Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as SUV, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Both vehicles are made by Toyota
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
KES Ksh 100,000
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
KES Ksh 11,000
Difference: 89000
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Diesel
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
7 seats
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
2.7 L petrol I4
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
304 hp
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
161 hp
Difference: 143
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
700 Nm
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
246 Nm
Difference: 454
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
9 km/L
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
8.5 km/L
Difference: 0.5
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
13.2 km/L
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
11.1 km/L
Difference: 2.1
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Yes
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
No
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
5 days
Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape
3 days
Difference: 2
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape, 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 Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape comes with a 2.7 L petrol I4 delivering 161 hp and 246 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers 143 more horsepower than the Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 achieves 9 km/L, while the Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape manages 8.5 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 Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape 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 11,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 9,500/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is KES Ksh 89,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 | Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 100,000 | KES Ksh 11,000 |
| Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8 | SUV, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV) | 2.7 L petrol I4 |
| Horsepower | 304 hp | 161 hp |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 246 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 9 km/L | 8.5 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 | 3 days |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 7,500/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 10,000/day | KES Ksh 1,500/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 if you:
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser J120 Prado, 2002-2009 Shape if you:
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