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    Nissan X-Trail vs Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    Trying to decide between the Nissan X-Trail and Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado? This comprehensive comparison will help you make an informed decision about which vehicle best suits your needs.

    Nissan X-Trail

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

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
    KES Ksh 95,000/dayView Details

    Key Similarities

    Vehicle Category

    Both vehicles are classified as SUV, 4x4 cars

    Transmission Type

    Both vehicles have Automatic transmission

    Self-Drive Option

    Both vehicles are available for self-drive

    Key Differences

    Daily Rate

    Nissan X-Trail

    KES Ksh 7,000

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    KES Ksh 95,000

    Difference: 88000

    Fuel Type

    Nissan X-Trail

    Petrol

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    Diesel

    Seating Capacity

    Nissan X-Trail

    5 seats

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    7 seats

    Difference: 2

    Engine

    Nissan X-Trail

    2.0 L petrol I4

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel

    Horsepower

    Nissan X-Trail

    143 hp

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    204 hp

    Difference: 61

    Torque

    Nissan X-Trail

    200 Nm

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    500 Nm

    Difference: 300

    City Fuel Economy

    Nissan X-Trail

    10.5 km/L

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    11.8 km/L

    Difference: 1.3

    Highway Fuel Economy

    Nissan X-Trail

    13 km/L

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    14.3 km/L

    Difference: 1.3

    Sunroof

    Nissan X-Trail

    No

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    Yes

    Minimum Rental Period

    Nissan X-Trail

    2 days

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    2 days

    0

    Performance Comparison

    When choosing between the Nissan X-Trail and Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado, performance characteristics play a significant role in your driving experience.

    Engine Power

    The Nissan X-Trail features a 2.0 L petrol I4 producing 143 hp and 200 Nm of torque. In comparison, the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado comes with a 2.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel delivering 204 hp and 500 Nm of torque. The Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado offers 61 more horsepower than the Nissan X-Trail.

    Fuel Efficiency

    In urban driving conditions, the Nissan X-Trail achieves 10.5 km/L, while the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado manages 11.8 km/L. On the highway, you can expect 13 km/L from the Nissan X-Trail and 14.3 km/L from the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado. Overall, the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado is more fuel-efficient.

    Comfort and Features

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

    Interior Space

    The Nissan X-Trail offers seating for 5 passengers, while the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado accommodates 7 passengers. This means the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado can carry 2 more passengers, making it better suited for larger groups.

    Additional Features

    Nissan X-Trail

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

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    • Equipped with sunroof
    • Automatic transmission
    • Diesel 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

    Nissan X-Trail

    KES Ksh 7,000/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 500/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 1,000/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 6,500/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 6,000/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 6,000/day

    Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado

    KES Ksh 95,000/day

    3-day discount: KES Ksh 4,000/day

    Weekly discount: KES Ksh 7,500/day

    Monthly discount: KES Ksh 10,000/day

    For 3+ days: KES Ksh 91,000/day

    For 7+ days: KES Ksh 87,500/day

    For 30+ days: KES Ksh 85,000/day

    The Nissan X-Trail is KES Ksh 88,000/day less expensive than the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado, making it a more economical choice, though with less power and fewer seats.

    Side-by-Side Comparison

    FeatureNissan X-TrailToyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado
    Daily RateKES Ksh 7,000KES Ksh 95,000
    CategoryMid SUV, SUV, 4x4SUV, 4x4, Safari, Land Cruiser, Luxury
    TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
    Fuel TypePetrolDiesel
    Seats57
    Engine2.0 L petrol I42.8 L inline‑4 turbo‑diesel
    Horsepower143 hp204 hp
    Torque200 Nm500 Nm
    City Fuel Economy10.5 km/L11.8 km/L
    Highway Fuel Economy13 km/L14.3 km/L
    SunroofNoYes
    Self-Drive OptionAvailableAvailable
    Minimum Rental2 days2 days
    3-Day DiscountKES Ksh 500/dayKES Ksh 4,000/day
    Weekly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 7,500/day
    Monthly DiscountKES Ksh 1,000/dayKES Ksh 10,000/day

    Conclusion

    Both the Nissan X-Trail and Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado offer compelling options for car hire in Nairobi, but they serve different needs.

    Choose the Nissan X-Trail if you:

    • Want a more budget-friendly option

    Choose the Toyota Land Cruiser J250 Prado if you:

    • Prefer more power and performance
    • Need to accommodate more passengers
    • Prioritize better fuel economy
    • Want a vehicle with a sunroof

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