Trying to decide between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212? 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 run on Petrol
Both vehicles are available for self-drive
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
KES Ksh 25,000
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
KES Ksh 18,500
Difference: 6500
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
7 seats
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
5 seats
Difference: 2
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
5.7 L petrol V8
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
2.0 L petrol I4
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
381 hp
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
184 hp
Difference: 197
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
544 Nm
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
300 Nm
Difference: 244
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
5.5 km/L
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
12.5 km/L
Difference: 7.0
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
7.7 km/L
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
17.9 km/L
Difference: 10.2
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200
2 days
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212
3 days
Difference: 1
When choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 features a 5.7 L petrol V8 producing 381 hp and 544 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 comes with a 2.0 L petrol I4 delivering 184 hp and 300 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 offers 197 more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212.
In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 achieves 5.5 km/L, while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 manages 12.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 7.7 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 and 17.9 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212. Overall, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 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 25,000/day
3-day discount: KES Ksh 1,500/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
For 3+ days: KES Ksh 23,500/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 22,500/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 20,000/day
KES Ksh 18,500/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 18,500/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 16,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 13,500/day
While the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 is KES Ksh 6,500/day more expensive than the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.
| Feature | Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Rate | KES Ksh 25,000 | KES Ksh 18,500 |
| Category | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8 | Luxury, Sedan |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Engine | 5.7 L petrol V8 | 2.0 L petrol I4 |
| Horsepower | 381 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 300 Nm |
| City Fuel Economy | 5.5 km/L | 12.5 km/L |
| Highway Fuel Economy | 7.7 km/L | 17.9 km/L |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| Self-Drive Option | Available | Available |
| Minimum Rental | 2 days | 3 days |
| 3-Day Discount | KES Ksh 1,500/day | KES Ksh 0/day |
| Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 2,500/day | KES Ksh 2,500/day |
| Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 5,000/day | KES Ksh 5,000/day |
Both the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 if you:
Choose the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 if you:
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