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SML Isuzu MU-X vs Toyota Yaris Cross Hybridin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 08 Aug 2026Comparing 4WD vs Yaris Cross Hybrid variants
The short answer

Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid costs रु 20,90,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the SML Isuzu MU-X if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

This trim is for buyers who want the MU-X badge and a premium diesel SUV image more than value. It is hard to justify on features alone unless the price gap versus alternatives is not a concern.

Pros
Single-variant simplicity.
Premium positioning may appeal to brand-loyal buyers.
Diesel torque suits touring.
Fresh styling noted in Nepal coverage.
Cons
Pricing is high for the equipment level disclosed locally.
Exact spec sheet is not clearly published in the Nepal sources provided.
Variant naming is inconsistent across Nepal portals.
Narrow value proposition against similarly priced SUVs.
As of 28 Jul 2026
Choose the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid if
Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid costs रु 20,90,000 less ex-showroom.

Premium-price urban hybrid crossover in Nepal. Stronger on fuel efficiency and equipment than on affordability (inference from sources).

Pros
Self-charging hybrid, so no external charging needed (Nepal brochure).
High ground clearance for city roads.
Strong safety kit for one-variant lineup.
Cons
Only one Nepal variant, so no trim choice.
Very high ex-showroom price for a compact crossover.
Some comfort and infotainment details are not officially disclosed.
As of 25 Jul 2026
16 rows compared
SML Isuzu MU-X price in Nepal
SML Isuzu
रु 1,49,90,000
Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid price in Nepal
Toyota
रु 1,29,00,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 1,49,90,000
रु 1,29,00,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 1,49,90,000
रु 1,29,00,000
Variants on sale
2
1
Fuel
diesel
hybrid
Distributor
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd.
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
Not disclosed
1,496 cc
Max power
Not disclosed
59 PS
Max torque
Not disclosed
1 Nm
Transmission
automatic
CVT
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
4,825 mm
Not disclosed
Width
1,570 mm
Not disclosed
Height
1,860 mm
Not disclosed
Wheelbase
2,845 mm
Not disclosed
Seating
Not disclosed
5
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
2
30Better
Service centres
3
41Better
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Premium single-variant positioning noted for Nepal.
·Cabin feature details not fully disclosed in Nepal sources (As of: 2026-07-28).
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Driver / passenger seat adjustment: 6-way power / 4-way manual
·Rear seat: 60:40 folding
·Display / audio: 7-inch TFT MID / 10.1-inch display
As of 03 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Infotainment specification not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-28).
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Panoramic roof / wireless charger: Available / Available
As of 03 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Updated styling and safety mentioned, but exact equipment is not disclosed locally.
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Airbags: 6
·VSC / ABS / HAC / ESS: Available / Brake Assist / Available / Available
·Parking sensors / camera: Front 2 + rear 2 / 360-degree panoramic view
As of 03 Aug 2026
✨Design & Exterior
·Current Nepal MU-X is described as updated in styling.
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Exterior colours: Scarlet SE, Dark Turquoise SE, Platinum Pearl, Silver ME, Greenish White, Attitude Black MC, Dark Red MM, Gunmetal MM
As of 03 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Another Nepal portal lists the MU-X at Rs 1.5 crore ex-showroom.
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Official Nepal price: Rs 1.29 crore ex-showroom.
·Authorized distributor: United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd..
·Available as a single Nepal-market variant only.
As of 25 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

SML Isuzu MU-X
Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid

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 1,49,90,000
रु 1,29,00,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 37,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 1,50,38,245
≈ रु 1,29,33,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,80,221 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 1,55,094 · 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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SML Isuzu MU-X vs Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — SML Isuzu MU-X or Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid?

As of August 2026, the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid starts at Rs 1.29 crore ex-showroom — Rs 20.9 lakh less than the SML Isuzu MU-X at Rs 1.5 crore.

What is the price of the SML Isuzu MU-X and Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid in Nepal?

The SML Isuzu MU-X costs Rs 1.5 crore and the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid costs Rs 1.29 crore (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the SML Isuzu MU-X or the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid?

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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