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Mahindra XEV 9S vs Nissan Leaf in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduEx-showroom, as listed — no trim distributor-verified yetComparing Pack Two Above 79 kWh vs Standard variants
The short answer

Nissan Leaf costs रु 21,51,000 less ex-showroom. XEV 9S has 135.5 PS more power.

Choose the Mahindra XEV 9S if
XEV 9S has 135.5 PS more power.

Expensive but compelling for buyers needing longer range and stronger performance, justified by 79 kWh battery and 450 km claim. Best for frequent intercity users and tech-focused families who want the most capable Mahindra EV SUV currently offered.

Pros
Significantly higher claimed 450 km range than Pack One.
More powerful 210 kW motor improves performance and highway confidence.
Likely richer feature set and wheels than base pack.
High 180 kW DC fast-charging capability suits long-distance travel.
Cons
Steep price at Rs 86.5 lakh limits accessibility.
Still RWD only; no AWD option for rough rural roads.
Running bigger battery may mean higher insurance and tyre costs.
As of 05 Sept 2026
Choose the Nissan Leaf if
Nissan Leaf costs रु 21,51,000 less ex-showroom.

The Nissan Leaf is a pioneer EV that feels premium and safe, but its CHAdeMO charging port makes it increasingly difficult to find public fast-charging in a CCS2-dominant Nepal market.

Pros
Proven global reliability and build quality
One-pedal driving experience with e-Pedal is highly intuitive
Generous cargo space for a hatchback
Cons
Uses CHAdeMO fast-charging port instead of the Nepal-standard CCS2
Low ground clearance of 155mm is risky for Nepali rural roads
Air-cooled battery management is less efficient in extreme heat than liquid-cooled rivals
As of 18 Sept 2026
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Mahindra
रु 86,50,000
Nissan Leaf price in Nepal
Nissan
रु 64,99,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 86,50,000
रु 64,99,000Cheapest
Fuel
ev
ev
Distributor
Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd.
Pioneer Moto Corp Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cash
Launch pricing in early Nepal introduction phase
1 offer on other variants
No offer on this variant
Explore full specifications and service support
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
210 kW (285.5 PS)+135.5 PS
150 PS
Max torque
380 Nm+60 Nm
320 Nm
Battery
79 kWh+39 kWh
40 kWh
Claimed range
450 km (test cycle not recorded)
311 km (test cycle not recorded)
Transmission
automatic
Not disclosed
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
FWD
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
126Better
35
Service centres
120Better
25
CCS2 fast chargers
0
0
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Same three-row seven-seat interior configuration as base variant
·Higher variant expected to offer richer equipment, but details sparse
·Premium positioning highlighted in launch coverage
As of 23 Aug 2026
·kerb_weight_kg: 1580 kg
·sunroof_type: none
·parking_brake_type: foot-operated
As of 18 Sept 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Higher variant likely packs larger screen, better audio, more connectivity
·Core digital cluster and EV-specific displays common to all trims
As of 25 Aug 2026
·infotainment_size_in: 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
·Instrument Cluster: 7-inch digital display
As of 18 Sept 2026
🛡️Safety
·airbag_count: 6 airbags
·camera_360: 360-degree camera on top variants
·adas_level: Level 2+ ADAS with AEB, lane keep, adaptive cruise
·ABS with EBD and ESP standard
·Isofix child-seat mounts in second row
As of 05 Sept 2026
·airbag_count: 6
·camera_360: Yes, Intelligent Around View Monitor
·adas_level: Level 2 - Intelligent Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning
As of 18 Sept 2026
Warranty & After-sales
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·Battery: 8 years or 160,000 km
·Vehicle: 3 years or 100,000 km
As of 18 Sept 2026
✨Design & Exterior
·Largest Mahindra electric SUV in Nepal, three-row dedicated EV
·19‑inch alloy wheels on higher variant
·Distinct EV styling with LED signature and aero-focused design
·Offered in six colour options including Everest White and Nebula Blue
As of 23 Aug 2026
·Headlamps: LED with signature DRLs
·Wheels: 17-inch alloy wheels
As of 18 Sept 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Price set at Rs 86,50,000 ex-showroom for Pack Two Above
·Launched together with Pack One Above at NAIMA Mobility Expo 2026
·Agni distributes via nationwide showroom and dealer network
As of 23 Aug 2026
·Importer: Pioneer Moto Corp
·Origin: Imported CBU from Japan
As of 18 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Mahindra XEV 9S
Nissan Leaf

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 86,50,000
रु 64,99,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 30,500
≈ रु 15,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 8,485
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 86,88,985
≈ रु 65,22,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,03,997 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 78,136 · 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 XEV 9S full detailsNissan Leaf full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

These two split the decision: the Nissan Leaf is रु 21,51,000 cheaper ex-showroom (33.1%), while the Mahindra XEV 9S is ahead on dealer and service reach and battery capacity — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for.

Choose the Mahindra XEV 9S if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want the bigger pack for range headroom
  • you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking

Measured: 95 more service centres in Nepal (120 vs 25); 39 kWh more battery capacity; 135.5 PS more power.

Choose the Nissan Leaf if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint

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
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These trims are listed at their published ex-showroom price, but none has been checked against the distributor's own price list yet — so treat the figures as indicative and confirm at the showroom.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Mahindra: 126 showrooms, 120 service centres · Nissan: 35 showrooms, 25 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 XEV 9S vs Nissan Leaf — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Mahindra XEV 9S or Nissan Leaf?

As of October 2026, the Mahindra XEV 9S starts at Rs 60 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 4.99 lakh less than the Nissan Leaf at Rs 64.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Mahindra XEV 9S and Nissan Leaf in Nepal?

The Mahindra XEV 9S costs Rs 60 lakh to Rs 86.5 lakh and the Nissan Leaf costs Rs 64.99 lakh (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Mahindra XEV 9S or the Nissan Leaf?

These two split the decision: the Nissan Leaf is रु 21,51,000 cheaper ex-showroom (33.1%), while the Mahindra XEV 9S is ahead on dealer and service reach and battery capacity — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the Mahindra XEV 9S if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Take the Nissan Leaf 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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