BAIC BJ30 1.5T Hybrid 4WD vs Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol Comparison in Nepal 2026
Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.
HybridBAIC
BJ30 1.5T Hybrid 4WD
Rs 1,19,96,000
Price in Nepal
- Engine
- 1499 cc
- Power
- 403.6 bhp
- Boot
- 450 L
HybridToyota
RAV4 2.0L Petrol
Rs 1,67,00,000
Price in Nepal
- Engine
- 2487 cc
- Power
- 236 bhp
- Mileage
- 18 kmpl
- Boot
- 580 L
The BAIC BJ30 starts at Rs 1.2 crore and the Toyota RAV4 at Rs 1.67 crore in Nepal, so the BAIC BJ30 costs Rs 47.04 lakh less (39%). The Toyota RAV4 returns about 18 kmpl. Engines are 1499 cc and 2487 cc. Figures on this page are for the BAIC BJ30 1.5T Hybrid 4WD and the Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol.
Boot space is 450 litres in the BAIC BJ30 and 580 litres in the Toyota RAV4.
What's different
Spec
BAIC BJ30Toyota RAV4PriceRs 47.04 lakh apartRs 119.96 lakhRs 167 lakh
Engine988 cc apart1499 cc2487 cc
Torque464 Nm apart685 Nm221 Nm
Boot space130 L apart450 L580 L
Top speed10 km/h apart170 km/h180 km/h
Full specifications
Engine and performance
9 of 9 differ
Spec
BAIC BJ30Toyota RAV4Engine1499 cc2487 cc
CylindersNot listed4
Max power403.6 BHP236 bhp (AWD Hybrid) / 324 bhp (PHEV)
Max torque685 Nm221 Nm (Engine) + 153 Nm (MG2 Motor)
Gearbox2-Speed DHT AutomaticElectronically Controlled CVT (e-CVT)
ClutchNot listedNone (Power Split Device)
DriveNot listedElectronic On-Demand AWD
Top speed170 km/h180 km/h
AccelerationNot listed5.6 s (0-100 km/h)
Range, mileage and charging
2 of 2 differ
Spec
BAIC BJ30Toyota RAV4Mileage (company claim)Not listed18 kmpl
Fuel tankNot listed55 litres
Size, weight and space
7 of 8 differ
Spec
BAIC BJ30Toyota RAV4LengthNot listed4620 mm
WidthNot listed1855 mm
HeightNot listed1680 mm
WheelbaseNot listed2690 mm
Ground clearanceNot listed215 mm
Kerb weightNot listed1625 kg
Seats55
Boot space450 litres580 litres
Ownership
1 of 1 differ
Spec
BAIC BJ30Toyota RAV4Est. EMIRs 1,52,900/monthRs 2,12,900/month
Features
29 of 29 differ
Spec
BAIC BJ30Toyota RAV4NCAP RatingNot listed5-Star (Euro NCAP)
AirbagsNot listed8
ABS / StabilityNot listedABS + EBD + BA
TPMSNot listedYes
ISOFIXNot listedYes
Hill HoldNot listedYes
Hill Descent ControlNot listedYes
Cruise ControlNot listedAdaptive Cruise Control (Toyota Safety Sense 2.0)
Emergency Braking (AEB)Not listedYes
Forward Collision WarningNot listedYes
Lane AssistNot listedLane Tracing Assist + Lane Departure Alert
Blind Spot DetectionNot listedYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertNot listedYes
Reverse CameraNot listedYes
Parking SensorsNot listedFront & Rear Parking Sensors
Auto HoldNot listedYes
Auto High BeamNot listedAutomatic High Beam
Auto HeadlampsNot listedYes
Climate ControlNot listedDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Keyless Entry & StartNot listedYes
Drive ModesNot listedEco, Normal, Sport, EV Mode
Ambient LightingNot listedYes
Electronic Parking BrakeNot listedYes
InfotainmentNot listed10.5-inch Touchscreen
Instrument ClusterNot listed7-inch TFT Multi-Information Display
ConnectivityNot listedWireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Wireless ChargingNot listedYes
Sound SystemNot listed6-Speaker Audio System
Connected Car TechNot listedToyota Connect
Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.
Which suits you?
The BAIC BJ30 may suit you if you want to spend less.
The Toyota RAV4 may suit you if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine.
The BAIC BJ30 may suit you if
- You want to spend less
The Toyota RAV4 may suit you if
- You need more boot space
- You want a bigger engine
Try both on your daily route and talk to each service centre before you decide.
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For every trim and the latest price, see BAIC BJ30 price in Nepal and Toyota RAV4 price in Nepal. Browse by budget: All petrol car prices in Nepal.
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BAIC BJ30 or Toyota RAV4: which suits me in Nepal?
It depends on what you need; neither suits every buyer. The BAIC BJ30 may suit you if you want to spend less. The Toyota RAV4 may suit you if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine.
What is the price difference between BAIC BJ30 and Toyota RAV4?
The BAIC BJ30 starts at Rs 1.2 crore and the Toyota RAV4 at Rs 1.67 crore in Nepal, so the BAIC BJ30 costs Rs 47.04 lakh less (39%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
What engine do the BAIC BJ30 and Toyota RAV4 have?
The BAIC BJ30 has a 1499 cc engine making 403.6 BHP. The Toyota RAV4 has a 2487 cc engine making 236 bhp (AWD Hybrid) / 324 bhp (PHEV).
What gearbox do the BAIC BJ30 and Toyota RAV4 use?
The BAIC BJ30 uses a 2-Speed DHT Automatic gearbox and the Toyota RAV4 a Electronically Controlled CVT (e-CVT) gearbox.
Which has more space, BJ30 or RAV4?
The BAIC BJ30 seats 5 and the Toyota RAV4 seats 5. Boot space is 450 litres against 580 litres.
Which trims of the BAIC BJ30 and Toyota RAV4 are compared here?
Figures on this page are for the BAIC BJ30 1.5T Hybrid 4WD and the Toyota RAV4 2.0L Petrol. When a model has several trims we compare the base trim of each, so the price gap is like for like.