The Range Rover Sport or RRS as it is sometimes referred to, is a performance focused version of the Range Rover. It’s smaller and nimbler with great emphasis placed on handling and on-road performance while still retaining the traditional mud-plugging capabilities of the Land Rover stable. The second generation RRS that was introduced in 2013 upped on performance by employing powerful engines, a 39 percent lighter body than the previous model and a Dynamic Response suspension that cemented its position as one of the best performance SUV.
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.
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.
The Toyota Fielder is a versatile station wagon that can be used for both private and commercial purposes. It’s a highly sought after car in the Kenyan market due to its reliability, fuel efficiency and carrying capacity. However, this is only the icing on the cake as the 2013 Toyota Fielder has a lot more to offer in terms of performance, comfort and general aesthetics.
The Toyota Premio is an all-time favorite amongst Kenyans who love it for its style, comfort and low maintenance costs. It is comparable in size to the Audi A4, Subaru Legacy Saloon, Mercedes C180, and the BMW 318i. The Toyota Premio is arguably the cheapest among these but it maintains a decent level of class and top notch reliability
The Porsche Cayenne is an upscale SUV that is gradually finding relevance in the Kenyan market thanks to a growing demand for premium cars. It’s a performance SUV with excellent power delivery across the model range with the crown going to the record setting Turbo S that accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. It’s closely related to the VW Touareg and the Audi Q7 with which it shares a common platform. Other competitors include the BMW X5, Mercedes M-Class, and Range Rover Sport.
The Toyota Vanguard is no longer in production and it will not be available for import into Kenya post 2020. It will be replaced by the upgraded Toyota Kluger, which going by the looks will be a worthy replacement. The demand for the Vanguard will still be strong given its credentials in fuel economy, utility and reliability but there are other alternatives to consider. It competes with the Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail, Mazda CX-5, Subaru Forester, VW Tiguan
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 and the VW Tiguan. Even amongst these, the CX-5 stands out as it offers some pretty compelling features that are noteworthy.