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    Toyota Vellfire vs Toyota Premio

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

    Toyota Vellfire

    Toyota Vellfire
    KES Ksh 12,500/dayView Details

    Toyota Premio

    Toyota Premio
    KES Ksh 8,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Fuel Type

    Both vehicles run on Petrol

    Manufacturer

    Both vehicles are made by Toyota

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Vellfire

    KES Ksh 12,500

    Toyota Premio

    KES Ksh 8,000

    Difference: 4500

    Seating Capacity

    Toyota Vellfire

    7 seats

    Toyota Premio

    5 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Toyota Vellfire

    2.5 L petrol I4

    Toyota Premio

    1.8 L petrol I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Vellfire

    182 hp

    Toyota Premio

    132 hp

    Difference: 50

    Torque

    Toyota Vellfire

    235 Nm

    Toyota Premio

    173 Nm

    Difference: 62

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Vellfire

    9.6 km/L

    Toyota Premio

    9.5 km/L

    Difference: 0.1

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Vellfire

    13.5 km/L

    Toyota Premio

    15 km/L

    Difference: 1.5

    Self-Drive Option

    Toyota Vellfire

    Chauffeur-driven only

    Toyota Premio

    Available

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Vellfire

    1 day

    Toyota Premio

    5 days

    Difference: 4

    Performance Comparison

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

    Engine Power

    The Toyota Vellfire features a 2.5 L petrol I4 producing 182 hp and 235 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Premio comes with a 1.8 L petrol I4 delivering 132 hp and 173 Nm of torque. The Toyota Vellfire offers 50 more horsepower than the Toyota Premio.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Vellfire achieves 9.6 km/L, while the Toyota Premio manages 9.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.5 km/L from the Toyota Vellfire and 15 km/L from the Toyota Premio. Overall, the Toyota Premio is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Toyota Vellfire offers seating for 7 passengers, while the Toyota Premio accommodates 5 passengers. This means the Toyota Vellfire can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.

    Additional Features

    Toyota Vellfire

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Chauffeur-driven only
    • Minimum rental: 1 day

    Toyota Premio

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

    KES Ksh 12,500/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 11,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 10,000/day

    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

    While the Toyota Vellfire is KES Ksh 4,500/day more expensive than the Toyota Premio, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota VellfireToyota Premio
    Daily RateKES Ksh 12,500KES Ksh 8,000
    CategoryVan, Luxury, VIPSedan
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Seats75
    Engine2.5 L petrol I41.8 L petrol I4
    Horsepower182 hp132 hp
    Torque235 Nm173 Nm
    City Fuel Economy9.6 km/L9.5 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy13.5 km/L15 km/L
    SunroofNoNo
    Self-Drive OptionChauffeur-driven onlyAvailable
    Minimum Rental1 day5 days
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 1,000/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 2,500/dayKES Ksh 2,500/day

    Conclusion

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

    Choose the Toyota Vellfire if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Need to accommodate more passengers
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Require shorter rental periods

    Choose the Toyota Premio if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Need a self-drive option

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