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Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs MG U9 EV in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduAll 3 trim prices verified 07 Oct 2026Comparing GLS VISION ROOF vs Flagship variants

The short answer

Hyundai Ioniq 5 costs रु 7,04,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 5 if

Hyundai Ioniq 5 costs रु 7,04,000 less ex-showroom.

This variant serves as the standard luxury entry point for the Ioniq 5 in Nepal, offering flagship tech and ADAS at a price that reflects its premium E-GMP platform.

Pros

Extremely fast DC charging architecture

Comprehensive Level 2 ADAS safety suite

Spacious cabin due to 3-meter wheelbase

Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability for powering external devices

Instant torque makes overtaking and merging effortless

350 kW DC charging claimed to take battery 10-80% in 18 minutes

Cons

Ground clearance is relatively low for Nepal's rougher roads

Substantial price increase compared to the previous tax regime

RWD layout may be less preferred than AWD in hilly regions

Ex-showroom price of Rs 1.04 crore puts it well above mainstream EVs in Nepal

Poor turning circle from a long wheelbase and minimal steering lock

Touch-sensitive HVAC controls are fiddly to use while driving

As of 07 Oct 2026

Choose the MG U9 EV if

You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

The Flagship trim is a premium lifestyle pickup that justifies its high price with superior comfort features like air suspension and massage seats, making it ideal for luxury-focused buyers.

Pros

Powerful 325 kW dual-motor performance

Advanced air suspension system

High-end interior comfort features

Practical 6.6kW external V2L capability

Cons

High price point compared to standard pickups

Limited charging infrastructure for high-capacity battery

Large dimensions may be difficult for city driving

Heavy kerb weight impacts efficiency

As of 06 Oct 2026

16 rows compared

Hyundai

Ioniq 5

रु 1,03,96,000Lowest price

U9 EV

रु 1,11,00,000

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 1,03,96,000Cheapest

रु 1,11,00,000

Fuel

Distributor

Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd.

Paramount Motors and G.O Automobiles Pvt. Ltd.

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⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Max power

Not disclosed

200 kW (271.9 PS)

Max torque

Not disclosed

450 Nm

Battery

Not disclosed

102.2 kWh

Claimed range

Not disclosed

430 km (WLTP)

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

4,635 mm

5,500 mm

Width

1,890 mm

1,997 mm

Height

1,605 mm

Not disclosed

Wheelbase

Not disclosed

3,300 mm

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

81Better

Service centres

54Better

CCS2 fast chargers

11Better

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·seating_capacity: 5

·Sustainable eco-friendly interior materials

·Sliding center console 'Universal Island'

·Power adjustable front seats with relaxation function

As of 11 Sept 2026

·Dual Zone A/C

·Electric Auto A/C

·Rear Window Demister

·Rear A/C Vents

·Pollen Filter

·Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel

·Gear Paddle Shift

·Remote Central Locking

·Keyless Entry

·Automatic Door Lock

·4 Windows One Touch Up/Down

·Trailer Reversing Assist

·12V Power Outlet x1

·Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror

·Acoustic Front Windshield

·Multifunctional Steering Wheel

·Cup Holders x2

·Microfibre Leather Steering Wheel

·Steering Wheel Heating

·Sun visor with Mirror and Illumination

·LED Front Reading Light

·Driver's Seat – 8 way Electronic adjustment + 4 way Electronic lumbar support with Ventilation, Massage Function and Memory

·Passenger 6-Way Electric Adjustable Seat

·Rear Back Rest 60/40 Split

·Leather Seats

·Heated Front Seats

·64 Colour Interior Ambient Lighting

·2nd Row Headroom: 979 mm

·2nd Row Legroom: 963 mm

·2nd Row Shoulder Room: 1563 mm

·Front Headroom: 1009 mm

·Front Legroom: 1044 mm

·Front Shoulder Room: 1583 mm

·Aircraft-Style Gear Selector

As of 09 Sept 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Digital cluster: 12.25-inch fully digital

·Smartphone integration: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

·Wireless phone charging: Included

·Vision roof: Included

·Sliding centre console: Included

·Eco-processed leather / recycled materials: Included

As of 25 Jul 2026

·12.3" Instrument Cluster

·Trip Computer

·8 Speakers JBL

·12.3" Infotainment Screen

·DAB+ Audio

·FM/AM Radio

·Bluetooth

·Amazon Music

·iSmart*

·Over The Air Updates

·Vehicle APP Connectivity

·Offroad Vehicle Information

·Voice Control

·Satellite Navigation

·Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto Connection

·Wireless Mobile Charging

·USB Ports x4

·Dual integrated floating touchscreen

·iSmart App supports Remote Vehicle Lock/Unlock

·iSmart App supports Control Air Conditioning (On/Off)

·iSmart App supports Real-Time GPS Tracking

·iSmart App supports Instant Vehicle Status Updates

As of 09 Sept 2026

🛡️Safety

·Dedicated E-GMP collision safety architecture: Included

As of 25 Jul 2026

·Autonomous Emergency Braking

·Adaptive Cruise Control

·Lane Change Assist

·Lane Keep Assist

·Lane Departure Warning System

·Emergency Lane Keep Assist

·Intelligent Cruise Assist

·Intelligent Speed Limit Assist

·Blind Spot Detection

·Electric Parking Brake

·Driver Monitor System

·Fatigue Reminder

·Forward Collision Warning

·Rear Collision Warning

·Rear Cross Traffic Alert

·Door Open Warning

·Direct Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

·Rear ISOFIX (x2) + Top tether Anchorage

·Drivers Airbag + Passenger Airbag

·Two Side Airbags

·Two Curtain Airbags

·Far side Airbag

·Electronic Stability Program

·Hill Descent Control

·Hill-Start Assist System

·Autohold

·Seat Belt Reminder

·Front Seat Belt

·Rear Seat Belt

·Emergency Safety Glass Break

·SLIF

·Anti-Lock Braking System

·Electronic Brake-force Distribution

·Roll Movement Intervention

·Traction Control System

·Vehicle Dynamics Control

·Lockable Glove Box

·Front + Rear Parking Sensors

·360° Camera

·7 Airbags

·Child Seat Anchors

As of 09 Sept 2026

Warranty & After-sales

·Battery Warranty: 8 Years or 160,000 km

·Vehicle Warranty: 3 Years or 100,000 km

As of 11 Sept 2026

·Drive Motor: 5 years or 100,000 KM (whichever is earlier) (Standard)

·High Voltage Battery Pack: 8 years or 150,000 KM (whichever is earlier) (Standard)

·As per manufacturer standard warranty terms & policy

·Warranty Statement applies to all MG Models registered on or after 2025

As of 16 Sept 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·sunroof_type: Fixed Panoramic Vision Roof

·Parametric Pixel LED headlamps and taillamps

·20-inch alloy wheels

·Auto-flush door handles

As of 11 Sept 2026

·LED Headlights with manual leveling

·Intelligent Headlamp Control

·Automatic High Beam

·Rear Fog Light

·LED Daytime Running Light

·LED High Level Brake Light

·Automatic Headlights

·LED Rear Tailights

·2x LED Rear Tub Lights

·Engine Bonnet – Gas Strut

·Single Front Tow Recovery Point

·Metallic Black Door Handle

·Door Mirrors – Black

·Black Finish Window Trim

·Electrically Adjustable, Electric Folding, Heated Door Mirrors

·Rear View Mirror Reversing Memory

·Side Steps

·Black Roof Rails

·Black Wheel Arches

·Boneless Front Wiper

·Rain Sensing Wipers

·20" Alloy Wheel-Black

·Tyre Size 275/55R20

·Full Size Spare Wheel

·Colour Options: Midnight Black, Pearl White, Canyon Grey, Riverstone Blue, Highland Green

·Nebula Headlights

As of 09 Sept 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Imported as CBU (Completely Built Unit) from Korea

As of 11 Sept 2026

·MG U9 EV launched at NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026

·Positioned as lifestyle electric pickup, not workhorse

·Imported as CBU from China via SAIC network

As of 16 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Hyundai Ioniq 5

MG U9 EV

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 1,03,96,000

रु 1,11,00,000

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 15,500

≈ रु 20,500

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 8,485

≈ रु 8,485

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 1,04,19,985

≈ रु 1,11,28,985

EMI / month

≈ रु 1,24,989 · 5 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 1,33,453 · 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.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 full details MG U9 EV full details EMI calculator Insurance cost On-road price

Our verdict

Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 5 if

the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 20 more showrooms in Nepal (81 vs 61).

Choose the MG U9 EV if

you want servicing within reach of where you live

Measured: 19 more service centres in Nepal (54 vs 35).

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

Price movements we logged

1 recorded since September 2026

Each is a dated change we applied to a published ex-showroom price after checking it. A logged change may be a distributor's revision or our own correction coming into line with the official figure — the log says which way each one moved, and when, not why.

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Trim prices distributor-verified

3 of 3

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 07 October 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal

Hyundai: 81 showrooms, 35 service centres · MG: 61 showrooms, 54 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.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs MG U9 EV — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Hyundai Ioniq 5 or MG U9 EV?

As of October 2026, the MG U9 EV starts at Rs 98.99 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 4.97 lakh less than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 at Rs 1.04 crore.

What is the price of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and MG U9 EV in Nepal?

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 costs Rs 1.04 crore and the MG U9 EV costs Rs 98.99 lakh to Rs 1.11 crore (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or the MG U9 EV?

These two split the decision: the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is रु 7,04,000 cheaper ex-showroom (6.8%), while the MG U9 EV is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the Hyundai Ioniq 5 if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the MG U9 EV 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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