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BAIC BJ30e vs Toyota Yaris Cross in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, Kathmandu1 of 4 trim prices distributor-verified 30 Sept 2026Comparing BJ30e 1.5 DHT 4WD LV5 vs Yaris Cross Hybrid variants
The short answer

BAIC BJ30e costs रु 9,04,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the BAIC BJ30e if
BAIC BJ30e costs रु 9,04,000 less ex-showroom.

At NPR 1,19,00,000, it offers class-leading power (403 hp) and a high-tech cabin, though at this price it is measured against well-established Japanese and European rivals rather than undercutting them. It is ideal for buyers wanting a rugged-looking off-roader that remains fuel-efficient for city commutes thanks to the DHT system.

Pros
Massive 685 Nm torque provides exceptional acceleration for its price bracket
High ground clearance of 215mm is excellent for Nepal's varied terrain
Interior tech is superior with the Snapdragon 8155 chipset
Spacious 2820mm wheelbase offers significant rear legroom
Cons
New brand in Nepal may lead to concerns over long-term resale value
The 2.01 kWh battery is small and intended for hybrid assist only, not long EV-only range
Service network is currently limited compared to established rivals like Suzuki or Hyundai
As of 11 Sept 2026
Choose the Toyota Yaris Cross if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

The Yaris Cross Hybrid offers a premium, fuel-efficient urban crossover experience, though its high price point makes it a niche choice for buyers prioritizing brand reliability over raw value.

Pros
Excellent fuel efficiency from hybrid powertrain
High ground clearance suitable for Nepal's roads
Compact and stylish urban design
Toyota's trusted brand reliability
Cons
High price point compared to non-hybrid rivals
Limited official information on safety and convenience features
Single-variant availability limits choice
As of 28 Sept 2026
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BAIC
रु 1,19,96,000Lowest price
Toyota Yaris Cross price in Nepal
Toyota
रु 1,29,00,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 1,19,96,000Cheapest
रु 1,29,00,000
Fuel
hybrid
hybrid
Distributor
Laxmi Motor Hub
United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd.
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⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
301 kW (409.2 PS)
Not disclosed
Battery
2 kWh
Not disclosed
Claimed range
0 km (test cycle not recorded)
Not disclosed
Transmission
Not disclosed
CVT
Drivetrain
Not disclosed
FWD
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
Not disclosed
4,310 mm
Width
Not disclosed
1,770 mm
Height
Not disclosed
1,655 mm
Wheelbase
2,820 mm+200 mm
2,620 mm
Ground clearance
Not disclosed
210 mm
Seating
Not disclosed
5
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
13
53Better
Service centres
1
45Better
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·64-color ambient light
·Electronic gear selector with fighter jet thruster design
·Front and rear seats can be reclined freely
As of 16 Sept 2026
·Digital instrument cluster
·Refined cabin interior
·5-seater configuration with a synthetic leather seat finish
·8-way electrically adjustable driver's seat and multi-color ambient lighting
·10.1-inch display audio system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
·Panoramic glass roof with power sunshade
As of 06 Oct 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·10.25 inch + 14.6 inch double-screen combination
As of 16 Sept 2026
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🛡️Safety
·63.4% high-strength steel body
·25420 N·M maximum torsional stiffness
·20 positions thermal formed steel
·Frontal three-stage energy-absorbing structure
·All-terrain control system (ATS)
As of 16 Sept 2026
·ADAS features restricted to basic Cruise Control (CC) and Blind Spot Monitor
·Equipped with 6 SRS airbags: driver, passenger, side, and curtain
·Includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Hill-start Assist Control
·Panoramic 360-degree view monitor and front/rear parking sensors
As of 06 Oct 2026
Warranty & After-sales
·Whole-vehicle warranty: 5 years or 150,000 km
·Free servicing: 3 years included
As of 11 Sept 2026
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✨Design & Exterior
·Five-hole daytime running light belt headlight design
·Family face design
·Rugged rear design with off-road style front bumper
·Rear skid plate and integrated tow hooks
As of 16 Sept 2026
·Available in seven color options including Scarlet Red and Platinum White Pearl Mica
As of 28 Sept 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Portal coverage in the last 90 days could not be verified from available evidence.
·Introduced in Nepal at NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026
·Launch price set at NPR 1,19,00,000 ex‑showroom
·First BAIC passenger vehicle in Nepal, under Laxmi Motorhub
·Hybrid BJ30e launched as BAIC’s entry model in Nepal
As of 23 Aug 2026
·Imported as a CBU (Completely Built-Up) unit by United Traders Syndicate
As of 28 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

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

BAIC BJ30e
Toyota Yaris Cross

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 1,19,96,000
रु 1,29,00,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 70,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 1,20,77,245
≈ रु 1,29,33,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,44,225 · 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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Our verdict

These two split the decision: the BAIC BJ30e is रु 9,04,000 cheaper ex-showroom (7.5%), while the Toyota Yaris Cross is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for.

Choose the BAIC BJ30e if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
  • rear-seat legroom matters to you

Measured: 200 mm more wheelbase.

Choose the Toyota Yaris Cross if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 44 more service centres in Nepal (45 vs 1); 40 more showrooms in Nepal (53 vs 13).

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
1 of 4

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 30 September 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal
BAIC: 13 showrooms, 1 service centre · Toyota: 53 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.

BAIC BJ30e vs Toyota Yaris Cross — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BAIC BJ30e or Toyota Yaris Cross?

As of October 2026, the BAIC BJ30e starts at Rs 1.19 crore ex-showroom — Rs 3 lakh less than the Toyota Yaris Cross at Rs 1.22 crore.

What is the price of the BAIC BJ30e and Toyota Yaris Cross in Nepal?

The BAIC BJ30e costs Rs 1.19 crore to Rs 1.2 crore and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs Rs 1.22 crore to Rs 1.29 crore (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the BAIC BJ30e or the Toyota Yaris Cross?

These two split the decision: the BAIC BJ30e is रु 9,04,000 cheaper ex-showroom (7.5%), while the Toyota Yaris Cross is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the BAIC BJ30e if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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