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BYD Sealion 7 vs Mahindra XUV700
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 7,800,000 vs NPR 7,400,000
The verdict
The Mahindra XUV700 takes 2 of the 7 measures to the BYD Sealion 7's 1, with 4 measures tied.
- The Mahindra XUV700 undercuts the BYD Sealion 7 by Rs 4 lakh — about 5% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Mahindra XUV700 carries 20 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- The BYD Sealion 7 is electric and the Mahindra XUV700 is not, so the real gap is running cost versus charging convenience — see the EV savings calculator.
Spec by spec
| Measure | BYD Sealion 7 | Mahindra XUV700 |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | NPR 7,800,000 | ★NPR 7,400,000 |
| Power | ★230 kW (313 hp) | 200 hp |
| Battery | 82.56 kWh (Blade LFP) | — |
| RangeManufacturer claim; real-world figures in the hills run lower. | 482 km (claimed) | — |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 180 mm | ★200 mm |
| Safety rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | 5 Star (Global NCAP) |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the BYD Sealion 7 or the Mahindra XUV700?
The Mahindra XUV700 is cheaper at NPR 7,400,000 against NPR 7,800,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
BYD Sealion 7 vs Mahindra XUV700 — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Mahindra XUV700 takes 2 of the 7 measures to the BYD Sealion 7's 1, with 4 measures tied. The Mahindra XUV700 undercuts the BYD Sealion 7 by Rs 4 lakh — about 5% of the more expensive car's price.