Toyota Axio Vs Toyota Fielder comparison in Kenya

Toyota Fielder and Toyota Axio might look different at a glance but you might be surprised to learn that they have more similarities than differences. If you are wondering which to pick the two, the information below is going to shed some light on how the two compare, we will have a full comparison of Toyota Fielder and Toyota Axio in Kenya.

It is important to note that both cars are a version of the other, that is Axio is the Sedan version of the compact wagon Fielder and vice versa. Hence, as we mentioned before, you should expect more similarities than differences especially when it comes to the engine. Fielder was introduced earlier in 2002 and while Axio came later in 2007.

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Toyota Fielder Vs Toyota Axio comparison

Let’s see how this two compare on the exterior, interior and engine below.

Toyota Axio Vs Toyota Fielder exterior

This is perhaps the place where there are very big differences between the two, the Axio is a Sedan while the Fielder is a compact station wagon. However, the design of the two is simple without much to talk about.

Here is how the two cars compare on the outside:

• Fielder has a wagon design while the Axio has a sedan design
• The number of doors for the Axio is four while the Fielder has 5 doors the tailgate included
• They both have a ground clearance of 6.3 inches which is not that bad unless you encounter very huge bumps
• The base trims of both cars do not have foglights and come with steel rims, on higher trims, you get alloy rims and foglights
• There are also different colors to pick from on both cars

From the 2015 model, the cars have a new look after they underwent a facelift. While some like the new appearance, others prefer the old shape.

Toyota Fielder Vs Toyota Axio interior

Both cars come with a comfortable but can not be termed as luxurious. The interior material is also not premium on both, they have cloth seats and a plastic dashboard. The boot space on the Fielder is however bigger than that of the Axio.

Below is a comparison of the interior features:

• Both have 5 seats, two front and three at the back
• Both cars have spacious legroom on both rows
• The Headroom is also okay
• The boot space of the Fielder is good and you can fold the back seats for more space while that of the Axio is medium
• On both cars’ cabins, you will get storage spaces such as cupholders, door bins and glovebox
• Other common features include SRS Airbags and rear camera

As you can see there is not much difference in the interior of the two except for the larger boot space on the Fielder.

Toyota Axio Vs Toyota Fielder engines

Fielder and Axio are known to be among the most reliable cars in Kenya, this is all due to their engines. In fact, the reason why the two cars are very popular and in higher demand is because they are reliable.

Here is a look at the two engine specs:

• For both cars, you can choose between engine capacities of  1500cc or 1800cc
• There is also a hybrid option for both cars
• The fuel consumption is between 15km/l to 18km/l on both vehicles, a hybrid can give you above 30km/l. Remember that fuel consumption depends on various factors which include your driving style and the engine condition
• For both cars, you can choose between 4WD or 2WD
• The transmission system is either a convectional automatic or CVT
• Both the Axio and Fielder has a tank capacity of 50 Liters

As you can see, the engine specs of these cars are the same as we stated before.

Toyota Fielder Vs Toyota Axio price in Kenya

The price of the two cars does not vary much, with around Ksh 1.5 million, you will be able to get either from dealers in Kenya. The price of the two cars is ever high since they are always in high demand, in fact, most people feel the cars are overpriced considering you would get a better deal with the same amount. The good thing is that the cars also do have a good resale value.

The maintenance cost of the cars is low, the spare parts are readily available, affordable and the cars do not break down, all these contribute to the affordable running cost. Additionally, the fuel economy is good too.

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To conclude, Fielder and Axio are the same vehicles in terms of features with changes in the body design. The cars are reliable with great fuel economy making the, a great pick for a first-time car owner or someone looking for a family car with a low budget. The main issue you will have to look at is how to secure your car, this is because Fielder and Axio are among the most stolen cars in Kenya because of their high demand.