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SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab vs Suzuki S-Presso in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduEx-showroom, as listed — no trim distributor-verified yetComparing Flat Deck vs STD variants
The short answer

Suzuki S-Presso costs रु 1,41,000 less ex-showroom. D-MAX Single Cab has 11.1 PS more power.

Choose the SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab if
D-MAX Single Cab has 11.1 PS more power.

Very strong value for buyers needing a durable, low-cost workhorse with minimal comfort and safety expectations. Best suited to fleets, tradespeople, and rural operators prioritizing load capacity and reliability over features.

Pros
Very low entry price among D-MAX range
Proven 2.5L diesel expected to be durable and economical
High ground clearance suitable for rough Nepali roads
Simple mechanicals likely easy to maintain in remote areas
Cons
Sparse comfort and convenience features versus S-Cab and rivals
Safety equipment is limited and poorly documented
Single cab layout restricts passenger capacity
Service and parts network narrower than mainstream pickup brands
As of 28 Jul 2026
Choose the Suzuki S-Presso if
Suzuki S-Presso costs रु 1,41,000 less ex-showroom.

Cheapest way to get an SUV‑ish Suzuki in Nepal and good fuel efficiency for city use. Value if you prioritise low price over features; suits budget buyers needing simple transport.

Pros
Very low entry price among Suzuki cars in Nepal.
High ground clearance useful for rough urban and rural roads.
Frugal 1.0‑litre engine with strong certified mileage.
Compact size and light kerb weight make it easy to drive and park.
Cons
Very basic equipment; missing many comfort and convenience features.
No touchscreen infotainment or modern connectivity in STD trim.
No automatic transmission option officially confirmed for Nepal.
Limited safety kit beyond dual airbags and ABS; no advanced features.
As of 07 Sept 2026
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SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab price in Nepal
SML Isuzu
रु 24,90,000
Suzuki S-Presso price in Nepal
Suzuki
रु 23,49,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 24,90,000
रु 23,49,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 24,90,000 – रु 26,90,000
रु 23,49,000 – रु 25,49,000
Variants on sale
2
3
Fuel
diesel
petrol
Distributor
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
CG MotoCorp (Suzuki Cars Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cash
No specific cash discount or scheme publicly disclosed
cash
Generic market price; no specific official cash discount disclosed
2 offers on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
2,499 cc
998 cc
Max power
78 bhp (79.1 PS)+11.1 PS
50 kW (68 PS)
Max torque
176 Nm+86 Nm
90 Nm
Transmission
manual
manual
Drivetrain
2WD
FWD
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
5,375 mm
3,565 mm
Width
1,860 mm
1,520 mm
Height
1,800 mm
1,564 mm
Ground clearance
220 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
2
59Better
Service centres
3
45Better
1 category hiddenBattery & Range does not apply to these two diesel models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Basic commercial interior, fewer comfort features than other D-MAXs
·Manually adjustable seats; AC likely but not detailed
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Basic fabric seats, upright seating position
·STD is baseline trim with very few comfort features
As of 07 Sept 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Infotainment system not disclosed officially (As of: 28/07/2026)
·Power windows/central locking not clearly detailed (As of: 28/07/2026)
As of 28 Jul 2026
·No touchscreen; basic audio not highlighted for STD
·Manual parking brake lever
·auto_hold: Not disclosed officially (As of: 07/09/2026)
·infotainment_size_in: Not disclosed officially (As of: 07/09/2026)
·parking_brake_type: Manual lever
As of 07 Sept 2026
🛡️Safety
·Fewer safety features compared to other D-MAX models
·Airbag, ABS spec not disclosed officially (As of: 28/07/2026)
As of 28 Jul 2026
·airbag_count: Dual front airbags
·ABS with EBD standard
·Rear parking sensors standard
·camera_360: Not available on this model
·adas_level: No ADAS; only basic safety features
As of 07 Sept 2026
Design & Exterior
·Single cab flat-deck body for commercial use
·Available colors: Grey, White, Silver
As of 28 Jul 2026
·14‑inch steel wheels in base STD trim
·SUV‑inspired tall stance and high bonnet
As of 07 Sept 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Ex-showroom price starts at Rs 24.90 lakh
·Positioned as most affordable D-MAX in Nepal
·Imported and sold by Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Imported from India via CG MotoCorp network
·Model imports reportedly halted ~3 years, yet price lists still show it
As of 07 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

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

SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab
Suzuki S-Presso

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 24,90,000
रु 23,49,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 37,500
≈ रु 22,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 7,355
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 25,38,245
≈ रु 23,78,855
EMI / month
≈ रु 29,937 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 28,241 · 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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Our verdict

These two split the decision: the Suzuki S-Presso is रु 1,41,000 cheaper ex-showroom (6%), while the SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab is ahead on power and torque — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for.

Choose the SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab if
  • you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking
  • you drive loaded, or climb steep gradients often

Measured: 11.1 PS more power; 86 Nm more torque.

Choose the Suzuki S-Presso if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 42 more service centres in Nepal (45 vs 3); 57 more showrooms in Nepal (59 vs 2).

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
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These trims are listed at their published ex-showroom price, but none has been checked against the distributor's own price list yet — so treat the figures as indicative and confirm at the showroom.

After-sales reach in Nepal
SML Isuzu: 2 showrooms, 3 service centres · Suzuki: 59 showrooms, 45 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab vs Suzuki S-Presso — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab or Suzuki S-Presso?

As of September 2026, the Suzuki S-Presso starts at Rs 23.49 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.41 lakh less than the SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab at Rs 24.9 lakh.

What is the price of the SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab and Suzuki S-Presso in Nepal?

The SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab costs Rs 24.9 lakh to Rs 26.9 lakh and the Suzuki S-Presso costs Rs 23.49 lakh to Rs 25.49 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab or the Suzuki S-Presso?

These two split the decision: the Suzuki S-Presso is रु 1,41,000 cheaper ex-showroom (6%), while the SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab is ahead on power and torque — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the SML Isuzu D-MAX Single Cab if you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking. Take the Suzuki S-Presso if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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