Ghana's most popular 7-seater SUV for rental. Book the Toyota Highlander in Kumasi from GH¢ 1,500/day -- panoramic sunroof, leather seats and Toyota V6 reliability. Perfect for family travel and corporate groups.
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| Generation | Years | Engine | Seats | Ghana price (GH¢) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Gen XU40 | 2008--2013 | 2.7L / 3.5L V6 | 7 | 140,000--200,000 |
| 3rd Gen XU50 | 2014--2019 | 2.7L / 3.5L V6 | 7--8 | 200,000--300,000 |
| 4th Gen XU70 best buy | 2020--2023 | 3.5L V6 | 7--8 | 320,000--450,000 |
| 5th Gen XU80 | 2024+ | 2.4L Turbo | 7--8 | 420,000+ |
The Toyota Highlander is the benchmark for large family and corporate SUV transport in Ghana. The 3.5L V6 engine -- shared with the Land Cruiser Prado -- is one of Toyota's most proven powerplants, widely serviced across Ghana and known to exceed 300,000km reliably.
The Highlander's genuine 7-seat capacity makes it the practical choice for family travel across the Ashanti Region, intercity trips on the Kumasi--Accra motorway, business group transport between Kumasi offices and KNUST, and any occasion where moving five or more people comfortably in a single vehicle matters.
For Kumasi specifically, the Highlander is ideal for travel to Accra (250km, 3--4 hours), regional trips toward Sunyani and Techiman, excursions to Lake Bosomtwe, and large family occasions in the city. The V6 engine makes easy work of fully-loaded intercity journeys that strain smaller engines.
Several established operators serve the Kumasi and Accra 7-seater rental market. FBK Car Rentals in Kumasi has built its reputation specifically around Toyota Land Cruiser Prados for corporate and family travel. St Michael Rent a Car, operating since 2006 with locations at both Kumasi and Kotoka airports, offers a broader 4x4 fleet of 50+ vehicles. DriveGH's approach is narrower but faster -- a curated Highlander at a fixed published rate with WhatsApp booking rather than a quote-based negotiation process.
The Land Cruiser Prado, favoured by several Kumasi operators, has superior off-road capability and a more rugged reputation for Ghana's rural roads. The Highlander offers a smoother on-road ride, better fuel economy, and lower rental rates -- typically GH¢300-500/day less than a comparable Prado rental. For travel primarily on paved roads (Kumasi to Accra, city driving, airport transfers), the Highlander is the more cost-effective choice. For rural or unpaved routes into the Ashanti hinterland, the Prado's ground clearance has an edge.
Confirm all three rows are genuinely usable (some "7-seater" listings have a token, child-only third row), check whether a driver is mandatory or optional for self-drive, and verify the insurance covers the full replacement value of the vehicle -- important for higher-value SUVs like the Highlander.
1. WhatsApp your travel dates and whether you need a driver. 2. DriveGH confirms the Highlander's availability and daily rate within 15 minutes. 3. Pay via MoMo, bank transfer or card -- no deposit required for standard bookings. 4. Pickup at your Kumasi location, or arrange delivery to KNUST, Adum or your hotel.
For Kumasi-to-Accra one-way trips, confirm this specifically when booking -- DriveGH accommodates one-way Highlander rentals between both branches at a small additional relocation fee.