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BYD Seal vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
BYD SealHyundai Ioniq 5 EV
Ex-showroom priceRs 1.1 crore – Rs 1.95 croreRs 1.04 crore
Fuelevev
Variants on sale32
DistributorCimex Inc. Pvt. Ltd.Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd. (Laxmi Hyundai)
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

BYD Seal

Dynamicरु 1,10,00,000
Premiumरु 1,45,50,000
Performanceरु 1,95,00,000

Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV

GLS VISION ROOFरु 1,03,96,000
GLS Vision Roof 124.9 kWरु 1,03,96,000
Specifications — Seal Dynamic vs Ioniq 5 EV GLS Vision Roof 124.9 kW
CategoryBYD SealHyundai Ioniq 5 EV
Battery & Range
  • 61.4 kWh BYD Blade Battery, claimed WLTP range ~460 km
  • Same battery and range figures repeated for Nepal lineup
  • Claimed driving range up to 375 km on single charge
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 150 kW PMSM, rear‑wheel drive
  • Approx. 310 Nm torque
  • Permanent magnet synchronous motor, peak power 124.9 kW
  • Single-motor rear-wheel-drive configuration
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 2,920 mm
  • Ground clearance 145 mm
  • Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Ground clearance: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Dimensions
  • Length ~4,800 mm
  • Width ~1,875 mm; height ~1,460 mm
  • Overall dimensions: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Cargo
  • Boot space about 400 L plus front trunk ~50 L
  • Boot space: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Front trunk capacity: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • Leatherette seats with powered front seats
  • Panoramic glass roof standard across variants
  • Dual‑zone automatic climate control
  • Vision roof (panoramic-style glass roof) for airy cabin feel
  • Spacious EV-specific flat-floor interior layout
  • Premium seating with adjustable driver seat: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Large rotating central touchscreen, approx 15.6‑inch
  • Fully digital instrument cluster
  • Wireless phone charging and multiple USB ports
  • Keyless entry and push‑button start
  • Large integrated digital displays: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Wireless phone connectivity details: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Vehicle-to-load (V2L) feature: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Safety
  • 5‑star Euro NCAP rating
  • Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) standard
  • Forward Collision Warning System (FCWS)
  • Adaptive Cruise Control System (ACCS)
  • Traffic Jam Assistance (TJA)
  • Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
  • Lane‑Keeping Assistance (LKA)
  • Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
  • Multiple airbags and ESP standard
  • Airbag count: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • ADAS features (lane keep, AEB, etc.): Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Structural safety rating: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Design & Exterior
  • Ocean Series design language, sleek coupe‑style sedan
  • LED headlights and LED tail‑lamps
  • 19‑inch alloy wheels on higher trims; smaller alloys on Dynamic
  • Available in four standard exterior colours
  • Futuristic EV crossover design with sharp parametric lines
  • Distinctive LED lighting signature: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • 19-inch aerodynamic alloy wheels mentioned in Nepal reviews
Sales & Imports
  • Launched in Nepal in early 2024 via Cimex Inc.
  • Positioned as BYD’s flagship sedan in Nepal
  • Part of BYD’s Ocean series expansion in Nepal
  • Officially sold as fully built-up import by Laxmi Hyundai
  • Only one official GLS Vision Roof 124.9 kW variant listed
  • Annual sales volume: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Value for Money Verdict
  • Entry variant offers strong range and safety tech for price
  • Considered a premium alternative to ICE luxury sedans
  • Positioned as Hyundai’s flagship EV SUV in Nepal
  • Priced over NPR 1.03 crore MRP, premium EV segment
Pros
  • Impressive WLTP‑style range for base battery
  • Comprehensive ADAS and Euro NCAP 5‑star rating
  • Refined ride and comfortable cabin
  • Strong 124.9 kW performance with quick 0–100 km/h in 5.2 s
  • Respectable claimed 375 km range for mixed urban-highway use
  • Futuristic design stands out versus conventional SUVs
  • Backed by established nationwide Hyundai dealer network
Cons
  • Ground clearance limited for rough Nepali roads
  • Price significantly higher than mass‑market EVs
  • High on-road MRP limits affordability for many buyers
  • Detailed feature equipment list not clearly disclosed locally (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Only one official high-power variant currently listed

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BYD Seal or Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV?

As of July 2026, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV starts at Rs 1.04 crore ex-showroom — Rs 6.04 lakh less than the BYD Seal at Rs 1.1 crore.

What is the price of the BYD Seal and Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV in Nepal?

The BYD Seal costs Rs 1.1 crore to Rs 1.95 crore and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV costs Rs 1.04 crore (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the BYD Seal or the Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV?

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

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