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SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander vs Zeekr LEVin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 10 Aug 2026Comparing ISUZU (2499cc Diesel) vs 01 ( SE ) variants
The short answer

Zeekr LEV costs रु 2,95,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

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
Choose the Zeekr LEV if
Zeekr LEV costs रु 2,95,000 less ex-showroom.
12 rows compared
SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander price in Nepal
SML Isuzu
रु 64,90,000
Zeekr
रु 61,95,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 64,90,000
रु 61,95,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 64,90,000
रु 61,95,000 – रु 69,95,000
Variants on sale
2
2
Fuel
diesel
Not disclosed
Distributor
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
Pioneer Moto Corp
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cash
No specific official cash discount or seasonal offer publicly disclosed
No offer on this variant
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
2,499 cc
Not disclosed
Max power
134 PS
Not disclosed
Max torque
320 Nm
Not disclosed
Transmission
manual
Not disclosed
Drivetrain
rear-wheel drive
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
2
4Better
Service centres
3
0
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two diesel models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Double cab configuration offers seating for five
·Positioned as more basic than V-Cross; fewer comfort features
As of 28 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·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
Not disclosed
🛡️Safety
·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
Not disclosed
✨Design & Exterior
·Double cab Hi-Lander based on popular Isuzu D-MAX design
·Lifestyle pickup styling, simpler than V-Cross
As of 28 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
📊Sales & Imports
·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
Not disclosed

Every variant, priced

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

SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander
Zeekr LEV

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 64,90,000
रु 61,95,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 37,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 65,38,245
≈ रु 62,28,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 78,028 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 74,481 · 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.

SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander full detailsZeekr LEV full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander vs Zeekr LEV — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander or Zeekr LEV?

As of August 2026, the Zeekr LEV starts at Rs 61.95 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 2.95 lakh less than the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander at Rs 64.9 lakh.

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

The SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander costs Rs 64.9 lakh and the Zeekr LEV costs Rs 61.95 lakh to Rs 69.95 lakh (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander or the Zeekr LEV?

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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