Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as Luxury, VIP cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles come with a sunroof
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
KES Ksh 100,000
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
KES Ksh 40,000
Difference: 60000
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
7 seats
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
304 hp
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
362 hp
Difference: 58
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
700 Nm
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
500 Nm
Difference: 200
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
9 km/L
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
7.6 km/L
Difference: 1.4
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
13.2 km/L
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
11.9 km/L
Difference: 1.3
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Chauffeur-driven only
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
5 days
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
1 day
Difference: 4
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class, 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 S-Class comes with a 3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6 delivering 362 hp and 500 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers 58 more horsepower than the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 achieves 9 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz S-Class manages 7.6 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.2 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and 11.9 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. 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 S-Class 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 40,000/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 36,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 32,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 30,000/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is KES Ksh 60,000/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, it provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 | Mercedes-Benz S-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 100,000 | KES Ksh 40,000 |
| Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8 | Luxury, Sedan, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV) | 3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6 |
| Horsepower | 304 hp | 362 hp |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 500 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 9 km/L | 7.6 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 13.2 km/L | 11.9 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Chauffeur-driven only |
| 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 S-Class 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 S-Class if you:
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