Trying to decide between the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.
Both vehicles are classified as Luxury, VIP cars
Both vehicles have Automatic transmission
Both vehicles come with a sunroof
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
KES Ksh 40,000
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
KES Ksh 30,000
Difference: 10000
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Petrol
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
5 seats
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
7 seats
Difference: 2
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
4.5 L diesel V8
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
362 hp
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
268 hp
Difference: 94
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
500 Nm
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
650 Nm
Difference: 150
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
7.6 km/L
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
7 km/L
Difference: 0.6
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
11.9 km/L
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
9 km/L
Difference: 2.9
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Chauffeur-driven only
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
Available
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
1 day
Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel
5 days
Difference: 4
When choosing between the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class features a 3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6 producing 362 hp and 500 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel comes with a 4.5 L diesel V8 delivering 268 hp and 650 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers 94 more horsepower than the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel.
In urban driving conditions, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class achieves 7.6 km/L, while the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel manages 7 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 11.9 km/L from the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and 9 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel. Overall, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is more fuel-efficient.
Comfort features significantly impact your travel experience, especially during longer rentals.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel accommodates 7 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 40,000/day
Weekly discount: KES Ksh 5,000/day
Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day
For 7+ days: KES Ksh 35,000/day
For 30+ days: KES Ksh 30,000/day
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
While the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is KES Ksh 10,000/day more expensive than the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel, it offers more power.
Feature | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel |
---|---|---|
Daily Rate | KES Ksh 40,000 | KES Ksh 30,000 |
Category | Luxury, Sedan, VIP | SUV, Luxury, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, VIP, V8 |
Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
Seats | 5 | 7 |
Engine | 3.0 L twin-turbo petrol V6 | 4.5 L diesel V8 |
Horsepower | 362 hp | 268 hp |
Torque | 500 Nm | 650 Nm |
City Fuel Economy | 7.6 km/L | 7 km/L |
Highway Fuel Economy | 11.9 km/L | 9 km/L |
Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
Self-Drive Option | Chauffeur-driven only | Available |
Minimum Rental | 1 day | 5 days |
Weekly Discount | KES Ksh 5,000/day | KES Ksh 2,000/day |
Monthly Discount | KES Ksh 10,000/day | KES Ksh 5,000/day |
Both the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.
Choose the Mercedes-Benz S-Class if you:
Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 LC200 Diesel if you:
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