Earning KSh500K a Month? Dr King’ori Explains Why You May Still Struggle With a V8
Media personality Dr. King’ori argues that earning KSh 500,000 a month may not be enough to comfortably own and maintain a Toyota Land Cruiser V8, despite how substantial the figure may appear on paper.
Speaking in an interview with Jagero, he pointed to the hidden costs that quickly add up—taxes, housing, loan repayments, fuel, insurance and routine maintenance. Since many buyers finance such vehicles rather than purchasing them outright, the monthly financial burden can become significant.
He further noted that maintaining the lifestyle often associated with a high-end SUV, including living in areas such as Karen and commuting regularly to places like Kilimani or Upper Hill, can push monthly fuel expenses into tens of thousands of shillings.
His point is simple: KSh 500,000 may sound like a fortune, but once the full cost of the lifestyle is considered, comfortably running a Land Cruiser V8 is far more expensive than it appears.
