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MG S5 EV vs Tata Nexon EV in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
MG S5 EVTata Nexon EV
Ex-showroom priceRs 43.99 lakh – Rs 55.99 lakhRs 45.49 lakh – Rs 48.99 lakh
Fuelevev
Variants on sale54
DistributorMG Motors Nepal (authorized distributor: Paramount Motors Pvt. Ltd.)Sipradi Trading Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

MG S5 EV

Comfortरु 43,99,000
Luxury (62.2 kWh)रु 55,99,000
Luxury (49.1 kWh)रु 50,99,000
Luxury (49.1kWh LUX)रु 49,99,000
62.2 kWh Luxury (LUX)रु 54,99,000

Tata Nexon EV

Nexon K3.evरु 48,99,000
. XZ+रु 45,49,000
. XZ+ LUXरु 45,49,000
K3. (45 kWh)रु 48,99,000
Specifications — S5 EV Comfort vs Nexon EV Nexon K3.ev
CategoryMG S5 EVTata Nexon EV
Battery & Range
  • Battery capacity: 49.1 kWh (official Nepal site labels it 'Comfort (49kWh COM)')
  • Battery pack thickness: 110mm, described as thinnest battery pack sold in Nepal, developed with CATL
  • WLTP range: 340 km
  • AC charging: 7 kW onboard charger
  • DC fast charging 10%-80%: 24-26 minutes
  • Battery capacity 45 kWh
  • Real-world driving range about 350–375 km
  • Claimed test-cycle range not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • Motor power: 99 kW
  • Torque: 250 Nm
  • Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive, motor mounted at rear
  • Motor type: Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
  • 0-100 km/h: under 7.1 seconds
  • Top speed: 175 km/h
  • 0–100 km/h acceleration time 8.9 seconds
  • Motor output figure not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Drive modes not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Drivetrain layout not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase: 2730 mm
  • Ground clearance: 175 mm
  • Ground clearance 190 mm
  • Wheelbase figure not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Turning circle radius not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Dimensions
  • Length x Width x Height: 4476 x 1849 x 1621 mm
  • Overall dimensions not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Tyre and wheel size not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Cargo
  • Boot capacity: 453 L, expandable to 1441 L with rear seats folded
  • No frunk (front trunk) disclosed on official site
  • Frunk capacity 11.6 litres
  • Boot space 350 litres
  • Rear seat folding flexibility not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • 5-seater
  • 12.8-inch central control touchscreen
  • 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
  • 3-spoke steering wheel
  • Kerb weight: 1705 kg
  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Heated front seats and wireless phone charging NOT included on Comfort
  • Suspension setup described as comfortable on video review
  • Interior feature list not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Climate control specifications not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Seat upholstery and adjustability not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, MG HiCar
  • Inbuilt apps: YouTube, Spotify, TikTok
  • Audio: FM + 4 speakers
  • 2 front + 1 rear Type-C USB ports
  • One Pedal Drive mode
  • 10.2-inch infotainment screen mentioned
  • Connectivity feature set not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Advanced driver display details not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Charging interface inside cabin not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Safety
  • 6 airbags (driver, passenger, side, curtain, central) - all variants
  • Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assist
  • Adaptive Cruise Control and Traffic Jam Assist
  • Blind spot detection with lane change assist
  • Drowsiness Monitor System
  • ISOFIX rear child-seat anchors
  • Euro NCAP: 5-star overall rating (Adult Occupant 90%, Child Occupant 82%, Vulnerable Road User 82%, Safety Assist 78%) - applies to MG S5 EV globally per cross-check portals (nepaldrives.com, en.meroauto.com), not stated on official Nepal site (As of: 11/07/2026)
  • Safety feature list not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Crash test rating not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Airbag count not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Active safety systems not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Design & Exterior
  • Wind Hunter active intake grille
  • Racing Flag-themed DRLs
  • Family Arch taillight design
  • Drag coefficient Cd 0.003
  • LED headlamps with auto control
  • Panoramic sunroof (1.9 sqm) is Luxury-only, NOT on Comfort
  • Power tailgate with foot-kick sensor is Luxury-only, NOT on Comfort
  • Available colours: Dark Grey, Black, Red, Blue, Silver, White, Gold
  • All-new Nexon K3.ev based on acti.ev architecture
  • Exterior redesign vs earlier Nexon EV implied but not detailed
  • Lighting package details not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Color palette not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Sales & Imports
  • Nepal distributor: Paramount Motors Pvt. Ltd.
  • Successor to MG ZS EV, which sold 2500+ units in Nepal
  • Nepal was among the first markets outside China to launch the MG S5 EV, officially launched around March 2025
  • Launched in Butwal and Bhairahawa outlets on 09/04/2025
  • Vehicle warranty: 1 year; High-voltage components: 3 years/100,000 km; Battery pack: 8 years/150,000 km (official site); Paramount Motors separately introduced an extended warranty option up to 15 years/200,000 km for motor+battery across its EV lineup including S5, announced 01/05/2026
  • Officially launched in Nepal by Sipradi Trading
  • Introductory price Rs 48.99 lakh announced
  • Booking opened nationwide per launch content
  • Exact on-road price elements not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Value for Money Verdict
  • The Comfort variant undercuts most electric SUV rivals on price while still including 6 airbags, ADAS, and a 5-star Euro NCAP safety pedigree, making it a genuinely strong value entry point despite smaller wheels and fewer creature comforts than the Luxury trims.
  • Longer real-world range than older 30.2 kWh Nexon EV
  • Price positioned above older XZ+ trims
  • Detailed variant-wise K3.ev pricing not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Pros
  • Lowest starting price in the S5 EV range and among cheaper mid-size electric SUVs in Nepal
  • Same core safety suite (6 airbags + ADAS) as pricier variants
  • Thin CATL battery pack and RWD layout give reportedly smooth, planted handling
  • Strong warranty coverage including up-to-15-year battery/motor option
  • Substantial 45 kWh battery suits intercity travel
  • Real-world range 350–375 km attractive for Nepal
  • Modern infotainment with 10.2-inch screen
Cons
  • Smaller 17-inch wheels and lower 175mm ground clearance vs Luxury trims
  • Missing wireless charging, heated seats, panoramic sunroof, and power tailgate found on Luxury variants
  • Same 340km WLTP range as the pricier Luxury (49.1kWh) variant, offering no range benefit for the price step-up to that trim
  • Limited real-world testing on Nepal's rougher roads at time of first-drive reviews
  • Many key specs currently not disclosed officially
  • Ground clearance lower than 205 mm older Nexon EV
  • No clear Nepal-official variant naming beyond K3.ev

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — MG S5 EV or Tata Nexon EV?

As of July 2026, the MG S5 EV starts at Rs 43.99 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.5 lakh less than the Tata Nexon EV at Rs 45.49 lakh.

What is the price of the MG S5 EV and Tata Nexon EV in Nepal?

The MG S5 EV costs Rs 43.99 lakh to Rs 55.99 lakh and the Tata Nexon EV costs Rs 45.49 lakh to Rs 48.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the MG S5 EV or the Tata Nexon EV?

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