Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Lexus RX-300? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as SUV, Luxury, 4x4 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
Lexus RX-300
KES Ksh 13,000
Difference: 17000
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
Diesel
Lexus RX-300
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
7 seats
Lexus RX-300
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
4.5 L diesel V8
Lexus RX-300
2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS)
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
268 hp
Lexus RX-300
235 hp
Difference: 33
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
650 Nm
Lexus RX-300
350 Nm
Difference: 300
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
7 km/L
Lexus RX-300
10.4 km/L
Difference: 3.4
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
9 km/L
Lexus RX-300
16.9 km/L
Difference: 7.9
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
5 days
Lexus RX-300
5 days
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and Lexus RX-300, 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 Lexus RX-300 comes with a 2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS) delivering 235 hp and 350 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel offers 33 more horsepower than the Lexus RX-300.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel achieves 7 km/L, while the Lexus RX-300 manages 10.4 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 9 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel and 16.9 km/L from the Lexus RX-300. Overall, the Lexus RX-300 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 Lexus RX-300 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
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
KES Ksh 13,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 0/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 13,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 12,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 10,500/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel is KES Ksh 17,000/day more expensive than the Lexus RX-300, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel | Lexus RX-300 |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 30,000 | KES Ksh 13,000 |
| Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8 | Luxury, SUV, 4x4, Mid SUV |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 4.5 L diesel V8 | 2.0 L turbo-petrol I4 (8AR-FTS) |
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 235 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 350 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 7 km/L | 10.4 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 9 km/L | 16.9 km/L |
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 5 days | 5 days |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 0/day | KES Ksh 0/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 2,500/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 Lexus RX-300 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 Lexus RX-300 if you:
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