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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.

BMW X5

Flagship luxury executive SUV combining G05 stature, B57/B58 power, xDrive AWD, and supreme road presence.

Mazda CX-5

A dominant crossover in Kenya balancing Kodo styling, 210 mm ground clearance, and 19.5 km/L diesel efficiency.

Best value

Toyota HarrierBMW X5Mazda CX-5

Mandai score

9/10

7/10

Typical price

KSh 4,800,000

KSh 6,800,000

KSh 3,200,000

Years

2017-2023

Body type

Mid-size SUV

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Mid-size SUV

Fuel

Petrol, Hybrid

Petrol, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid

Petrol, Diesel

Transmission

Automatic, CVT

Automatic

Doors

Fuel and running cost

Trim

Standard

Fuel consumption

13.0 km/L7.7 L/100km combined · about 780 km a tank

14.2 km/L7.0 L/100km combined · about 1136 km a tank

19.5 km/L5.1 L/100km combined · about 1131 km a tank

Running cost

KSh 1,746 / 100 kmKSh 17 a km · KSh 17,458 for 1,000 km · petrol

KSh 1,598 / 100 kmKSh 16 a km · KSh 15,983 for 1,000 km · petrol

KSh 1,168 / 100 kmKSh 12 a km · KSh 11,680 for 1,000 km · diesel

Dimensions

Length

4,725 mm (XU60) / 4,740 mm (XU80)

4,922 mm

4,550 mm

Width

1,835 mm (XU60) / 1,855 mm (XU80)

2,004 mm

1,840 mm

Height

1,690 mm (XU60) / 1,660 mm (XU80)

1,745 mm

1,690 mm

Wheelbase

2,660 mm (XU60) / 2,690 mm (XU80)

2,975 mm

2,700 mm

Ground clearance

190 mm (XU60) / 195 mm (XU80)

214 mm

210 mm

Boot space

456 L (1,150 L folded)

650 L (5-seater expanded to 1,870 L)

506 L (1,620 L folded)

Kerb weight

1,580 kg (1,750 kg Hybrid)

2,110 kg

1,610 kg

Seats

5 or 7

Specifications

Engine

2.0L 3ZR-FAE / 2.0L 8AR-FTS Turbo / 2.5L A25A-FXS Hybrid

3.0L B57 TwinPower Diesel / 3.0L B58 Turbo Petrol

2.2L SkyActiv-D Twin-Turbo Diesel / 2.5L SkyActiv-G

Power

151 hp (2.0L) / 227 hp (2.0T) / 222 hp combined (2.5L Hybrid)

265 hp (30d) / 340 hp (40i) / 523 hp (M50i)

190 hp (2.2D) / 188 hp (2.5L)

Torque

193 Nm (2.0L) / 350 Nm (2.0T) / 221 Nm (2.5L Hybrid)

620 Nm (30d) / 450 Nm (40i) / 750 Nm (M50i)

450 Nm (2.2D) / 252 Nm (2.5L)

Drivetrain

Front-Wheel Drive / Dynamic Torque Control AWD / E-Four

Intelligent xDrive AWD

FWD or i-Activ AWD

0–100 km/h

7.2 sec (2.0T) / 7.9 sec (2.5L Hybrid) / 10.2 sec (2.0L)

4.3 sec (M50i) – 6.5 sec (30d)

8.2 sec

Top speed

200 km/h

230 km/h – 250 km/h

204 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)

14.2 km/L (xDrive30d) / 11.0 km/L (xDrive40i)

19.5 km/L (2.2D) / 14.5 km/L (2.0L/2.5L)

City

11.0 km/L (2.0L NA) / 10.2 km/L (2.0T) / 19.5 km/L (2.5L Hybrid)

11.5 km/L (xDrive30d) / 8.8 km/L (xDrive40i)

16.0 km/L (2.2D) / 11.8 km/L (Petrol)

Highway

15.0 km/L (2.0L NA) / 14.5 km/L (2.0T) / 22.5 km/L (2.5L Hybrid)

16.5 km/L (xDrive30d) / 13.2 km/L (xDrive40i)

22.0 km/L (2.2D) / 16.8 km/L (Petrol)

Tank size

60 L (Petrol) / 55 L (Hybrid)

80 L

58 L (FWD) / 56 L (AWD)

CO₂ emissions

148 g/km (2.0L) / 106 g/km (Hybrid)

175 g/km (30d) / 200 g/km (40i)

142 g/km

At a glance

Model

Toyota Harrier (XU60 & XU80 Series)

BMW X5 (F15 / G05 Series)

Mazda CX-5 (KF Series)

Production years

2017–2023

Body type

5-Door Luxury Executive Crossover

5-Door Luxury Executive SUV

5-Door Mid-Size Crossover SUV

Seating capacity

5 or 7

Fuel types

Petrol, Full Hybrid (THS-II)

Clean Diesel, Petrol, Plug-In Hybrid

Clean Diesel, Petrol

Engine sizes

1,986 cc (2.0L) / 1,998 cc (2.0T) / 2,493 cc (2.5L Hybrid)

2,993 cc (3.0L Diesel) / 2,998 cc (3.0L Petrol) / 4,395 cc (4.4L V8)

1,997 cc (2.0L) / 2,191 cc (2.2L Diesel) / 2,488 cc (2.5L)

Transmission

Direct Shift CVT / 6-Speed ECT / e-CVT

8-Speed Steptronic Sport Automatic

6-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

FWD or Dynamic Torque Control AWD / E-Four

Intelligent xDrive AWD

FWD or i-Activ AWD

Ground clearance

190 mm (XU60) / 195 mm (XU80)

214 mm

210 mm

Source market

Japan (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.

Massive low-end diesel torque: 620 Nm output delivers effortless highway overtaking power.
High 214 mm ground clearance: Easily tackles unpaved estate tracks and deep upcountry ruts.
Optional 3rd row / 7-seater layout: Provides extra seating versatility for larger family transfers.

High 210 mm ground clearance handles unpaved roads and potholes easily.
Sub-2,500 cc KRA import duty tax bracket advantage.
Massive 450 Nm torque on 2.2L diesel.

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.

High KRA customs valuation: 3.0L+ engines trigger the 35% excise duty tax bracket.
Wide 2.0-meter body width: Requires extra care when parking in narrow commercial bays.

Diesel DPF requires low-SAPS C3 oil.
Firm ride on 19-inch L Package alloy wheels.