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    Toyota Vellfire vs Nissan X-Trail

    Trying to decide between the Toyota Vellfire and Nissan X-Trail? 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

    Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail
    KES Ksh 7,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Fuel Type

    Both vehicles run on Petrol

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Toyota Vellfire

    KES Ksh 12,500

    Nissan X-Trail

    KES Ksh 7,000

    Difference: 5500

    Seating Capacity

    Toyota Vellfire

    7 seats

    Nissan X-Trail

    5 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Toyota Vellfire

    2.5 L petrol I4

    Nissan X-Trail

    2.0 L petrol I4

    Horsepower

    Toyota Vellfire

    182 hp

    Nissan X-Trail

    143 hp

    Difference: 39

    Torque

    Toyota Vellfire

    235 Nm

    Nissan X-Trail

    200 Nm

    Difference: 35

    City Fuel Economy

    Toyota Vellfire

    9.6 km/L

    Nissan X-Trail

    10.5 km/L

    Difference: 0.9

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Toyota Vellfire

    13.5 km/L

    Nissan X-Trail

    13 km/L

    Difference: 0.5

    Self-Drive Option

    Toyota Vellfire

    Chauffeur-driven only

    Nissan X-Trail

    Available

    Minimum Rental Period

    Toyota Vellfire

    1 day

    Nissan X-Trail

    2 days

    Difference: 1

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Toyota Vellfire and Nissan X-Trail, 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 Nissan X-Trail comes with a 2.0 L petrol I4 delivering 143 hp and 200 Nm of torque. The Toyota Vellfire offers 39 more horsepower than the Nissan X-Trail.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Toyota Vellfire achieves 9.6 km/L, while the Nissan X-Trail manages 10.5 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13.5 km/L from the Toyota Vellfire and 13 km/L from the Nissan X-Trail. Overall, the Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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

    Nissan X-Trail

    • Automatic transmission
    • Petrol engine
    • Available for self-drive
    • Minimum rental: 2 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

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 2,500/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 11,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 11,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 10,000/day

    Nissan X-Trail

    KES Ksh 7,000/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 500/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 500/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 6,000/day

    While the Toyota Vellfire is KES Ksh 5,500/day more expensive than the Nissan X-Trail, it offers more power and provides more seating capacity.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureToyota VellfireNissan X-Trail
    Daily RateKES Ksh 12,500KES Ksh 7,000
    CategoryVan, Luxury, VIPMid SUV, SUV, 4x4
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
    Seats75
    Engine2.5 L petrol I42.0 L petrol I4
    Horsepower182 hp143 hp
    Torque235 Nm200 Nm
    City Fuel Economy9.6 km/L10.5 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy13.5 km/L13 km/L
    SunroofNoNo
    Self-Drive OptionChauffeur-driven onlyAvailable
    Minimum Rental1 day2 days
    3-Day DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 500/day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 500/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 2,500/dayKES Ksh 1,000/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Toyota Vellfire and Nissan X-Trail 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
    • Require shorter rental periods

    Choose the Nissan X-Trail if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Need a self-drive option

    For more information or to book either of these vehicles, click the View Details button above or contact EliteMotion Luxury Car Hire directly.

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