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Hyundai GLS vs SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Landerin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 29 Jul 2026Comparing 4WD AT vs ISUZU (2499cc Diesel) variants
The short answer

SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander costs रु 1,25,06,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Hyundai GLS if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.
Choose the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander if
SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander costs रु 1,25,06,000 less ex-showroom.

Hi-Lander offers the proven 2.5L Isuzu diesel and double-cab practicality at a mid-range price, making it suitable for buyers needing both work utility and family use without paying V-Cross premiums. Value is solid if you prioritize durability and brand reputation over advanced features, but feature-conscious buyers may find rivals more modern for similar money.

Pros
Strong 2.5L diesel with good torque for load and hilly terrain.
Double-cab layout balances cargo use with family or crew seating.
Priced significantly below lifestyle-focused V-Cross variants.
Backed by established Isuzu distributor network in Kathmandu.
Cons
Key comfort, infotainment, and safety features are not clearly specified and likely basic.
No official details on dimensions, ground clearance, or payload may worry informed buyers.
Service network appears limited mainly to Kathmandu, reducing convenience for upcountry owners.
Not an EV or hybrid, so running costs and emissions are higher than emerging electrified rivals.
As of 28 Jul 2026
12 rows compared
Hyundai
रु 1,89,96,000
SML Isuzu
रु 64,90,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 1,89,96,000
रु 64,90,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 64,96,000 – रु 1,89,96,000
रु 64,90,000
Variants on sale
3
2
Fuel
Not disclosed
diesel
Distributor
Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd.
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
No specific official cash discount or seasonal offer publicly disclosed
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
Not disclosed
2,499 cc
Max power
Not disclosed
134 PS
Max torque
Not disclosed
320 Nm
Transmission
Not disclosed
manual
Drivetrain
Not disclosed
rear-wheel drive
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
31Better
2
Service centres
35Better
6
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
Not disclosed
·Double cab configuration offers seating for five
·Positioned as more basic than V-Cross; fewer comfort features
As of 28 Jul 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
Not disclosed
·Specific infotainment features not disclosed officially (As of: 28/07/2026)
·Likely basic audio and manual AC, below V-Cross equipment level
As of 28 Jul 2026
🛡️Safety
Not disclosed
·Safety equipment list not disclosed officially (As of: 28/07/2026)
·Platform shared with D-MAX, known for robust ladder-frame construction
As of 28 Jul 2026
✨Design & Exterior
Not disclosed
·Double cab Hi-Lander based on popular Isuzu D-MAX design
·Lifestyle pickup styling, simpler than V-Cross
As of 28 Jul 2026
📊Sales & Imports
Not disclosed
·Officially sold in Nepal by Continental Trading Enterprises / Times Motors
·Ex-showroom price Rs 64,90,000 in Nepal 2026 list
·Imported as CBU/CKD from markets using 2.5L diesel D-MAX platform
As of 28 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Hyundai GLS
SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander

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 1,89,96,000
रु 64,90,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 25,500
≈ रु 37,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 8,485
≈ रु 10,745
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 1,90,29,985
≈ रु 65,38,245
EMI / month
≈ रु 2,28,385 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 78,028 · 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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Hyundai GLS vs SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Hyundai GLS or SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander?

As of July 2026, the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander starts at Rs 64.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.06 lakh less than the Hyundai GLS at Rs 64.96 lakh.

What is the price of the Hyundai GLS and SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander in Nepal?

The Hyundai GLS costs Rs 64.96 lakh to Rs 1.9 crore and the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander costs Rs 64.9 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Hyundai GLS or the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander?

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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