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Mitsubishi Pajero vs SML Isuzu MU-Xin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 08 Aug 2026Comparing Pajero 5 Door A/T Mid Trim vs 4WD variants
The short answer

SML Isuzu MU-X costs रु 12,10,000 less ex-showroom.

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

Mid Trim slightly improves comfort/equipment for a small price jump; often the sensible Pajero choice. Still poor value vs modern competitors, but suits loyalists wanting extra kit over Low Trim.

Pros
Balanced price-to-feature mix within Pajero range.
Retains full off-road hardware and strong diesel engine.
More comfortable cabin than Low Trim.
Iconic Pajero image and commanding stance.
Cons
Incremental features may not justify huge absolute price tag.
No significant safety upgrade over Low Trim.
Infotainment still outdated for segment.
Better-equipped rivals available at similar or lower prices.
As of 03 Aug 2026
Choose the SML Isuzu MU-X if
SML Isuzu MU-X costs रु 12,10,000 less ex-showroom.

This trim is for buyers who want the MU-X badge and a premium diesel SUV image more than value. It is hard to justify on features alone unless the price gap versus alternatives is not a concern.

Pros
Single-variant simplicity.
Premium positioning may appeal to brand-loyal buyers.
Diesel torque suits touring.
Fresh styling noted in Nepal coverage.
Cons
Pricing is high for the equipment level disclosed locally.
Exact spec sheet is not clearly published in the Nepal sources provided.
Variant naming is inconsistent across Nepal portals.
Narrow value proposition against similarly priced SUVs.
As of 28 Jul 2026
16 rows compared
Mitsubishi Pajero price in Nepal
Mitsubishi
रु 1,62,00,000
SML Isuzu MU-X price in Nepal
SML Isuzu
रु 1,49,90,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 1,62,00,000
रु 1,49,90,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 1,58,50,000 – रु 2,10,50,000
रु 1,49,90,000
Variants on sale
5
2
Fuel
diesel
diesel
Distributor
Mitsubishi Motors (authorized Nepal importer – model and price data cross‑checked from multiple Nepal auto portals; no dedicated official Mitsubishi Nepal distributor website or price‑list PDF could be located)
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cash
No officially advertised cash discount found; standard ex-showroom pricing.
3 offers on other variants
No offer on this variant
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
201 PS
Not disclosed
Max torque
448 Nm
Not disclosed
Transmission
Not disclosed
automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Not disclosed
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
4,900 mm
4,825 mm
Width
1,875 mm
1,570 mm
Height
1,900 mm
1,860 mm
Wheelbase
2,780 mm
2,845 mm+65 mm
Ground clearance
225 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
9Better
2
Service centres
15Better
3
1 category hiddenBattery & Range does not apply to these two diesel models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Adds more plush upholstery and extra comfort features over Low Trim.
As of 03 Aug 2026
·Premium single-variant positioning noted for Nepal.
·Cabin feature details not fully disclosed in Nepal sources (As of: 2026-07-28).
As of 28 Jul 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Likely upgraded audio, more power features vs Low Trim.
As of 03 Aug 2026
·Infotainment specification not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-28).
As of 28 Jul 2026
🛡️Safety
·Same basic safety: dual airbags, ABS, 4WD; no major upgrade.
As of 03 Aug 2026
·Updated styling and safety mentioned, but exact equipment is not disclosed locally.
As of 28 Jul 2026
Design & Exterior
·5-door body; minor trim differences like alloys and chrome.
As of 03 Aug 2026
·Current Nepal MU-X is described as updated in styling.
As of 28 Jul 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Mid variant targets buyers wanting more comfort without High Trim price.
As of 03 Aug 2026
·Another Nepal portal lists the MU-X at Rs 1.5 crore ex-showroom.
As of 28 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Mitsubishi Pajero
SML Isuzu MU-X

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 1,62,00,000
रु 1,49,90,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 65,500
≈ रु 37,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 10,745
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 1,62,76,245
≈ रु 1,50,38,245
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,94,769 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 1,80,221 · 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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Mitsubishi Pajero vs SML Isuzu MU-X — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Mitsubishi Pajero or SML Isuzu MU-X?

As of August 2026, the SML Isuzu MU-X starts at Rs 1.5 crore ex-showroom — Rs 8.6 lakh less than the Mitsubishi Pajero at Rs 1.58 crore.

What is the price of the Mitsubishi Pajero and SML Isuzu MU-X in Nepal?

The Mitsubishi Pajero costs Rs 1.58 crore to Rs 2.1 crore and the SML Isuzu MU-X costs Rs 1.5 crore (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the Mitsubishi Pajero or the SML Isuzu MU-X?

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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