All comparisons
MG S5 EV vs Nissan Magnite
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 4,399,000 vs NPR 3,575,000
The verdict
These two split the scorecard 2–2, with 3 measures tied, so the decision comes down to what you weight most.
- The Nissan Magnite undercuts the MG S5 EV by Rs 8.2 lakh — about 19% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Nissan Magnite carries 25 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 Nissan Magnite is not, so the real gap is running cost versus charging convenience — see the EV savings calculator.
- The Nissan Magnite has an independent crash rating; the MG S5 EV has not been published, which is itself worth weighing.
Spec by spec
| Measure | MG S5 EV | Nissan Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | NPR 4,399,000 | ★NPR 3,575,000 |
| Power | ★125 kW (170 PS) | 99 hp |
| Battery | 49.1 kWh | — |
| RangeManufacturer claim; real-world figures in the hills run lower. | 340 km (claimed) | — |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | ★250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 180 mm | ★205 mm |
| Safety rating | Not rated | 4 Star (Global NCAP) |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the MG S5 EV or the Nissan Magnite?
The Nissan Magnite is cheaper at NPR 3,575,000 against NPR 4,399,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
MG S5 EV vs Nissan Magnite — which is better for Nepali roads?
These two split the scorecard 2–2, with 3 measures tied, so the decision comes down to what you weight most. The Nissan Magnite undercuts the MG S5 EV by Rs 8.2 lakh — about 19% of the more expensive car's price.