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BAIC BJ30e vs Toyota Yaris Crossin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 01 Sept 2026Comparing BJ30e 1.5 DHT 4WD LV5 vs Hybrid (HEV) variants
The short answer

BAIC BJ30e costs रु 2,04,000 less ex-showroom. BJ30e has 210 PS more power.

Choose the BAIC BJ30e if
BAIC BJ30e costs रु 2,04,000 less ex-showroom.BJ30e has 210 PS more power.

If Nepal pricing is competitive, BJ30e should appeal to buyers wanting a modern hybrid SUV shape with BAIC branding. Without Nepal-confirmed pricing and specs, its value cannot be firmly ranked against rivals. High price but strong power, range, and off‑road ability make the BJ30e appealing to adventure‑oriented buyers. Best suited to affluent customers wanting a distinctive hybrid SUV with advanced tech rather than a budget commuter.

Pros
Likely broader efficiency appeal than a pure petrol SUV.
SUV body style suits family and city use.
BAIC Nepal is actively marketing the model.
Very strong combined output and electric 4WD for performance and traction.
Long claimed hybrid range and good fuel efficiency for long‑distance touring.
High ground clearance and off‑road angles suitable for Nepal’s rough roads.
Feature‑rich cabin with large screens, leather seats, and ADAS safety tech.
Cons
Nepal-official pricing was not verifiable here.
Trim-by-trim equipment could not be confirmed.
After-sales network depth remains unclear from the available evidence.
No verified Nepal brochure/spec sheet was accessible here.
Ex‑showroom price over NPR 1.19 crore limits accessibility versus mainstream SUVs.
Brand and service network are new, so long‑term support remains unproven.
Hybrid system complexity may worry buyers about future maintenance costs.
Boot practicality and real‑world fuel economy are still unproven in Nepal usage.
As of 23 Aug 2026
Choose the Toyota Yaris Cross if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

It is a premium, tech-loaded hybrid for those prioritizing fuel efficiency and brand reliability in the luxury crossover segment.

Pros
Excellent fuel economy from the hybrid system
High ground clearance suited for Nepali roads
Comprehensive Toyota Safety Sense ADAS suite
Strong resale value and brand trust in Nepal
Cons
Extremely high price point compared to internal combustion rivals
Small fuel tank capacity at only 36 liters
Three-cylinder engine may lack refinement at high RPMs
As of 31 Aug 2026
17 rows compared
BAIC BJ30e price in NepalBAIC BJ30e price in Nepal
BAIC
रु 1,19,96,000Lowest price
Toyota
रु 1,22,00,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 1,19,96,000Cheapest
रु 1,22,00,000
Range, all variants
रु 1,19,96,000
रु 1,22,00,000 – रु 1,29,00,000
Variants on sale
1
2
Fuel
hybrid
petrol
Distributor
Laxmi Motor Hub
United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd.
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
Not disclosed
1,496 cc
Max power
301 PS+210 PS
91 PS
Max torque
Not disclosed
120 Nm
Claimed range
0 km
Not disclosed
Drivetrain
Not disclosed
FWD
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
Not disclosed
4,310 mm
Width
Not disclosed
1,770 mm
Height
Not disclosed
1,615 mm
Wheelbase
2,820 mm
Not disclosed
Ground clearance
215 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
12
44Better
Service centres
0
45
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·64-color ambient light
·Front and rear seats can be reclined freely
·Electronic gear selector with fighter jet thruster design
As of 23 Aug 2026
·seating_capacity: 5
·sunroof_type: Panoramic Glass Roof
·Leather-wrapped steering wheel and seats
·8-way power adjustable driver seat
As of 31 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·10.25 inch + 14.6 inch double-screen combination
As of 23 Aug 2026
·infotainment_size_in: 10.1-inch touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
·7-inch digital instrument cluster
·parking_brake_type: Electronic Parking Brake
·auto_hold: Equipped
·Wireless smartphone charger
As of 31 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·63.4% high-strength steel
·25420 N·M maximum torsional stiffness
·20 positions thermal formed steel
·Frontal three-stage energy-absorbing structure
·All-terrain control system (ATS)
As of 23 Aug 2026
·airbag_count: 6 Airbags
·camera_360: Panoramic View Monitor
·adas_level: Toyota Safety Sense
·Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
As of 31 Aug 2026
✨Design & Exterior
·Five-hole daytime running light belt
·Family face design
·Rugged rear design with hardcore reinforcement strip
·Front bumper off-road style
·Rear skid plate and integrated tow hooks
As of 23 Aug 2026
·LED headlamps with DRLs and sequential turn signals
·18-inch alloy wheels
·Kick sensor for power back door
As of 31 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·BAIC Nepal homepage shows BJ30e, but no verified Nepal price/spec sheet was accessible here.
·No Nepal-official brochure/price list could be confirmed from the available evidence.
·Portal coverage in the last 90 days could not be verified from available evidence.
·Introduced in Nepal at NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026
·Launch price set at NPR 1,19,96,000 ex‑showroom
·First BAIC passenger vehicle in Nepal, under Laxmi Motorhub
·Hybrid BJ30e launched as BAIC’s entry model in Nepal
As of 23 Aug 2026
·Imported as CBU from Indonesia
·Built on the DNGA-B platform
As of 31 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

BAIC BJ30e
Toyota Yaris Cross

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 5-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 1,19,96,000
रु 1,22,00,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 25,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 8,485
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 1,20,29,985
≈ रु 1,22,33,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,44,225 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 1,46,678 · 5 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

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BAIC BJ30e vs Toyota Yaris Cross — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BAIC BJ30e or Toyota Yaris Cross?

As of September 2026, the BAIC BJ30e starts at Rs 1.2 crore ex-showroom — Rs 2.04 lakh less than the Toyota Yaris Cross at Rs 1.22 crore.

What is the price of the BAIC BJ30e and Toyota Yaris Cross in Nepal?

The BAIC BJ30e costs Rs 1.2 crore and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs Rs 1.22 crore to Rs 1.29 crore (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the BAIC BJ30e or the Toyota Yaris Cross?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you. There is no single winner — the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

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