Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Nissan X-Trail? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as SUV, 4x4 cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
KES Ksh 100,000
Nissan X-Trail
KES Ksh 7,000
Difference: 93000
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Diesel
Nissan X-Trail
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
7 seats
Nissan X-Trail
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV)
Nissan X-Trail
2.0 L petrol I4
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
304 hp
Nissan X-Trail
143 hp
Difference: 161
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
700 Nm
Nissan X-Trail
200 Nm
Difference: 500
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
9 km/L
Nissan X-Trail
10.5 km/L
Difference: 1.5
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
13.2 km/L
Nissan X-Trail
13 km/L
Difference: 0.2
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Yes
Nissan X-Trail
No
Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
5 days
Nissan X-Trail
2 days
Difference: 3
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Nissan X-Trail, 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 Nissan X-Trail comes with a 2.0 L petrol I4 delivering 143 hp and 200 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 offers 161 more horsepower than the Nissan X-Trail.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 achieves 9 km/L, while the Nissan X-Trail manages 10.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.2 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and 13 km/L from the Nissan X-Trail. Overall, the Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 7,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 500/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 6,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 6,000/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 is KES Ksh 93,000/day more expensive than the Nissan X-Trail, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 | Nissan X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 100,000 | KES Ksh 7,000 |
| Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8 | Mid SUV, SUV, 4x4 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 3.3 L twin‑turbo diesel V6 (F33A‑FTV) | 2.0 L petrol I4 |
| Horsepower | 304 hp | 143 hp |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 200 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 9 km/L | 10.5 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 13.2 km/L | 13 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 5 days | 2 days |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 500/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 7,500/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 10,000/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 and Nissan X-Trail offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 if you:
Choose the Nissan X-Trail if you:
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