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Mahindra XUV700 vs SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 27 Jul 2026Comparing AX5 MT PET FWD 5 STR vs V-Cross 2.5 2499cc Diesel variants
The short answer

SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5 costs रु 4,80,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Mahindra XUV700 if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Best feature-to-price balance at Rs 81 lakh Sunroof and big screens justify premium over AX3

Pros
Panoramic sunroof at mid variant price
Large dual-screen cockpit adds premium feel
Strong engine with decent efficiency for size
Cons
Still lacks advanced ADAS features of AX7L
High import pricing vs Indian market
No AWD or diesel choice
As of 17 Jul 2026
Choose the SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5 if
SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5 costs रु 4,80,000 less ex-showroom.
17 rows compared
Mahindra XUV700 price in Nepal
Mahindra
रु 83,70,000
SML Isuzu
रु 78,90,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 83,70,000
रु 78,90,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 74,00,000 – रु 1,13,00,000
रु 78,90,000
Variants on sale
6
1
Fuel
petrol
diesel
Distributor
Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd.
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cashExpired
Introductory launch pricing window around Feb 2023
Ended 01 Mar 2023
5 offers on other variants
No offer on this variant
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
197 PS
Not disclosed
Max torque
380 Nm
Not disclosed
Transmission
manual
Not disclosed
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Not disclosed
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
4,695 mm
Not disclosed
Width
1,890 mm
Not disclosed
Wheelbase
2,750 mm
Not disclosed
Ground clearance
200 mm
Not disclosed
Boot space
475 litres
Not disclosed
Seating
5
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
49Better
2
Service centres
8
Not disclosed
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Fabric upholstery, manual seat adjust; plus panoramic sunroof from AX5
·Automatic climate control on AX5
·5-seater with enhanced features over AX3
As of 17 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Dual 10.25-inch integrated infotainment and instrument screens
·AdrenoX connectivity suite, in-built navigation
·Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
·Keyless entry and push-button start
As of 17 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
🛡️Safety
·Global NCAP 5-star structure; safety kit like AX3
·Dual front airbags, ABS, ESP standard
·Hill hold control and traction control
As of 17 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
✨Design & Exterior
·Diamond-cut alloy wheels on AX5
·LED DRLs, projector headlamps, bold grille
·Panoramic sunroof visually distinguishes AX5
As of 17 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
📊Sales & Imports
·AX5 positioned as mid-spec volume seller in Nepal
·Imported India-spec petrol units via Agni Mahindra
As of 17 Jul 2026
Not disclosed

Every variant, priced

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

Mahindra XUV700
SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5

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 83,70,000
रु 78,90,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 27,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 84,08,245
≈ रु 79,23,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,00,631 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 94,860 · 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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Mahindra XUV700 vs SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Mahindra XUV700 or SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5?

As of July 2026, the Mahindra XUV700 starts at Rs 74 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 4.9 lakh less than the SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5 at Rs 78.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Mahindra XUV700 and SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5 in Nepal?

The Mahindra XUV700 costs Rs 74 lakh to Rs 1.13 crore and the SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5 costs Rs 78.9 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Mahindra XUV700 or the SML Isuzu V-Cross 2.5?

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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