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Subaru Forester

The ultimate balance of 220 mm ground clearance, Symmetrical AWD, EyeSight driver assist, and sub-2,500 cc duty savings.

Porsche Cayenne

Premium performance SUV standard with high-clearance engineering, 462 hp E-Hybrid tech, and sports car DNA.

Highest rated

Mazda CX-5

A dominant crossover in Kenya balancing Kodo styling, 210 mm ground clearance, and 19.5 km/L diesel efficiency.

Best value

Subaru ForesterPorsche CayenneMazda CX-5

Mandai score

7/10

9/10

7/10

Typical price

KSh 4,200,000

KSh 11,500,000

KSh 3,200,000

Years

2018-2023

2017-2023

Body type

Mid-size SUV

–

Mid-size SUV

Fuel

Petrol, Hybrid

Petrol, Plug-in hybrid

Petrol, Diesel

Transmission

Automatic, CVT

Automatic

Doors

Fuel and running cost

Trim

Subaru Forester 2.5L / 1.8T / 2.0L e-Boxer

Standard

Fuel consumption

17.0 km/L5.9 L/100km combined · about 1071 km a tank

27.0 km/L3.7 L/100km combined · about 2025 km a tank

19.5 km/L5.1 L/100km combined · about 1131 km a tank

Running cost

KSh 1,335 / 100 kmKSh 13 a km · KSh 13,351 for 1,000 km · petrol

KSh 841 / 100 kmKSh 8 a km · KSh 8,406 for 1,000 km · petrol

KSh 1,168 / 100 kmKSh 12 a km · KSh 11,680 for 1,000 km · diesel

Dimensions

Length

4,625 mm

4,918 mm (SUV) / 4,931 mm (Coupe)

4,550 mm

Width

1,815 mm

1,983 mm

1,840 mm

Height

1,730 mm

1,696 mm

1,690 mm

Wheelbase

2,670 mm

2,895 mm

2,700 mm

Ground clearance

220 mm

210 mm (up to 245 mm with Air Suspension)

210 mm

Boot space

520 L (1,775 L folded)

770 L (645 L Hybrid, 1,710 L folded)

506 L (1,620 L folded)

Kerb weight

1,570 kg

2,060 kg (2,295 kg Hybrid)

1,610 kg

Seats

4 or 5

Specifications

Engine

2.5L FB25 Direct Injection Boxer / 1.8L CB18 DIT Turbo

3.0L V6 Turbo / 2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 / 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 + PHEV

2.2L SkyActiv-D Twin-Turbo Diesel / 2.5L SkyActiv-G

Power

182 hp @ 5,800 rpm (2.5L) / 177 hp (1.8T)

340 hp to 670 hp (Variant dependent)

190 hp (2.2D) / 188 hp (2.5L)

Torque

239 Nm @ 4,400 rpm (2.5L) / 300 Nm (1.8T)

450 Nm to 900 Nm

450 Nm (2.2D) / 252 Nm (2.5L)

Drivetrain

Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)

Porsche Traction Management (PTM) AWD

FWD or i-Activ AWD

0–100 km/h

8.2 sec

3.3 sec (Turbo GT) – 6.2 sec (Base)

8.2 sec

Top speed

204 km/h

245 km/h – 300 km/h

204 km/h

Fuel economy

Combined

14.2 km/L (2.5L) / 15.2 km/L (1.8T) / 17.0 km/L (e-Boxer)

27.0 km/L (3.0 E-Hybrid) / 23.5 km/L (Turbo S E-Hybrid) / 10.8 km/L (3.0 Base) / 9.8 km/L (2.9 S) / 8.5 km/L (4.0 GTS) / 7.8 km/L (4.0 Turbo) / 7.1 km/L (4.0 Turbo GT)

19.5 km/L (2.2D) / 14.5 km/L (2.0L/2.5L)

City

11.8 km/L (2.5L) / 12.5 km/L (1.8T) / 15.0 km/L (e-Boxer)

22.0 km/L (E-Hybrid) / 8.8 km/L (3.0 Base) / 8.0 km/L (2.9 S) / 6.5 km/L (4.0 GTS) / 5.8 km/L (4.0 Turbo) / 5.5 km/L (Turbo GT)

16.0 km/L (2.2D) / 11.8 km/L (Petrol)

Highway

16.8 km/L (2.5L) / 18.0 km/L (1.8T) / 18.5 km/L (e-Boxer)

30.0 km/L (E-Hybrid) / 12.5 km/L (3.0 Base) / 11.5 km/L (2.9 S) / 10.2 km/L (4.0 GTS) / 9.5 km/L (4.0 Turbo) / 8.8 km/L (Turbo GT)

22.0 km/L (2.2D) / 16.8 km/L (Petrol)

Tank size

63 L

75 L (Hybrid) / 85 L (Petrol Base & S) / 90 L (GTS / Turbo)

58 L (FWD) / 56 L (AWD)

CO₂ emissions

152 g/km

75 g/km (Hybrid)

142 g/km

At a glance

Model

Subaru Forester (SK Series)

Porsche Cayenne (E3 9YA Series)

Mazda CX-5 (KF Series)

Production years

2018–2023

2017–2023

Body type

SUV / Crossovers

Luxury Performance SUV

5-Door Mid-Size Crossover SUV

Seating capacity

4 or 5

Fuel types

Petrol, e-Boxer Hybrid

Petrol, Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV)

Clean Diesel, Petrol

Engine sizes

1,795 cc (1.8T CB18) / 1,995 cc (2.0L e-Boxer) / 2,498 cc (2.5L FB25)

2,894 cc (2.9L V6) / 2,995 cc (3.0L V6) / 3,996 cc (4.0L V8)

1,997 cc (2.0L) / 2,191 cc (2.2L Diesel) / 2,488 cc (2.5L)

Transmission

Automatic (Lineartronic CVT)

Automatic (8-Speed Tiptronic S)

6-Speed Automatic

Drivetrain

Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)

Porsche Traction Management (PTM) AWD

FWD or i-Activ AWD

Ground clearance

220 mm

210 mm (up to 245 mm with Air Suspension)

210 mm

Source market

Japan / UK (RHD)

UK / Japan (RHD)

Pros and cons

What’s good

Class-leading 220 mm ground clearance: Conquers deep potholes, tall speed bumps, and rough upcountry tracks.
Symmetrical AWD with Dual X-Mode: Exceptional mud, snow, and deep gravel traction.
Sub-2,500 cc KRA tax advantage: All 1.8T, 2.0L, and 2.5L engines qualify for 25% excise tax rate.

Comprehensive trim lineup: From city-friendly E-Hybrids to track-ready Turbo GT models.
Outstanding E-Hybrid efficiency: 0–100 km/h in 5.0 seconds with 44 km pure EV city commuting capability.
Adaptive air suspension: Height raises up to 245 mm for deep potholes and rough upcountry roads.

High 210 mm ground clearance handles unpaved roads and potholes easily.
Sub-2,500 cc KRA import duty tax bracket advantage.
Massive 450 Nm torque on 2.2L diesel.

What’s not so good

Lineartronic CVT response: CVT engine revs during heavy highway mountain passes.
EyeSight windshield camera care: Requires specialized recalibration if windscreen is replaced.

High CRSP customs valuation: Import duty and taxes represent a significant investment, especially on V8 badges.
Specialized maintenance requirements: High-voltage battery systems and twin-turbo V8 engines require certified diagnostic tools.

Diesel DPF requires low-SAPS C3 oil.
Firm ride on 19-inch L Package alloy wheels.