BMW 7 Series The BMW 7 Series is a premium car that competes closely with the Mercedes Benz S-Class. It’s available in saloon body type and its a luxury car that is favored by many not only due to its luxury and safety but for its position as a status symbol. Now in its 6th generation, the BMW 7 Series…

VW Touareg The VW Touareg is a capable mid-sized SUV that entered production in 2002 to serve a niche market that was initially dominated by BMW and Mercedes. In Kenya it received a lukewarm reception thanks to concerns about reliability and maintenance costs that accompany European cars. Read the full VW Touareg Review [caption id="attachment_6805" align="aligncenter" width="800"] VW Touareg[/caption] VW…

1. Mercedes Benz S-Class The S-Class is the is the ultimate luxury car that is recognized around the world as the symbol of affluence and technological advancement in the automotive industry. In Kenya, the S Class is favored by the upper class that includes the political elite and the business executives. It’s only available in saloon body type configured in…

Mitsubishi Pajero The Mitsubishi Pajero has had a long and illustrious tenure in the 4×4 club spanning 37 years in which there have been only four major iterations. This is not only a demonstration of its timeless appeal but also its ability to thrive in the ever-changing automotive landscape. In Kenya, it reigned supreme in the 80s and 90s before…

Mazda CX-5 The Mazda CX-5 is an exceptional car both aesthetically and technologically. It strikes a perfect balance between elegance and brawn which appeals to both a masculine and feminine clientele. It is angling for space in a crowded playing field that is packed with big hitters such as the Nissan X-Trail, Subaru Forester, Toyota Rav-4, Honda CR-V, Mitsubishi Outlander…

Honda CR-V The Honda CR-V is medium sized crossover SUV that has long been regarded as a reliable and affordable family car. Though not as popular as its rivals such as the X-Trail and Vanguard, it packs a powerful punch in terms of performance, build quality, interior space and off-road capability. It underwent a major redesign in 2011 that emphasized…

Subaru Forester From its modest beginning as an all-wheel drive station wagon, the Subaru Forester has steadily evolved into the legitimate SUV it is today. It outperforms most of its rivals such as the Nissan X-Trail, Honda CRV, Toyota Rav-4, Mazda CX-5, Suzuki Vitara and Mitsubishi Outlander. What set the Forester apart is the ingenious symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive system and the…

Toyota Alphard The Toyota Alphard was introduced to the Japanese market in 2002 as a direct competitor to the Nissan Elgrand. Up until that point, the Nissan Elgrand was dominating the 8 seater luxury category and its nearest competitor, the Toyota Hiace was woefully outmatched. Toyota went to the drawing board and answered with the Alphard and later its sibling…

Nissan X-Trail The Nissan X-Trail is a crossover SUV that has been in the market since 2001. It’s Nissan’s first crossover SUV and is a popular choice for many buyers who are drawn by its affordability and utility. It competes with the Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Mitsubishi Outlander, Mazda CX-5, Honda CR-V, and the VW Tiguan. Read the full Nissan…

Toyota Prado The Toyota Prado is a large seven-seater SUV that is powered by both petrol and diesel engines. In Kenya, the Toyota Prado competes with the Land Rover Discovery, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Pathfinder and the Ford Everest. Read the full Toyota Prado Review here [caption id="attachment_8200" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Toyota Prado[/caption] Toyota Hilux The Toyota Hilux is a time-tested workhorse…