Toyota Noah Price in Kenya and a full review

The Toyota Noah price is starting from Ksh 2 million. You will pay up to Ksh 5.5 million for a brand new one while a locally used Toyota Noah starts from Ksh 830,000. Each model year has its own price, this will also be affected by the condition and trim level of the particular Noah you go for, below, we will cover the current price range of the Toyota Noah models in Kenya.

Overview

Toyota Noah is one of the most popular vans in Kenya. This article is the right pick for anyone who wants to learn everything about this vehicle. We are going to cover every detail about the automobile including models available, prices of Toyota Noah for sale in Kenya, full specs and a buying guide at the end for anyone planning to purchase this car.

The car was introduced in the market in the year 2001 by the Japanese automobile company Toyota. It is a multi-purpose vehicle(MPV) that can be used both for business and family. It closely resembles Toyota Voxy and it is hard to differentiate between the two. However, most Kenyans prefer Noah, it has more engine power, more torque, a better gearbox, and longer, wider and better ground clearance than Voxy. On the other hand, Voxy is heavier and taller than Noah.

Noah competes with other seven-seaters such as Toyota Voxy, Honda Stepwagon, Mazda Biante and Nissan Serena. Noah however beats most of them because of its reliability and fuel economy.

Suggested reading: Toyota Noah Vs Toyota Voxy full comparison

Toyota Noah Price in Kenya

You can buy a foreign used Noah from dealers or opt for direct importation, mostly from Japan. Here is a price list for foreign used Toyota Noah models available in the Kenyan market including in places like Mombasa, Kisumu, Nairobi, Nakuru, Thika, Eldoret and other major towns.

Here are the prices of older models that have been used locally.

The above prices will vary depending on the seller and the condition of the vehicle. A brand new Noah will not cost the same as a secondhand. The cost also varies depending on whether the car is imported or bought locally.

Factors affecting prices of cars in Kenya

When shopping for a car, you will note that the prices will vary, this is because the price of the vehicle will be affected by various factors, below is a look at the different things that will affect how much you pay for the vehicle.

• Model year- most cars have a new model released each year, most of the time, a new model will come with new features, additionally, a new car is obviously in better condition. As a result, newer models of the Noah come at a higher price compared to the older models.
• Trim levels- There are different trim levels for every model year, the higher the trim level, the more features you get. This leads to price differences, if you have a low budget, you will get a base trim but for a high budget, you can go for the highest trim level.
• Features differences- cars will be on the same trims levels but still have different features, for example, one might be a 2WD and the other a 4WD. In Kenya, most people prefer 2WD for sedans and hatchbacks, this means the prices of 2WD cars will be higher because of higher demand. On the other hand, 4WD/AWD crossover SUVs and SUVs are loved, this means 2WD in this category have less demand hence lower prices.
• Condition of the car- here, prices change depending on whether the car is brand new, foreign used or locally used. Additionally, a used car that is in a clean condition will not come at a similar price as a one that is not well-maintained.
• Market conditions- different market conditions lead to changes in the prices of vehicles, for example, if the global supply chains are interrupted, the car prices are likely to go up.
• The seller- each seller will quote their own prices depending on different things including how much they bought the vehicle and the amount of profit they want to make. It is hence common to get different price tags from different sellers.

Toyota Noah Specifications

Noah car models come with their own unique features that differentiate them from other vans. Let’s see the specs in this section.

1. Toyota Noah exterior

From the outside, Noah is a tall boxy van that is not so appealing compared to other Toyota vehicles like say the Auris.

Here is what the exterior of Noah is like:

• Noah is a 5 doors van(two front, two rear and the tailgate)
• The car has double sliding rare doors
• The ground clearance of the vehicle is 6.4 inches which is slightly lower than the 6.5 inches required on Kenyan roads
• Higher grades come with alloy rims and fog lights
• Standard grades do not have fog lights and come with steel rims

2. Toyota Noah interior

The interior of Noah vehicles is spacious and comfortable, if you are looking for a top luxurious van, you can check the Toyota Alphard.

Below is a list of features on the inside:

• Noah comes either as 7 seaters or 8 seater
• The seats are raised and upright giving a comfortable seating posture
• Front seats are adjustable, both manually and electrically
• The legroom for this car is good in all 3 rows, even tall people will find it comfortable
• Noah comes with a medium-sized boot, however, the seats of the third and second rows can be folded giving a very large space capable of carrying huge luggage
• In the cabin, you will find storage spaces such as cupholders, center box, door panel compartments, dashboard shelf and seat jacket pockets
• For safety purposes, the vehicle is fitted with airbags

3. Toyota Noah engine specs

Like most vans, Toyota Noah is a heavy vehicle and will hence require a powerful engine.

Here is a list of Toyota Noah engine specs:

• The engine capacity is 2000cc
• You can choose between a Front Wheel Drive(2WD) or an All-Wheel Drive(4WD)
• The fuel consumption ranges between 12.6Km/l and 14.2Km/l depending on whether the car is 2WD or 4WD
• The acceleration from 0 to 100km/h is about 9.5 seconds
• The power is 140 to 158ps
• Most recent models come with a Continous Variable Transmission(CVT) or automatic transmission gear types
• The tank capacity of Toyota Noah is 60 Liters

Toyota Noah review in Kenya

Here is a look at what you will get when you get a Toyota Voxy.

Comfort

Toyota Noah is quite a comfortable vehicle when it will not give you top luxury, you still get an enjoyable ride. The legroom is great on the first and second rows, for the third row, it will be more suitable for kids or short people. The seats of the Noah are also comfortable and they come with hand rests. However, Noah does not have a lot of tech features and there are a lot of plastics in the cabin.

Driving experience

The ground clearance is slightly low but you should not have trouble cruising bumps unless they are very huge or the car is loaded heavily. The handling of the Noah is not that great, you will also experience body roll on corners. With a CVT, you get a smooth drive but not much of a thrill, however, if you get one with automatic transmission, you will have an enjoyable ride.

Reliability

Like most Toyota cars, Toyota Noah is a very reliable vehicle, the only requirement is regular service and taking care of the car. The main issue that is faced by most Toyota Noah owners is a quick loss of body shape. The maintenance of the Noah is also easy and spare parts are readily available in Kenya.

Check, Toyota Noah common problems in Kenya.

Value for money

The Toyota Noah is value for money for someone looking for a family van or a business car. It is reliable, has a good carrying capacity that can be used for luggage or passengers and the fuel economy is great. The only thing you are going to trade off is driving experience but this is not a major concern for a minivan. The resale value might also be low especially if your Noah losses shape very quickly.

In conclusion, Toyota Noah is a reliable Van that you should consider either for your business or family use. It is reliable with fuel economy and only a few problems have been reported to be common in Noah cars. The Price of Toyota Noah is affordable but will also depend on which model year you go for and the vehicle condition.