| Battery & Range | - Not applicable – non-hybrid petrol sedan
| - Not an EV or hybrid; no traction battery range
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 2.0L 4‑cyl turbo petrol, approx 252–258 hp
- 8‑speed Steptronic automatic, RWD
| - 2.8L 4-cylinder diesel, 16-valve DOHC
- Output 204 PS / 150 kW @ ~3,000–3,400 rpm
- Torque around 420–500 Nm @ ~1,600–2,800 rpm
- 6-speed manual transmission, part-time 4x4 with low range
- Rear differential lock and selectable drive modes
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Wheelbase about 2,975 mm shared across 5 Series
- Ground clearance about 158 mm unladen
| - Wheelbase 2745 mm
- Ground clearance 225 mm
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| Dimensions | - Length about 4,963 mm
- Width about 1,868 mm excluding mirrors
- Height about 1,479 mm
| - Overall length 4795 mm
- Overall width 1855–1885 mm listed; Nepal sheet 1885 mm
- Overall height 1835 mm
- Turning radius 5.8 m
- 7-seater SUV, three seating rows
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| Cargo | - Boot capacity about 530 L for ICE 5 Series sedan
| - Seven-seat SUV with foldable third row
- Boot volume figures: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Comfort & Interior | - Leather upholstery with power-adjustable front seats
- Automatic 2‑zone climate control standard
- Rear AC vents and center armrest
| - Leather-accented seats with powered driver adjustment
- Automatic climate control with rear AC vents
- Smart entry with push start system
- Tilt and telescopic steering adjustment
- Second-row tumble and split-fold seats
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Large central touchscreen with iDrive controller
- Premium audio system with Bluetooth, USB, AUX
- Keyless entry and push‑button start
| - Touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth and USB
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support
- Steering-mounted audio and phone controls
- Reverse camera with parking sensors
- Cruise control for highway convenience
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| Safety | - Multiple airbags, ABS, EBD standard
- Traction and stability control standard
- Front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera
| - Seven SRS airbags including curtain and driver knee
- ABS with EBD and Brake Assist standard
- Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control
- Hill-start Assist and Downhill Assist Control
- ISO-FIX child seat anchors in second row
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| Design & Exterior | - Executive sedan with signature BMW kidney grille
- LED headlamps and LED tail lamps standard
- Alloy wheels, likely 17–18 inch size
| - Body-on-frame SUV with bold front grille
- Bi-LED projector headlamps with DRLs
- LED rear combination lamps and high-mount stop lamp
- Alloy wheels; size not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Roof rails and rear spoiler standard
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| Sales & Imports | - Officially listed 5 Series variant in Nepal
- Part of premium sedan range imported by BMW Nepal
| - Officially imported and sold by Toyota Nepal only
- On-road price listed from NPR 27,000,000
- Likely low-volume premium SUV segment in Nepal
- No CKD or local assembly mentioned
- Sales numbers: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Entry petrol 5 Series; balances performance and luxury
| - High price but strong resale value reputation
- Renowned for durability and reliability in rough terrain
- Running costs higher than compact SUVs due to size
- Appeals to buyers needing tough 7-seat off-roader
- Limited feature differentiation versus price premium rivals
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| Pros | - Strong 2.0L turbo petrol performance for segment
- Lower entry price than M Sport trims
- Comfortable ride and spacious rear seat
| - Powerful 2.8L diesel suited to Himalayan terrain
- Proven ladder-frame chassis for off-road use
- Spacious three-row cabin practicality
- High ground clearance for rural roads
- Strong brand image and service network
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| Cons | - Lacks sporty M Sport styling kit
- High running and fuel costs versus diesel/PHEV
- Limited dealer network outside Kathmandu
| - Very expensive versus monocoque 7-seaters
- Fuel economy relatively poor for city commuting
- Ride can feel firm and bouncy on bad roads
- Large size makes tight city parking difficult
- Feature list feels dated versus newer rivals
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