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Honda Elevate vs SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Landerin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 08 Aug 2026Comparing SV MT vs ISUZU (2499cc Diesel) variants
The short answer

Honda Elevate costs रु 2,36,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Honda Elevate if
Honda Elevate costs रु 2,36,000 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
18 rows compared
Honda Elevate price in Nepal
Honda
रु 62,54,000Lowest price
SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander price in Nepal
SML Isuzu
रु 64,90,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 62,54,000Cheapest
रु 64,90,000
Range, all variants
रु 62,54,000 – रु 84,90,000
रु 64,90,000
Variants on sale
8
2
Fuel
petrol
diesel
Distributor
Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd.
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
No specific official cash discount or seasonal offer publicly disclosed
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
1,498 cc
2,499 cc
Max power
Not disclosed
134 PS
Max torque
Not disclosed
320 Nm
Transmission
Manual
manual
Drivetrain
Not disclosed
rear-wheel drive
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
4,312 mm
Not disclosed
Width
1,790 mm
Not disclosed
Height
1,650 mm
Not disclosed
Wheelbase
2,650 mm
Not disclosed
Ground clearance
220 mm
Not disclosed
Boot space
458 litres
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
131Better
2
Service centres
164Better
3
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Deluxe Brown and Black two-tone interiors
·Spacious Rear Cabin
·One-Touch Electric Sunroof
·Push-Button engine ignition
As of 31 Jul 2026
·Double cab configuration offers seating for five
·Positioned as more basic than V-Cross; fewer comfort features
As of 28 Jul 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
Not disclosed
·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
🛡️Safety
·6 Airbags System (Dual Front i-SRS)
·ACE™ Body Structure
·VSA with Electronic Stability and Traction Control
·ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
As of 31 Jul 2026
·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
✨Design & Exterior
·Stylish Alpha-Bold Signature Grille
·Highly visible LED projector headlamps
·Tail Lamps Featuring Dual Trails of LED Lights
·Available colors: Phoenix Orange Pearl, Obsidian Blue Pearl, Radiant Red Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, Golden Brown Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic
As of 31 Jul 2026
·Double cab Hi-Lander based on popular Isuzu D-MAX design
·Lifestyle pickup styling, simpler than V-Cross
As of 28 Jul 2026
📊Sales & Imports
Not disclosed
·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

Every variant, priced

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

Honda Elevate
SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander

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 62,54,000
रु 64,90,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 25,500
≈ रु 37,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 8,485
≈ रु 10,745
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 62,87,985
≈ रु 65,38,245
EMI / month
≈ रु 75,190 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 78,028 · 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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Honda Elevate vs SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Honda Elevate or SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander?

As of August 2026, the Honda Elevate starts at Rs 62.54 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 2.36 lakh less than the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander at Rs 64.9 lakh.

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

The Honda Elevate costs Rs 62.54 lakh to Rs 84.9 lakh and the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander costs Rs 64.9 lakh (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the Honda Elevate or the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander?

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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