6
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
304 hp
Mercedes-Benz GLE
302 hp
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
700 Nm
Mercedes-Benz GLE
370 Nm
Difference: 330
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
9 km/L
Mercedes-Benz GLE
9.4 km/L
Difference: 0.4
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
13.2 km/L
Mercedes-Benz GLE
12 km/L
Difference: 1.2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
5 days
Mercedes-Benz GLE
1 day
Difference: 4
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Mercedes-Benz GLE, 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 GLE comes with a 3.5 L petrol V6 delivering 302 hp and 370 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers 2 more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLE.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 achieves 9 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE manages 9.4 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.2 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and 12 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz GLE. 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 GLE 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 65,000/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 61,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 57,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 55,000/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is KES Ksh 35,000/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLE, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 | Mercedes-Benz GLE |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 100,000 | KES Ksh 65,000 |
| Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8 | Luxury, SUV, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV) | 3.5 L petrol V6 |
| Horsepower | 304 hp | 302 hp |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 9 km/L | 9.4 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 13.2 km/L | 12 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| 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 GLE 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 GLE if you:
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