All comparisons
BYD Dolphin vs MG S5 EV
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 4,115,000 vs NPR 4,399,000
The verdict
The MG S5 EV takes 4 of the 7 measures to the BYD Dolphin's 1, with 2 measures tied.
- The BYD Dolphin undercuts the MG S5 EV by Rs 2.8 lakh — about 6% of the more expensive car's price.
- The MG S5 EV carries 50 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- The BYD Dolphin has an independent crash rating; the MG S5 EV has not been published, which is itself worth weighing.
Spec by spec
| Measure | BYD Dolphin | MG S5 EV |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 4,115,000 | NPR 4,399,000 |
| Power | 70 kW (95 hp) | ★125 kW (170 PS) |
| Battery | 44.9 kWh (Blade LFP) | ★49.1 kWh |
| RangeManufacturer claim; real-world figures in the hills run lower. | 340 km (claimed) | 340 km (claimed) |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 180 Nm | ★250 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 130 mm | ★180 mm |
| Safety rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | Not rated |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the BYD Dolphin or the MG S5 EV?
The BYD Dolphin is cheaper at NPR 4,115,000 against NPR 4,399,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
BYD Dolphin vs MG S5 EV — which is better for Nepali roads?
The MG S5 EV takes 4 of the 7 measures to the BYD Dolphin's 1, with 2 measures tied. The BYD Dolphin undercuts the MG S5 EV by Rs 2.8 lakh — about 6% of the more expensive car's price.