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Toyota Harrier

A luxury status symbol crossover utilizing sharp curves, plush interior styling, and efficient hybrid packages with sub-2,500 cc duty savings.

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Audi Q7

Pinnacle 7-seater German luxury SUV combining MLB Evo chassis lightness, adaptive air suspension, and Quattro AWD.

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Lexus RX 300

Highly comfortable luxury mid-size crossover with smooth 238 hp turbo engine and 200 mm clearance.

Toyota HarrierAudi Q7Lexus RX 300
Mandai score
9/10
8.5/10
8.5/10
Typical price
KSh 4,800,000
KSh 6,800,000
KSh 5,800,000
Years
2017-2023
2017-2023
2017-2022
Body type
Mid-size SUV
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Mid-size SUV
Fuel
Petrol, Hybrid
Petrol, Diesel
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, CVT
Automatic
Automatic
Doors
5
5
5
Most popular trim
Harrier 2.0 Progressive / 2.5 Hybrid E-Four / Z Leather Package
Q7 2.0 TFSI / 3.0 TFSI Quattro S Line
RX 300 F Sport / Version L
Dealer listings
None listed
None listed
None listed

Fuel and running cost

Trim
Standard
Lexus RX 300 2.0L Turbo
Fuel consumption
13.0 km/L7.7 L/100km combined · about 780 km a tank
12.5 km/L8.0 L/100km combined · about 1063 km a tank
11.8 km/L8.5 L/100km combined · about 850 km a tank
Running cost
KSh 1,746 / 100 kmKSh 17 a km · KSh 17,458 for 1,000 km · petrol
KSh 1,816 / 100 kmKSh 18 a km · KSh 18,157 for 1,000 km · petrol
KSh 1,923 / 100 kmKSh 19 a km · KSh 19,234 for 1,000 km · petrol

Dimensions

Length
4,725 mm (XU60) / 4,740 mm (XU80)
5,052 mm
4,890 mm
Width
1,835 mm (XU60) / 1,855 mm (XU80)
1,968 mm
1,895 mm
Height
1,690 mm (XU60) / 1,660 mm (XU80)
1,741 mm
1,690 mm
Wheelbase
2,660 mm (XU60) / 2,690 mm (XU80)
2,994 mm
2,790 mm
Ground clearance
190 mm (XU60) / 195 mm (XU80)
210 mm
200 mm
Boot space
456 L (1,150 L folded)
295 L (7 seats) / 770 L (5 seats)
553 L (1,626 L folded)
Kerb weight
1,580 kg (1,750 kg Hybrid)
2,070 kg
1,890 kg
Seats
5
7
5 or 7 (RX 300L)

Specifications

Engine
2.0L 3ZR-FAE / 2.0L 8AR-FTS Turbo / 2.5L A25A-FXS Hybrid
3.0L V6 TFSI Supercharged / Mild Hybrid
2.0L 8AR-FTS Twin-Scroll Turbo Petrol
Power
151 hp (2.0L) / 227 hp (2.0T) / 222 hp combined (2.5L Hybrid)
333 hp @ 5,500–6,500 rpm
238 hp @ 4,800–5,600 rpm
Torque
193 Nm (2.0L) / 350 Nm (2.0T) / 221 Nm (2.5L Hybrid)
440 Nm @ 2,900–5,300 rpm
350 Nm @ 1,650–4,000 rpm
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive / Dynamic Torque Control AWD / E-Four
Quattro Permanent All-Wheel Drive
Dynamic Torque Control AWD
0–100 km/h
7.2 sec (2.0T) / 7.9 sec (2.5L Hybrid) / 10.2 sec (2.0L)
6.1 sec
9.2 sec
Top speed
200 km/h
250 km/h
200 km/h

Fuel economy

Combined
13.0 km/L (2.0L NA) / 12.5 km/L (2.0T) / 21.0 km/L (2.5L Hybrid)
12.5 km/L (2.0T) / 10.5 km/L (3.0T V6)
11.8 km/L
City
11.0 km/L (2.0L NA) / 10.2 km/L (2.0T) / 19.5 km/L (2.5L Hybrid)
10.0 km/L (2.0T) / 8.5 km/L (3.0T V6)
9.5 km/L
Highway
15.0 km/L (2.0L NA) / 14.5 km/L (2.0T) / 22.5 km/L (2.5L Hybrid)
14.5 km/L (2.0T) / 12.5 km/L (3.0T V6)
14.2 km/L
Tank size
60 L (Petrol) / 55 L (Hybrid)
85 L
72 L
CO₂ emissions
148 g/km (2.0L) / 106 g/km (Hybrid)
179 g/km
189 g/km

At a glance

Model
Toyota Harrier (XU60 & XU80 Series)
Audi Q7 (4M Series)
Lexus RX 300 (AL20 Series)
Production years
2017–2023
2017–2023
2017–2022
Body type
5-Door Luxury Executive Crossover
5-Door Flagship 7-Seater Luxury SUV
5-Door Mid-Size Luxury SUV
Seating capacity
5
7 seats
5 or 7 (RX 300L)
Fuel types
Petrol, Full Hybrid (THS-II)
Petrol (TFSI), Clean Diesel (TDI)
Petrol
Engine sizes
1,986 cc (2.0L) / 1,998 cc (2.0T) / 2,493 cc (2.5L Hybrid)
1,984 cc / 2,995 cc / 2,967 cc
1,998 cc (2.0L Turbo)
Transmission
Direct Shift CVT / 6-Speed ECT / e-CVT
8-speed Tiptronic Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD or Dynamic Torque Control AWD / E-Four
Quattro Permanent All-Wheel Drive
Dynamic Torque Control AWD
Ground clearance
190 mm (XU60) / 195 mm (XU80)
210 mm (up to 245 mm with air suspension)
200 mm
Source market
Japan (RHD)
Japan / UK (RHD)
UK / Japan (RHD)

Pros and cons

What’s good
  • Unrivaled corporate prestige: A recognized luxury status symbol across Nairobi and estate developments.
  • Sub-2,500 cc KRA duty advantage: All 2.0L, 2.0T, and 2.5L Hybrid engines qualify for the 25% excise tax bracket.
  • 227 hp 2.0L Turbo power (8AR-FTS): Delivers punchy, sporty acceleration that local driving enthusiasts love.
  • 21.0 km/L THS-II hybrid efficiency: Exceptional fuel savings in heavy urban traffic jams.
  • Adaptive air suspension height: Adjustable ground clearance from 210 mm up to 245 mm for off-road tracks.
  • Sub-2,500 cc duty savings on 2.0L TFSI: Qualifies for KRA's 25% excise duty bracket.
  • Electrically folding 3rd-row seats: Expands boot space to 770 L with push-button convenience.
  • Exceptional high-speed stability: MLB Evo chassis provides limousine-like ride comfort on highways.
  • Sub-2,000 cc KRA import duty tax savings.
  • Exceptionally quiet, refined cabin with Mark Levinson audio.
  • Reliable Toyota 8AR-FTS turbo engine mechanicals.
What’s not so good
  • 2.0L NA can feel underpowered when loaded: Naturally aspirated 3ZR-FAE laboring on steep Limuru highway inclines.
  • Electrochromic sunroof replacement cost: 4th Gen dimming glass roof requires specialized OEM glass care.
  • 5.05-meter overall length: Demands large parking spaces in Nairobi shopping malls.
  • Air suspension strut wear: Pneumatic air bags require replacement after high-mileage use.
  • Remote Touch trackpad interface requires patience.
  • 6-speed automatic feels traditional compared to 8-speed rivals.
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