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    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 vs Toyota Fortuner

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Toyota Fortuner? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
    KES Ksh 100,000/dayView Details

    Toyota Fortuner

    Toyota Fortuner
    KES Ksh 12,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as SUV, 4x4 cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    KES Ksh 100,000

    Toyota Fortuner

    KES Ksh 12,000

    Difference: 88000

    Fuel Type

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    Diesel

    Toyota Fortuner

    Petrol

    Seating Capacity

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    7 seats

    Toyota Fortuner

    5 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)

    Toyota Fortuner

    2.7 L petrol I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    304 hp

    Toyota Fortuner

    158 hp

    Difference: 146

    Torque

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    700 Nm

    Toyota Fortuner

    241 Nm

    Difference: 459

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    9 km/L

    Toyota Fortuner

    8 km/L

    Difference: 1.0

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    13.2 km/L

    Toyota Fortuner

    10 km/L

    Difference: 3.2

    Sunroof

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    Yes

    Toyota Fortuner

    No

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    5 days

    Toyota Fortuner

    5 days

    0

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Toyota Fortuner, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    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 Toyota Fortuner comes with a 2.7 L petrol I4 delivering 158 hp and 241 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers 146 more horsepower than the Toyota Fortuner.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 achieves 9 km/L, while the Toyota Fortuner manages 8 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.2 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and 10 km/L from the Toyota Fortuner. Overall, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Toyota Fortuner accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 5 days

    Toyota Fortuner

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 5 days

    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 LC300

    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

    Toyota Fortuner

    KES Ksh 12,000/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 12,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 11,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 9,500/day

    While the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is KES Ksh 88,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Fortuner, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota Land Cruiser LC300Toyota Fortuner
    Daily RateKES Ksh 100,000KES Ksh 12,000
    CategorySUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8SUV, 4x4
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
    Seats75
    Engine3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)2.7 L petrol I4
    Horsepower304 hp158 hp
    Torque700 Nm241 Nm
    City Fuel Economy9 km/L8 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy13.2 km/L10 km/L
    SunroofYesNo
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental5 days5 days
    3-Day DiscountKES Ksh 0/dayKES Ksh 0/day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 7,500/dayKES Ksh 1,000/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 10,000/dayKES Ksh 2,500/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Toyota Fortuner offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Need to accommodate more passengers
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Want a vehicle with a sunroof

    Choose the Toyota Fortuner if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option

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