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    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 vs Lexus RX-300

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Lexus RX-300? 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

    Lexus RX-300

    Lexus RX-300
    KES Ksh 13,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as SUV, Luxury, 4x4 cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Sunroof

    Both vehicles come with a sunroof

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    KES Ksh 100,000

    Lexus RX-300

    KES Ksh 13,000

    Difference: 87000

    Fuel Type

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    Diesel

    Lexus RX-300

    Petrol

    Seating Capacity

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    7 seats

    Lexus RX-300

    5 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

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

    Lexus RX-300

    2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS)

    Horsepower

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    304 hp

    Lexus RX-300

    235 hp

    Difference: 69

    Torque

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    700 Nm

    Lexus RX-300

    350 Nm

    Difference: 350

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    9 km/L

    Lexus RX-300

    10.4 km/L

    Difference: 1.4

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    13.2 km/L

    Lexus RX-300

    16.9 km/L

    Difference: 3.7

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Land Cruiser LC300

    5 days

    Lexus RX-300

    5 days

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    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Lexus RX-300, 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 Lexus RX-300 comes with a 2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS) delivering 235 hp and 350 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers 69 more horsepower than the Lexus RX-300.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 achieves 9 km/L, while the Lexus RX-300 manages 10.4 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.2 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and 16.9 km/L from the Lexus RX-300. Overall, the Lexus RX-300 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 Lexus RX-300 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

    Lexus RX-300

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • 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

    Lexus RX-300

    KES Ksh 13,000/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 13,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 12,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 10,500/day

    While the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is KES Ksh 87,000/day more expensive than the Lexus RX-300, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota Land Cruiser LC300Lexus RX-300
    Daily RateKES Ksh 100,000KES Ksh 13,000
    CategorySUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8Luxury, SUV, 4x4, Mid SUV
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
    Seats75
    Engine3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS)
    Horsepower304 hp235 hp
    Torque700 Nm350 Nm
    City Fuel Economy9 km/L10.4 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy13.2 km/L16.9 km/L
    SunroofYesYes
    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 Lexus RX-300 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

    Choose the Lexus RX-300 if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Prioritize better fuel economy

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