Toyota’s FJ Cruiser is a retro-styled mid-size SUV. The FJ Cruiser was developed by Toyota subsidiary Hino Motors. The rugged FJ Cruiser pays homage to the classic FJ Land Cruiser models. The concept behind the vehicle’s appeal in the Kenyan market is simple, people want to enjoy driving something that stands out from the crowd, something the FJ Cruiser thrives at. It contends against the Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes-Benz G Class, Suzuki Jimny, Land Rover Defender, and Nissan Xterra.
The Toyota FJ Cruiser is a retro-styled mid-size SUV manufactured by Toyota from 2006 up to 2022. Toyota subsidiary Hino Motors created the FJ Cruiser. The vehicle shares many structural underpinnings with the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. The logic behind the vehicle’s appeal in the Kenyan market is straightforward, people want to drive something that sticks out from the crowd, which the FJ Cruiser excels at. It competes with the Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes-Benz G Class, Suzuki Jimny, Land Rover Defender, and Nissan Xterra.
The Toyota Passo also referred to as the Daihatsu Boon, has made significant inroads into the Kenyan market. It rose to prominence swiftly because of its excellent fuel economy, practicality, and durability. Mazda Demio, Toyota Vitz, Honda Fit, Suzuki Waggon R, Subaru Trezia, Nissan Note, and Mitsubishi Colt are its rivals.
The Daihatsu Boon, often known as the Toyota Passo, has made substantial inroads into the Kenyan market. It rapidly grew in prominence because of its efficient fuel economy, practicality, and dependability. Its diminutive size is also an advantage because it can easily maneuver in confined spaces such as parking lots. It contends against Mazda Demio, Toyota Vitz, Honda Fit, Suzuki Wagon R, Subaru Trezia, Nissan Note, and Mitsubishi Colt.
The Toyota Passo is a subcompact car manufactured by Japanese carmaker Daihatsu and sold under the Toyota brand, hence the other name Daihatsu Boon. According to Daihatsu, the name “Boon” is derived from the English word boon and is also inspired by the sound that Japanese children make when simulating the sound of an automobile, whereas the name “Passo” is Italian for “step.” According to Toyota, the moniker conjures up an impression of a relaxed and friendly car. It gained appeal in the Kenyan market because of its outstanding fuel efficiency and convenience. It competes with the Mazda Demio, Toyota Vitz, Honda Fit, Suzuki Waggon R, Subaru Trezia, Nissan Note, and Mitsubishi Colt.
Toyota’s HIAce is a light commercial vehicle manufactured by the Japanese automaker Toyota. Since then, the HiAce has been available in a variety of body styles, including a minivan/MPV, minibus, panel van, crew van, and a pick-up truck. The HIAce has a considerable following in the Kenyan market due to its capacity to transport merchandise and even more passengers from one location to another. It competes with the Nissan Caravan, Volkswagen Transporter, Ford Transit, Mercedes Benz Sprinter, and Hyundai iload.
The Ford Everest is steadily creating a formidable brand on the Kenyan road thanks to its off-road capability, comfy cabin, and excellent towing capacity. The availability of the 2-wheel drive (2WD) option is appealing to metropolitan commuters. As much as it enjoys the perks of a good car, it competes against the Toyota Fortuner, Isuzu MUX, Nissan Terra, and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.
The Ford Everest is one of those vehicles that appears common, yet is actually quite rare. The Everest is a wagon built on the same platform as the Ranger meaning that it can tow and handle off-road work. This vehicle is continuing to stamp its presence in the Kenyan market as more people are attracted by it. As much as it is considered a good car, it is up against the Toyota Fortuner, Isuzu MUX, Nissan Terra, and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.