Mid-range DC pickups priced between Rs 55-75 lakh
Posted On: July 8, 2022 By : Shuva Raj KhatriThe DC pickup’s presence on Nepali roads is increasing by the day. Be it for government official use or personal use, the pickup–owing to its reliability in terms of hauling, towing, and off-roading capabilities–is widely admired. Furthermore, this vehicle type’s rugged sensibility, great road presence, comfortable seating and amenities, and easily accessible storage space make it extremely popular among those who are seeking an adventurous lifestyle.
While most entry-level DC pickups are made solely for commercial purposes, mid-range DC pickups are perfect for those seeking adventure. In this category, models such as the Tunland DC, Hi-Lander, and V-Cross, among others, are the most popular pickups available in Nepal.
Foton Tunland DC
The Tunland DC comes in two variants: S (with full options) and E (standard, with accessories and full options).
The S-variant is powered by a 2.8L Cummins lSF engine that generates a power of 120 kW at 3600 rpm and a torque of 360 Nm at 1800-3000 rpm. Powering the E-variant is a 2.8L Foton 4 J28TC engine, which is capable of producing 85 kW of power at 3600 rpm and a torque of 280 Nm at 1600-2400 rpm.
Both engines are mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
Specifications
| Engine | Cummins lSF 2.8 | Foton 4 J28TC |
| Fuel type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement (cc) | 2776 | 2771 |
| Power (kW) | 120 at 3600 rpm | 85 at 3600 rpm |
| Torque (Nm) | 360 at 1800-3000 rpm | 280 at 1600-2400 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Drive system | 4 WD | 4 WD |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 76 | 76 |
| Seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 220 | 210 |
| Gross vehicle weight (kg) | 3450 | 2785 |
| Payload capacity (kg) | 1500 | 1000 |
Foton Tunland price in Nepal
| Tunland DC Model | Price in Nepal |
| Tunland DC E | Rs 54.90 lakh |
| Tunland DC E (with accessories) | Rs 55.90 lakh |
| Tunland DC E (with full options) | Rs 59.50 lakh |
| Tunland DC S (with full options) | Rs 79.90 lakh |
JAC T8
The T8 double-cab is powered by JAC Motors’ 2.0L turbo-diesel engine developed in cooperation with the German company FEV. The common-rail turbo-diesel engine–mated to a six-speed MT–generates 137 hp of power at 3600 rpm and a torque of 320 Nm between 1600 to 2600 rpm. Furthermore, the engine features an intercooler and Electrical Variable Geometry Turbocharger (EVGT).
Specifications
| Engine | 2.0L turbo |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Displacement (cc) | 1999 |
| Power (hp) | 137 at 3600 rpm |
| Torque (Nm) | 320 at 1600-2600 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drive system | 4 WD |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 76 |
| Mileage (kmpl) | 13.4 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 220 |
| Gross vehicle weight (kg) | 2870 |
| Payload capacity (kg) | 1010 |
JAC T8 price in Nepal
| JAC T8 | Rs 56.99 lakh |
Isuzu Hi-Lander
The Hi-Lander is Isuzu’s most popular model in the country. Powering the pickup is a 2.5L VGS turbo-intercooled engine–mated to a five-speed manual transmission–that generates 160 hp of power and a torque of 360 Nm.
Among its notable features are variable-type steering with tilt-feature, keyless entry, reverse parking sensors, Euro NCAP rated door beams, dual airbags, ABS with EBD, pre-tensioners, and load limiter.
Specifications
| Engine | 2.5L VGS turbo intercooled |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Displacement (cc) | 2499 |
| Power (hp) | 160 |
| Torque (Nm) | 360 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drive system | 4 WD |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 55 |
| Mileage (kmpl) | 12.4 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 220 |
| Gross vehicle weight (kg) | 2845 |
| Payload capacity (kg) | 1055 |
Isuzu Hi-Lander price in Nepal
| Isuzu model | Price in Nepal |
| Hi-Lander 4 WD | Rs 59.90 lakh |
GWM Poer
The GWM Poer is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission. The engine generates an output of 160 hp and a maximum torque of 400 Nm. The pickup comes with features such as a sunroof, leather steering wheel, push-start button, hydraulic power steering, and a six-way adjustable driver seat.
Specifications
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Displacement (cc) | 1996 |
| Power (hp) | 160 |
| Torque (Nm) | 400 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drive system | Four-wheel drive |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 78 |
| Mileage (km/l) | 10 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 232 |
| Payload capacity (kg) | 1000 |
GWM Poer price in Nepal
| GWM models | Price in Nepal |
| Poer pickup | Rs 70.99 lakh |
JAC E-T8 pickup
Thee-Go Nepal launched an electric pickup–the JAC E-T8–in November 2021. The pickup is powered by a 67.2 kWh lithium-ion battery that generates 147 hp of power and a torque of 320 Nm. The pickup gets fully charged in two hours through a DC fast charger and provides a range of 350 km.
Among its notable features are a steering wheel with audio command, infotainment system, reverse camera, dual airbags, regenerative-braking system, brake-override system, and ABS.
Specifications
| Battery | 67.2 kWh lithium-ion battery |
| Power (hp) | 147 |
| Torque (Nm) | 320 |
| Range (km) | 350 |
| Charging time | DC fast-charging: 2 hours |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 197 |
| Cargo box (L) | 1920 |
JAC E-T8 price in Nepal
| JAC E-T8 | Rs 72 lakh |
Isuzu V-Cross
The V-Cross, which comes in two variants, is powered by a VGS turbo-intercooled engine. It differs from the others only in the size of its variants’ engines–3.0L and 2.5L. The pickup’s engine is mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
The pickup comes with a shift-on-the-fly 4WD system featuring a high-torque mode. The vehicle comes with a plethora of convenience features such as a passive-entry and start system, six-way manually adjustable driver’s seat, auto AC with integrated controls and pollen filter, foldable rear seats (60:40), and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
As for safety, the V-Cross features dual airbags, ABS with EBD and EBA, rearview camera, ISOFIX, engine immobiliser, rear defogger, and side anti-intrusion bars.
Specifications
| Engine | VGS turbo intercooled |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Displacement (cc) | 2499/2999 |
| Power (hp) | 134 – 174 |
| Torque (Nm) | 320 – 380 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drive system | 2 WD/4 WD |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 55 |
| Mileage (kmpl) | 12.4 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 225 |
| Gross vehicle weight (kg) | 2935 |
| Payload capacity (kg) | 1000 |
Isuzu V-Cross price in Nepal
| Isuzu models | Price in Nepal |
| V-Cross 3.0L | Rs 89.90 lakh |
| V-Cross 2.5L | Rs 70.90 lakh |
Changan Hunter
The Hunter is powered by a 1.9L turbo diesel engine–mated to either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission–that generates a power of 150 hp and a torque of 350 Nm. The pickup comes with either a two-wheel drive or a four-wheel drive option. Furthermore, it offers two driving modes: Eco and Sports.
The pickup comes with notable features such as hydraulic power steering, steering-mounted buttons, keyless-entry system (with push-start button), power windows, rear AC vents, cruise control, and phone mirroring.
Specifications
| Engine | 1.9L turbo |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Displacement (cc) | 1910 |
| Power (hp) | 150 |
| Torque (Nm) | 350 |
| Drive system | 2 WD or 4 WD |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel tank capacity (L) | 80 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Cargo box (L) | 1297 |
| Cargo Capacity (kg) | 1000 (approximately) |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 230 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3180 |
| Kerb weight (kg) | 1900 (2 WD) or 2000 (4 WD) |
Changan Hunter price in Nepal
| Changan vehicle | Price in Nepal |
| Changan Hunter | Rs 75.50 lakh |
