5 Best SUVs You Should Consider Buying In Kenya 2025
SUVs are still dominating Kenyan Roads and are expected to still run the show in Kenya in 2025. In this article, we look at the top 5 best SUVs you should consider buying in 2025. Mazda CX-5 The CX-5 is the best-selling SUV in the Kenyan market and is loved by motorists for its handsome […]
SUVs are still dominating Kenyan Roads and are expected to still run the show in Kenya in 2025.
In this article, we look at the top 5 best SUVs you should consider buying in 2025.
Mazda CX-5
The CX-5 is the best-selling SUV in the Kenyan market and is loved by motorists for its handsome looks, upscale interior, advanced technology features and reliability. It is available with 3 engine options, the 2.5-litre SKYACTIV-G petrol engine, the 2.2-litre SKYACTIV-D diesel engine and the 2.0-litre SKYACTIV-G petrol engine. These are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Importing a 2018 CX-5 from Japan to Kenya will cost between KSH 2.7 million and KSH 3.3 million depending on mileage and trim.
Mazda CX-5
Subaru Forester
The Forester is also one of the most popular SUVs in Kenya, offering good performance, advanced safety features, a spacious and well-appointed cabin and great off-road capability. It is available with four engine options, the 1.8-litre CB18 H4 turbo, 2.0-litre FB20 H4 and 2.5-litre FB25 DI H4, all petrol, and the hybrid 2.0-litre FB20D e-Boxer H4. These powertrains are mated to a Lineartronic continuously variable transmission (CVT).
The 2018 Forester will cost between Ksh 3 million and Ksh 3.5 million to import into Kenya.
Subaru Forester
Honda CR-V
The CR-V still dominates the Kenyan market and is loved for its modern design, build quality, powerful punch and off-road capability. It comes with two engine options, a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol and a 2.0-litre hybrid mated to a CVT or CVT.
HONDA CR-V
Volkswagen Tiguan
The German machine has gained a lot of popularity in the Kenyan market and is loved by many motorists for its powerful performance, quality and spacious interior that can comfortably seat up to 7 people. It is powered by a 2.0-litre petrol or diesel engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
You can buy the Tiguan with a budget of Ksh 3.8 million to Ksh 5 million.
VW TIGUAN
Honda Vezel
The Vezel is another mid-size SUV taking the Kenyan market by storm. Many owners praise it for its great fuel economy, performance, upmarket interior and reliability. It is offered with 2 engine options; the 1.5 litre DOHC i-VTEC petrol engine and the 1.5 litre DOHC i-VTEC i-DCD hybrid petrol engine.
To buy the Vezel in Kenya, you will need a budget of Ksh 2.5 million to Ksh 3.2 million for a 2018 or 2019 model.
HONDA VEZEL
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