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    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel vs Toyota Crown

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Toyota Crown? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
    KES Ksh 30,000/dayView Details

    Toyota Crown

    Toyota Crown
    KES Ksh 8,500/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as Luxury cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    KES Ksh 30,000

    Toyota Crown

    KES Ksh 8,500

    Difference: 21500

    Fuel Type

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    Diesel

    Toyota Crown

    Petrol

    Seating Capacity

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    7 seats

    Toyota Crown

    5 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    4.5 L diesel V8

    Toyota Crown

    2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    268 hp

    Toyota Crown

    226 hp

    Difference: 42

    Torque

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    650 Nm

    Toyota Crown

    222 Nm

    Difference: 428

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    7 km/L

    Toyota Crown

    17.2 km/L

    Difference: 10.2

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    9 km/L

    Toyota Crown

    21.3 km/L

    Difference: 12.3

    Sunroof

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    Yes

    Toyota Crown

    No

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    5 days

    Toyota Crown

    3 days

    Difference: 2

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Toyota Crown, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    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 Toyota Crown comes with a 2.5 L petrol-hybrid I4 delivering 226 hp and 222 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel offers 42 more horsepower than the Toyota Crown.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel achieves 7 km/L, while the Toyota Crown manages 17.2 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 9 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and 21.3 km/L from the Toyota Crown. Overall, the Toyota Crown is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

    Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Toyota Crown accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 5 days

    Toyota Crown

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 3 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 V8 LC200 Diesel

    KES Ksh 30,000/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 30,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 27,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 25,000/day

    Toyota Crown

    KES Ksh 8,500/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 8,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day

    While the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel is KES Ksh 21,500/day more expensive than the Toyota Crown, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 DieselToyota Crown
    Daily RateKES Ksh 30,000KES Ksh 8,500
    CategorySUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8Sedan, Luxury
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypeDieselPetrol
    Seats75
    Engine4.5 L diesel V82.5 L petrol-hybrid I4
    Horsepower268 hp226 hp
    Torque650 Nm222 Nm
    City Fuel Economy7 km/L17.2 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy9 km/L21.3 km/L
    SunroofYesNo
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental5 days3 days
    3-Day DiscountKES Ksh 0/dayKES Ksh 0/day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 2,500/dayKES Ksh 1,000/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 5,000/dayKES Ksh 1,500/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Toyota Crown offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Need to accommodate more passengers
    • Want a vehicle with a sunroof

    Choose the Toyota Crown if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Require shorter rental periods

    For more information or to book either of these vehicles, click the View Details button above or contact EliteMotion Luxury Car Hire directly.

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