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Jaecoo J5 EV vs Nissan Leaf EV in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 18, 2026

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At a glance
Jaecoo J5 EVNissan Leaf EV
Ex-showroom priceRs 60.99 lakhRs 59.99 lakh – Rs 64.99 lakh
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Variants on sale12
DistributorSPG Automobiles / Omoda Jaecoo NepalPioneer Moto Corp Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 18, 2026)

Jaecoo J5 EV

(Standard)रु 60,99,000

Nissan Leaf EV

Standardरु 64,99,000
40 kWh (single Nepal variant)रु 59,99,000
Specifications — J5 EV (Standard) vs Leaf EV 40 kWh (single Nepal variant)
CategoryJaecoo J5 EVNissan Leaf EV
Battery & Range
  • 58.9 kWh CATL LFP battery, WLTP range 402 km (meroauto.com, nepaldrives.com)[9][7]
  • Claimed maximum range up to 461 km (WLTP/NEDC mix, nepalevs.com, ev-nepal.com)[11][3]
  • 40 kWh lithium-ion battery, NEDC range up to 311 km (India-spec Nepal launch release, nissanmotornews.com)[8]
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • Single PMSM motor, 155 kW, 288 Nm, FWD (meroauto.com, nepaldrives.com)[9][7]
  • Single-speed automatic reduction gear transmission (evnewsnepal.com)[4]
  • 110 kW (150 PS) electric motor, 320 Nm torque, front-wheel drive (India-spec Nepal launch release, nissanmotornews.com)[8]
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 2,620 mm (nepaldrives.com, meroauto.com)[6][9]
  • Ground clearance 185 mm (nepaldrives.com, evnewsnepal.com)[7][4]
  • Wheelbase 2700 mm (global-spec Leaf 40 kWh brochure)[3]
  • Ground clearance 150 mm (global-spec Leaf brochure, similar 40 kWh model)[4]
Dimensions
  • Length 4,380 mm, width 1,860 mm, height 1,650 mm (nepaldrives.com, meroauto.com)[6][9]
  • 5-seater mid-size SUV configuration (ev-nepal.com, nepaldrives.com)[3][7]
  • Overall length 4490 mm (global-spec Leaf 40 kWh brochure)[3]
  • Overall width 1788 mm (global-spec Leaf 40 kWh brochure)[3][10]
  • Overall height 1540 mm (global-spec Leaf 40 kWh brochure)[3][10]
Cargo
  • Boot space 480 litres (nepaldrives.com, evnewsnepal.com)[7][4]
  • Rear seats fold to expand cargo (global-spec AU/TH brochures)[1][2]
  • Boot/luggage volume not disclosed officially for Nepal (As of: 17/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • Panoramic sunroof (nepaldrives.com, ictframe.com)[7][10]
  • Power-adjustable driver seat (YouTube dealer walkaround)[12]
  • Dual-zone automatic AC with rear vents (ictframe.com)[10]
  • Ambient interior lighting for premium feel (ictframe.com)[10]
  • Pet-friendly cabin materials and air filtration (ictframe.com)[10]
  • 5-seat hatchback layout (global-spec Leaf brochure)[7]
  • Zero-emission EV with quiet cabin expected, but Nepal-specific features not disclosed officially (As of: 17/07/2026)
Infotainment & Convenience
  • 13.2-inch central touchscreen infotainment system (ictframe.com)[10]
  • Fully digital instrument cluster (ictframe.com)[10]
  • 360-degree camera system (YouTube dealer walkaround)[12]
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support (India/ID-spec media, global-spec)[8][2]
  • Nepal distributor site and launch release do not list screen/audio specs (As of: 17/07/2026)
  • Global Leaf 40 kWh commonly has 7–8 inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (global-spec brochure)[4]
Safety
  • Level 2 ADAS with ~20+ functions incl. FCW, BSM, AEB, ACC (meroauto.com, ictframe.com)[9][10]
  • Six airbags (front, side, curtain) (YouTube dealer walkaround)[12]
  • Electronic stability control and traction control (India/ID-spec, global-spec)[8][1]
  • Front MacPherson strut, rear multi-link suspension (nepaldrives.com)[7]
  • Zero-emission EV; specific safety feature list not disclosed for Nepal variant (As of: 17/07/2026)
  • Global-spec Leaf 40 kWh offers ABS, ESC, airbags, but Nepal equipment not officially confirmed (global-spec brochures)[4][10]
Design & Exterior
  • Sharp LED headlights with DRLs (YouTube dealer walkaround)[12]
  • 18-inch alloy wheels with 235/55 R18 tyres (nepaldrives.com, TH brochure)[7][2]
  • Panoramic glass roof with electric sunshade (ictframe.com)[10]
  • SUV styling oriented for light off-road use (nepaldrives.com)[7]
  • 5-door hatchback body with aerodynamic styling (global-spec Leaf brochure)[7]
  • Dimensions similar to international second-gen Leaf; Nepal color/trim choices not listed officially (As of: 17/07/2026)
Sales & Imports
  • Officially launched at NAIMA Expo 2025 at Rs 60.99 lakh (nepaldrives.com)[7]
  • Intro booking offer Rs 56.99 lakh for limited period (nepaldrives.com, YouTube)[7][12]
  • Imported as CBU/CKD Chinese EV, same as global J5 EV (nepaldrives.com, CarNewsChina-type data)[6][14]
  • Launched in Nepal as fully imported zero-emission EV at NPR 59.99 lakhs introductory price (India-spec Nepal launch release)[8]
  • Marketed as first mass-market global EV from Nissan in Nepal (India-spec Nepal launch release)[8]
Value for Money Verdict
  • Positioned as premium mid-size EV SUV under Rs 65 lakh (nepaldrives.com)[7]
  • Competitive range and features vs other EV SUVs (ev-nepal.com, meroauto.com)[3][9]
  • Priced around NPR 6 million, positioned as premium imported EV with 311 km NEDC range (India-spec Nepal launch release)[8]
Pros
  • Strong 155 kW motor with quick 0–100 km/h in ~7.3–7.7 s (nepaldrives.com, evnewsnepal.com)[7][4]
  • Long claimed range up to 461 km (ev-nepal.com, nepalevs.com)[3][11]
  • Rich feature set: large screen, ADAS, panoramic roof (ictframe.com)[10]
  • Good 480 L boot and 185 mm clearance for Nepal roads (nepaldrives.com)[7]
  • Proven global EV with 40 kWh battery and 311 km NEDC range (India-spec Nepal launch release)[8]
  • Strong 320 Nm instant torque and 150 PS output for quick acceleration (India-spec Nepal launch release)[8]
Cons
  • Only FWD, no AWD option for serious off-roading (meroauto.com)[9]
  • New brand, resale and long-term reliability unproven (portal commentary, general market)[3][7]
  • Predominantly single fully loaded variant limits price laddering (ev-nepal.com)[3]
  • Only one official Nepal variant; limited trim choice compared to some rivals (As of: 17/07/2026)
  • Specs like safety features and infotainment not clearly detailed by Nepal distributor (As of: 17/07/2026)

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Jaecoo J5 EV or Nissan Leaf EV?

As of July 2026, the Nissan Leaf EV starts at Rs 59.99 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1 lakh less than the Jaecoo J5 EV at Rs 60.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Jaecoo J5 EV and Nissan Leaf EV in Nepal?

The Jaecoo J5 EV costs Rs 60.99 lakh and the Nissan Leaf EV costs Rs 59.99 lakh to Rs 64.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Jaecoo J5 EV or the Nissan Leaf 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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