All comparisons
Mahindra XUV700 vs MG S5 EV
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 7,400,000 vs NPR 4,399,000
The verdict
The Mahindra XUV700 takes 3 of the 7 measures to the MG S5 EV's 1, with 3 measures tied.
- The MG S5 EV undercuts the Mahindra XUV700 by Rs 30 lakh — about 41% 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 MG S5 EV is electric and the Mahindra XUV700 is not, so the real gap is running cost versus charging convenience — see the EV savings calculator.
- The Mahindra XUV700 has an independent crash rating; the MG S5 EV has not been published, which is itself worth weighing.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Mahindra XUV700 | MG S5 EV |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | NPR 7,400,000 | ★NPR 4,399,000 |
| Power | ★200 hp | 125 kW (170 PS) |
| Battery | — | 49.1 kWh |
| RangeManufacturer claim; real-world figures in the hills run lower. | — | 340 km (claimed) |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | ★380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | ★200 mm | 180 mm |
| Safety rating | 5 Star (Global NCAP) | Not rated |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Mahindra XUV700 or the MG S5 EV?
The MG S5 EV is cheaper at NPR 4,399,000 against NPR 7,400,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Mahindra XUV700 vs MG S5 EV — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Mahindra XUV700 takes 3 of the 7 measures to the MG S5 EV's 1, with 3 measures tied. The MG S5 EV undercuts the Mahindra XUV700 by Rs 30 lakh — about 41% of the more expensive car's price.