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SML Isuzu MU-X vs Toyota Corolla Cross Hybridin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 08 Aug 2026Comparing 4WD vs Corolla Cross Hybrid variants
The short answer

SML Isuzu MU-X costs रु 8,10,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the SML Isuzu MU-X if
SML Isuzu MU-X costs रु 8,10,000 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
Choose the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Positioned as premium five-seat hybrid crossover above petrol High Offers hybrid efficiency at lower price than HEV trims

Pros
Strong fuel efficiency versus pure petrol Corolla Cross
Hybrid combination of 2.0L-class performance and electric assist
Cons
Limited publicly detailed Nepal-specific feature list for base Hybrid trim
Higher price than many non-hybrid crossovers in Nepal
As of 25 Jul 2026
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SML Isuzu MU-X price in Nepal
SML Isuzu
रु 1,49,90,000Lowest price
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid price in Nepal
Toyota
रु 1,58,00,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 1,49,90,000Cheapest
रु 1,58,00,000
Range, all variants
रु 1,49,90,000
रु 1,58,00,000 – रु 1,81,00,000
Variants on sale
2
4
Fuel
diesel
hybrid
Distributor
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
No specific cash discount scheme disclosed officially for Corolla Cross Hybrid
3 offers on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
Not disclosed
1,800 cc
Transmission
automatic
CVT
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
4,825 mm
Not disclosed
Width
1,570 mm
Not disclosed
Height
1,860 mm
Not disclosed
Wheelbase
2,845 mm+205 mm
2,640 mm
Ground clearance
Not disclosed
161 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
2
30Better
Service centres
3
41Better
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·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
·Rear air-conditioning duct: Available
As of 03 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Infotainment specification not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-28).
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Touchscreen / smartphone connectivity: 7-inch touchscreen / Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
As of 03 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Updated styling and safety mentioned, but exact equipment is not disclosed locally.
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Airbags: Front, driver knee, front side and curtain airbags
·Parking sensors: Six sensors across front and rear bumpers
·VSC / ABS / HAC: Available / Available / Available
As of 03 Aug 2026
Design & Exterior
·Current Nepal MU-X is described as updated in styling.
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Exterior colours: Red Mica Metallic, Celestite Gray Metallic, Attitude Black, Graphite, Nebula Blue, Metal Stream, White Pearl Mica
As of 03 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Another Nepal portal lists the MU-X at Rs 1.5 crore ex-showroom.
As of 28 Jul 2026
·Price Rs 1,58,00,000 ex-showroom Nepal, base Hybrid variant
·Hybrid range spans three trims: base Hybrid, Entry (HEV), High
·Sold via United Traders Syndicate authorized Toyota showrooms nationwide
As of 25 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

SML Isuzu MU-X
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

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 1,49,90,000
रु 1,58,00,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 37,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 1,50,38,245
≈ रु 1,58,33,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,80,221 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 1,89,960 · 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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SML Isuzu MU-X vs Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — SML Isuzu MU-X or Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid?

As of August 2026, the SML Isuzu MU-X starts at Rs 1.5 crore ex-showroom — Rs 8.1 lakh less than the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid at Rs 1.58 crore.

What is the price of the SML Isuzu MU-X and Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid in Nepal?

The SML Isuzu MU-X costs Rs 1.5 crore and the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid costs Rs 1.58 crore to Rs 1.81 crore (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the SML Isuzu MU-X or the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid?

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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