Car reviews
Not sure which car? Take the 1-minute matchmaker →Expert reviews of the cars Kenyans actually buy — with real-world fuel economy, parts availability and what to check before you pay.
SUV · 2015–2023 imports
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
KSh 5.5M – KSh 11.5M
The Prado is the ultimate status symbol on Kenyan roads that can also cross a flooded river. Unbreakable, comfortable and extremely desirable.
Pickup · 2016–present
Toyota Hilux
KSh 3.8M – KSh 8M
The Hilux is Kenya's workhorse — from farms in Nyandarua to construction sites in Nairobi, it simply refuses to die.
SUV · 2014–2020 imports
Toyota Harrier
KSh 3.2M – KSh 5.8M
The Harrier offers near-premium comfort and style with Toyota reliability — a favourite among professionals who want luxury without the German repair bills.
SUV · 2013–2021 imports
Subaru Forester
KSh 2M – KSh 4.5M
The Forester is the people's SUV in Kenya: standard all-wheel drive, good ground clearance and a roomy cabin at a sensible price.
Station wagon · 2012–2019 imports
Toyota Corolla Fielder
KSh 1.4M – KSh 2.1M
The Fielder takes everything good about the Axio and adds a huge load area — making it one of the most practical affordable cars on Kenyan roads.
SUV · 2017–2022 imports
Mazda CX-5
KSh 2.8M – KSh 4.6M
The CX-5 is the driver's choice among mid-size SUVs, with a premium-feeling interior and efficient engines.
Saloon · 2012–2019 imports
Toyota Axio
KSh 1.3M – KSh 1.9M
The Axio is the sensible saloon of choice for families, civil servants and taxi operators — a proper boot, comfortable ride and Toyota toughness.
Hatchback · 2014–2019 imports
Toyota Vitz
KSh 850K – KSh 1.4M
The Vitz is the default first car in Kenya for good reason: it is cheap to buy, sips fuel and almost every mechanic knows it inside out.
SUV · 2014–2021 imports
Nissan X-Trail
KSh 2.4M – KSh 4M
The X-Trail is a roomy, comfortable SUV with an optional seven-seat layout and good ground clearance at a fair price.
Hatchback · 2014–2019 imports
Mazda Demio
KSh 850K – KSh 1.4M
The Demio is the stylish alternative to the Vitz, with a classier cabin and a fun drive — plus a frugal diesel option.
Hatchback · 2014–2020 imports
Honda Fit
KSh 900K – KSh 1.6M
The Fit's clever 'magic seats' make it the most versatile small car you can buy, and the hybrid is very economical.
Hatchback · 2014–2020 imports
Nissan Note
KSh 800K – KSh 1.4M
The Note is a roomy small hatchback with surprising rear legroom, and the e-Power version drives like an electric car while running on petrol.