The Toyota Mirai is a revolutionary Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle(FCEV) that entered production in 2014 and was a global leader in this category. Toyota has completely redesigned it and launched it in early December 2020 with much fanfare. FCEVs run on hydrogen, a fuel that can be obtained from multiple sources. Hydrogen has a zero carbon emission footprint and it’s one of the energy sources with minimal impact to the environment. Though the Mirai is yet to make an entry into the Kenyan market, there is growing enthusiasm with the second generation model due to Toyota’s ambition to make it a mass production vehicle. There are barriers to entry similar to those of electric vehicles such as availability of charging infrastructure and hydrogen fueling stations and this will hinder its entry into this market. Toyota Mirai Engine and Transmission The second generation Toyota…
Ford Everest The Ford Everest is a 7-Seater SUV that has been in production since 2003 and is based on the Ford Ranger Platform. It’s mainly sold in Asia, Africa and Australia and is a well built SUV that is ideal for people with large families. Ford Ranger The Ford Ranger is steadily carving a niche in the ultra competitive light commercial transport sector in Kenya. Historically, it was not widely adopted by private entities and was mainly used by the government but the tide is turning as they become more available in the second-hand markets. Read the full Ford Ranger Review Ford Mustang The Ford Mustang is a popular American sports car that has been in production since 1964. It is not until recently that it made an entry into the Kenyan market and even then, it’s still not popular in this market. Ford…
Lexus LX 570 The Lexus LX 570 is a large 8-Seater premium SUV that can best be described as luxury on wheels. It’s in essence the same as the Land Cruiser but it extends its luxury to greater limits. Traditionally, Lexus is known for it’s quality and luxury and this is more so exemplified in the flagship LX 570. In Kenya, it closely competes with the Range Rover but many people prefer the LX 570 due to its 8-Seater capacity and long-term reliability. Buy the LX570 In Kenya Lexus LS The LS is the apex luxury saloon from the Lexus stable and it competes with the Mercedes S Class and the BMW 7-Series. The term LS standards for Luxury Sedan and from the outset, the LS was built to rival the world’s best. The LS is a rare car in the Kenyan market partly…
Suzuki Escudo Depending on the market, the Suzuki Escudo is also referred to as Suzuki Vitara, Geo Tracker, GMC Tracker, and Suzuki Grand Vitara. Despite the different names, it’s the same platform and technology. The Escudo is classified as a compact SUV that came into the market in 1988 and quickly made a name for itself as a capable off-road vehicle. It was a pioneer in this category which was introduced to offer the comfort of a passenger car that most 4×4’s of the day lacked. The Suzuki Escudo became a popular choice due to its comfort, fuel economy, 4×4 capability and an affordable price point. Read the full Suzuki Escudo Review Suzuki Jimny The Suzuki Jimny is a mini SUV that bears a close resemblance to the Land Rover Defender and the Mercedes G-Wagon. It has seen worldwide success selling over 2 million…
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Range Rover The Range Rover is a premium SUV that inhabits the pinnacle of luxury and a preeminent symbol of affluence around the world. A distinction it has held for the last 50 years and doesn’t look to relinquish any time soon. In Kenya, it’s favoured by the old money and the wealthy patriarchy, more so for its legendary safety than its luxury. The political class largely avoid it preferring the Toyota Land Cruiser and its lesser brother, the Toyota Prado. Read the full Range Rover Review Land Rover Discovery The Land Rover Discovery is one of the most iconic and functional 4x4s in the world today. It can haul 7 full sized adults through rough terrain in absolute comfort. It blends the luxuriousness of the Range Rover with the toughness of the Defender into one exciting package. Read the full Land Rover Discovery…
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 looks to continue its dominance by constantly updating its cutting edge technology to ensure it stays at par with the S-Class. Buy the BMW 7 Series in Kenya BMW X5 When it comes to luxury SUVs, the BMW X5 sits at the top of a tree that features heavyweights such as the Mercedes M-Class, VW Touareg, Range Rover Sport, Volvo XC90, Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne. This balance of power in the European axis has existed for a long time and it doesn’t look…
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 VW Tiguan The VW Tiguan is a compact SUV that has enjoyed considerable success in Kenya over the last couple of years. It has perennially been overshadowed by the more popular Japanese rivals and has never broken into the big league per se. It’s a crossbreed between the Touareg and the Passat, combining the desirable features of both worlds. Read the full VW Tiguan Review VW Passat The VW Passat is popular in Europe especially in the UK where it ranks among the most popular family cars. In Kenya, its mildly popular…