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    Toyota Premio vs Toyota Axio

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Premio and Toyota Axio? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Toyota Premio

    Toyota Premio
    KES Ksh 8,000/dayView Details

    Toyota Axio

    Toyota Axio
    KES Ksh 4,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as Sedan cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Fuel Type

    Both vehicles run on Petrol

    Seating Capacity

    Both vehicles have 5 seats

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Premio

    KES Ksh 8,000

    Toyota Axio

    KES Ksh 4,000

    Difference: 4000

    Engine

    Toyota Premio

    1.8 L petrol I4

    Toyota Axio

    1.5 L petrol I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Premio

    132 hp

    Toyota Axio

    109 hp

    Difference: 23

    Torque

    Toyota Premio

    173 Nm

    Toyota Axio

    136 Nm

    Difference: 37

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Premio

    9.5 km/L

    Toyota Axio

    16 km/L

    Difference: 6.5

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Premio

    15 km/L

    Toyota Axio

    19.2 km/L

    Difference: 4.2

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Premio

    5 days

    Toyota Axio

    3 days

    Difference: 2

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Premio and Toyota Axio, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Toyota Premio features a 1.8 L petrol I4 producing 132 hp and 173 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Axio comes with a 1.5 L petrol I4 delivering 109 hp and 136 Nm of torque. The Toyota Premio offers 23 more horsepower than the Toyota Axio.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Premio achieves 9.5 km/L, while the Toyota Axio manages 16 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 15 km/L from the Toyota Premio and 19.2 km/L from the Toyota Axio. Overall, the Toyota Axio is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Premio offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Toyota Axio accommodates 5 passengers. Both vehicles offer the same passenger capacity.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Premio

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 5 days

    Toyota Axio

    • 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 Premio

    KES Ksh 8,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 7,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 5,500/day

    Toyota Axio

    KES Ksh 4,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 250/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 3,750/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 3,500/day

    While the Toyota Premio is KES Ksh 4,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Axio, it offers more power.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota PremioToyota Axio
    Daily RateKES Ksh 8,000KES Ksh 4,000
    CategorySedanSedan, Small Car
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Seats55
    Engine1.8 L petrol I41.5 L petrol I4
    Horsepower132 hp109 hp
    Torque173 Nm136 Nm
    City Fuel Economy9.5 km/L16 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy15 km/L19.2 km/L
    SunroofNoNo
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental5 days3 days
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 250/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 2,500/dayKES Ksh 500/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Premio and Toyota Axio offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Toyota Premio if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance

    Choose the Toyota Axio if you:

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

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