| Battery & Range | - Battery capacity 49.9 kWh
- Claimed range 340 km, likely NEDC/CLTC
- Blade Battery on BYD e-Platform 3.0
| - 58.9 kWh CATL LFP battery, FWD-only Nepal EV variant
- Claimed WLTP range up to 400–402 km
- Distributor and media also quote 461 km claimed range
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - Permanent magnet synchronous motor, 100 kW peak
- Front-wheel drive single-motor configuration
- Torque output 310 Nm
| - 155 kW Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor, 288 Nm torque, FWD
- Front-wheel-drive layout only for Nepal EV model
- Top speed 174 km/h; 0–100 km/h in 7.7 s
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Wheelbase 2720 mm
- Ground clearance 175 mm
| - Wheelbase 2620 mm
- Ground clearance 185 mm
- Multi-link rear suspension setup
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| Dimensions | - Length 4455 mm
- Width 1875 mm
- Height 1615 mm
- Kerb weight around 1750 kg
| - Length 4380 mm, width 1860 mm, height 1650 mm
- Kerb weight 1765 kg
- 5-seater compact/mid-size electric SUV body style
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| Cargo | - Boot space 440 liters with seats up
- Cargo up to 1338 liters with seats folded
- Split-folding rear seats 60:40
- Roof rails support additional cargo systems
| - Boot space 480 L; expands to 1180 L with seats folded
- Spare tyre included in Nepal-spec car
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| Comfort & Interior | - Panoramic glass roof standard
- Power-adjustable front seats
- Rear AC vents for passengers
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Keyless entry and push-button start
- Automatic climate control
- Ambient interior lighting with multiple colors
| - Premium electric SUV positioned for comfort and luxury
- Panoramic moonroof offered on Nepal-spec J5
- 5-seat cabin with practical SUV layout
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Rotating 12.8-inch touchscreen in Advance
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support
- FM radio and Bluetooth audio/phone
- Wireless phone charging pad
- Digital instrument cluster display
- Multiple USB-A and USB-C ports
- 360-degree camera system
| - Modern premium EV SUV; infotainment not fully detailed publicly
- Likely large central touchscreen and connected features
- Convenience features highlighted as part of premium positioning
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| Safety | - 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating
- ABS, EBD, ESC and traction control
- Hill descent control and hill-start assist
- Front, side, and curtain airbags
- ADAC-style advanced crash structure design
- Full-speed adaptive cruise control
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane departure warning and lane-keeping assist
- Blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic alert
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
| - Equipped with 6 airbags
- Premium SUV positioning implies advanced safety suite
- Ground clearance and suspension tuned for Nepal terrain stability
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| Design & Exterior | - Crossover-SUV body with coupe-ish roofline
- LED headlamps with DRLs
- LED taillights with full-width light bar
- 18-inch alloy wheels in Advance
- Color options include Ski White and Surf Blue
- Distinct gym-themed interior styling
| - Compact crossover SUV with outdoors-oriented styling
- Alpine Green, Canyon Black, Glacier Blue, Snowy White, Zircon Gray colours
- High 185 mm clearance and rugged stance for light off-road
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| Sales & Imports | - Officially sold by Cimex BYD Nepal
- On-road price listed NPR 61,99,000
- Warranty 8 years or 160,000 km on battery/motor
- Imported fully built units from China
- Launch in Nepal initially in 2022
| - Officially launched at NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025
- MRP set at NPR 60.99 Lakhs for Nepal
- Introductory NAIMA Expo booking price NPR 56.99 Lakhs
- J5 available only as all-electric FWD variant in Nepal
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Positioned as value-oriented long-range EV SUV
- Lower price than Superior with slightly less range
- Considered premium vs smaller Nepali EVs
| - Priced to undercut many premium electric SUVs in Nepal
- Offer price 56.99 Lakhs improves value significantly
- Positioned as performance-luxury EV with off-road capability
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| Pros | - Strong range for price segment
- Rich safety and ADAS feature set
- Spacious cabin and practical boot
- Modern design and eye-catching interior
- Brand-backed Blade Battery tech
| - Strong 155 kW motor with 288 Nm torque for performance
- Competitive claimed range 400–461 km for Nepal conditions
- High 185 mm ground clearance suitable for Nepali roads
- Panoramic moonroof and premium SUV features at this price
- Large 480 L boot, expandable to 1180 L
- Attractive introductory discount of NPR 4 lakhs
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| Cons | - Initial pricing higher than many expectations
- Ground clearance modest for rural off-road
- Interior design may feel polarizing to some
- Limited third-party fast charging coverage outside BYD
| - Only single FWD variant; no AWD option in Nepal
- Infotainment and ADAS feature list not fully disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
- Conflicting claimed range figures (400 vs 461 km) may confuse buyers
- Limited long-term real-world data due to recent launch
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