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Mahindra Scorpio N vs Proton X70 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, Kathmandu4 of 8 trim prices distributor-verified 13 Oct 2026Comparing Z8L 4WD AT 7STR vs Premium 2WD variants
The short answer

Proton X70 costs रु 28,01,000 less ex-showroom. X70 has 55.3 PS more power.

Choose the Mahindra Scorpio N if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Z8L 4WD AT is the aspirational flagship Scorpio N in Nepal, offering the best performance, comfort and tech package for buyers who value convenience and premium feel over outright affordability. It suits urban and highway-focused families who still want full 4WD capability for occasional off-road trips and are willing to pay a significant premium for automatic, richer features and likely future adoption of panoramic sunroof and ADAS.

Pros
Strongest diesel tune with automatic transmission eases long drives and traffic.
4WD plus advanced safety electronics make it versatile for mixed terrain.
Most luxurious interior and feature set in the Scorpio N range.
Positioned as an attainable alternative to top XUV700 trims while retaining ladder-frame toughness.
Cons
High price approaching more sophisticated monocoque SUVs and some EV rivals.
Potentially higher maintenance and running costs with complex AT and electronics.
Still limited brand safety communication on exact airbag count and ground clearance figures.
As of 06 Sept 2026
Choose the Proton X70 if
Proton X70 costs रु 28,01,000 less ex-showroom.X70 has 55.3 PS more power.

Offers the full X70 experience with panoramic sunroof, premium interior and ADAS, justifying the price for tech‑loving buyers. Best for urban families wanting maximum comfort, features and safety tech over AWD capability.

Pros
Panoramic sunroof and leather interior give strong premium feel.
Likely access to full ADAS suite and 360° camera for safety and convenience.
Same strong engine and DCT with 2WD efficiency benefits.
Feature‑rich for the price compared to similarly priced rivals.
Cons
No AWD, which some buyers may want at this price level.
Highest price in X70 line‑up, close to well‑known Korean/Japanese competitors.
Fuel economy modest; turbo‑petrol plus heavy spec adds weight.
Unclear detailed official spec sheet makes cross‑shopping harder.
As of 07 Sept 2026
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Mahindra Scorpio N price in NepalMahindra Scorpio N price in NepalMahindra Scorpio N price in Nepal
Mahindra
रु 1,36,00,000
Proton X70 price in Nepal
Proton
रु 1,07,99,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 1,36,00,000
रु 1,07,99,000Cheapest
Fuel
diesel
petrol
Distributor
Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd.
Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cash
No explicit Nepali festival or loyalty discount published; top-spec price around Rs 1.29 crore ex-showroom.
3 offers on other variants
cash
No specific cash discount officially disclosed (As of: 07/09/2026).
3 offers on other variants
Explore full specifications and service support
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
1,997 cc
Not disclosed
Max power
120 bhp (121.7 PS)
177 PS+55.3 PS
Max torque
280 Nm
Not disclosed
Transmission
Manual
DCT
Drivetrain
2WD
FWD
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
4,456 mm
Not disclosed
Width
1,820 mm
Not disclosed
Height
1,995 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
126Better
63
Service centres
120Better
17
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two diesel models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC)
·Faux leather seats with dark blue fabric inserts
·Faux leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob
·Enhanced storage spaces: bigger cubbyholes in floor console, extra storage in centre console
·Sunglass holder
As of 17 Aug 2026
·Seating capacity: 5
As of 29 Sept 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·15 cms (6") touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth, AUX, USB connectivity
·GPS navigation
·Dynamic reverse parking camera with dynamic assist
·Auto window roll-up
·Intelligent 1-touch lane change
·Steering-mounted audio and cruise controls
·Tyre-tronics
·Intellipark
·Rain & light sensors
As of 17 Aug 2026
·Panoramic sunroof
·Adaptive cruise control with AEB
·Blind spot monitor
·Nappa leather seats
·19-inch alloy wheels
·6 airbags
As of 29 Sept 2026
🛡️Safety
·Dual front airbags
·Speed alert
·Auto door lock while driving
·Engine immobiliser
·Panic brake indicator
·ABS
As of 17 Aug 2026
·Airbags: 6
·Crash-test rating: 5-star ASEAN NCAP
As of 29 Sept 2026
✨Design & Exterior
·New imposing front grille with chrome inserts
·New impressive tailgate with chrome applique and aeroblade wiper
·New stylish fog lamps with premium chrome bezel
·New ORVMs with integrated side turn indicators
·New muscular alloy wheels, 43 cms (17")
·Projector headlamps with LED eyebrows and clear lens indicator
·New sleek red lens LED tail lamps
·Available colours: Pearl White, Napoli Black, Molten Red, Dsat Silver
As of 17 Aug 2026
·Body type: SUV
As of 29 Sept 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Top-spec Scorpio N diesel automatic positioned at ~Rs 1,29,00,000 ex-showroom in Nepal
·Imported from India with 4WD only on diesel variants
·Sits below fully loaded XUV700 top trims but above most other ladder-frame SUVs
·Targets buyers wanting premium features without leaving Scorpio N family
As of 06 Sept 2026
·Current ex‑showroom price Rs 1.08 crore (1,07,99,000).
·Positioned as flagship X70 trim in Nepal.
·Sold via Proton dealerships under Jagdamba Motors.
As of 07 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Mahindra Scorpio N
Proton X70

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 1,36,00,000
रु 1,07,99,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 27,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 1,36,38,245
≈ रु 1,08,32,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,63,510 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 1,29,834 · 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.

Mahindra Scorpio N full detailsProton X70 full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

These two split the decision: the Proton X70 is रु 28,01,000 cheaper ex-showroom (25.9%), while the Mahindra Scorpio N is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for.

Choose the Mahindra Scorpio N if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 103 more service centres in Nepal (120 vs 17); 63 more showrooms in Nepal (126 vs 63).

Choose the Proton X70 if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
  • you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking

Measured: 55.3 PS more power.

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
4 of 8

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 13 October 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Mahindra: 126 showrooms, 120 service centres · Proton: 63 showrooms, 17 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.

Mahindra Scorpio N vs Proton X70 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Mahindra Scorpio N or Proton X70?

As of October 2026, the Mahindra Scorpio N starts at Rs 82.5 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 7.49 lakh less than the Proton X70 at Rs 89.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Mahindra Scorpio N and Proton X70 in Nepal?

The Mahindra Scorpio N costs Rs 82.5 lakh to Rs 1.36 crore and the Proton X70 costs Rs 89.99 lakh to Rs 1.08 crore (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Mahindra Scorpio N or the Proton X70?

These two split the decision: the Proton X70 is रु 28,01,000 cheaper ex-showroom (25.9%), while the Mahindra Scorpio N is ahead on dealer and service reach — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the Mahindra Scorpio N if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Take the Proton X70 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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