Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as Luxury cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
KES Ksh 30,000
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
KES Ksh 14,000
Difference: 16000
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
7 seats
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
4.5 L diesel V8
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
2.0 L petrol I4
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
268 hp
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
184 hp
Difference: 84
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
650 Nm
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
280 Nm
Difference: 370
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
7 km/L
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
11.2 km/L
Difference: 4.2
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
9 km/L
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
19.6 km/L
Difference: 10.6
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
Yes
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
No
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
5 days
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
3 days
Difference: 2
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel features a 4.5 L diesel V8 producing 268 hp and 650 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 comes with a 2.0 L petrol I4 delivering 184 hp and 280 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel offers 84 more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel achieves 7 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 manages 11.2 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 9 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and 19.6 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205. Overall, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel 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 30,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 2,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 28,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 25,000/day
KES Ksh 14,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 13,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 11,500/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel is KES Ksh 16,000/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel | Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 |
---|---|---|
Daily Rate | KES Ksh 30,000 | KES Ksh 14,000 |
Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP | Luxury, Sedan |
Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
Seats | 7 | 5 |
Engine | 4.5 L diesel V8 | 2.0 L petrol I4 |
Horsepower | 268 hp | 184 hp |
Torque | 650 Nm | 280 Nm |
City Fuel Economy | 7 km/L | 11.2 km/L |
Highway Fuel Economy | 9 km/L | 19.6 km/L |
Sunroof | Yes | No |
Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
Minimum Rental | 5 days | 3 days |
Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 2,000/day | KES Ksh 1,000/day |
Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 5,000/day | KES Ksh 2,500/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel if you:
Choose the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 if you:
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