Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Mercedes-Benz GLE? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as SUV, Luxury, VIP cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles come with a sunroof
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
KES Ksh 30,000
Mercedes-Benz GLE
KES Ksh 65,000
Difference: 35000
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz GLE
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
7 seats
Mercedes-Benz GLE
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
4.5 L diesel V8
Mercedes-Benz GLE
3.5 L petrol V6
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
268 hp
Mercedes-Benz GLE
302 hp
Difference: 34
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
650 Nm
Mercedes-Benz GLE
370 Nm
Difference: 280
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
7 km/L
Mercedes-Benz GLE
9.4 km/L
Difference: 2.4
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
9 km/L
Mercedes-Benz GLE
12 km/L
Difference: 3.0
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
5 days
Mercedes-Benz GLE
1 day
Difference: 4
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Mercedes-Benz GLE, 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 GLE comes with a 3.5 L petrol V6 delivering 302 hp and 370 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz GLE offers 34 more horsepower than the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel achieves 7 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz GLE manages 9.4 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 9 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and 12 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz GLE. Overall, the Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 GLE 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 65,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 60,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 55,000/day
The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel is KES Ksh 35,000/day less expensive than the Mercedes-Benz GLE, making it a more economical choice, though with less power.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel | Mercedes-Benz GLE |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 30,000 | KES Ksh 65,000 |
| Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP | Luxury, SUV, VIP |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 4.5 L diesel V8 | 3.5 L petrol V6 |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 302 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 370 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 7 km/L | 9.4 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 9 km/L | 12 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 5 days | 1 day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 2,000/day | KES Ksh 5,000/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 5,000/day | KES Ksh 10,000/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 GLE if you:
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