MAW Vriddhi unveils Deepal S05 in Birgunj, kicks off special test drive and exchange event
BIRGUNJ: MAW Vriddhi, the official distributor of Deepal in Nepal, unveiled the new Deepal S05 electric SUV in Birgunj on Wednesday. The launch marks the arrival of the model in a key market of Madhesh Province and coincides with the opening of a new regional showroom.
The unveiling brought together local civic and business leaders, industry representatives and public figures who jointly revealed the S05 and introduced sales and after‑sales operations to the area.
Rajesh Man Singh, Mayor of Birgunj Metropolitan City, participated alongside actress Niti Shah, Om Prakash Sikaria, Director of Vriddhi Group, Vivek Sikaria, Managing Director of MAW Vriddhi, Ashok Temani, President of Madhesh Province Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Hari Gautam, President of Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Anup Agrawal, Chairman of Deepal Novus Brothers Birgunj. Novus Brothers will manage Deepal’s sales and service activities in the Birgunj area, reinforcing the brand’s local presence.
The Deepal S05 positions itself as a premium, technology‑forward electric SUV, equipped with the CATL Golden Shield Battery System 2.0 that offers a claimed charging life cycle of 5,000 cycles, equivalent to roughly 600,000 kilometres. The vehicle emphasises luxury and comfort with ventilated and heated front seats and a “Queen Co‑Pilot Seat” designed for a zero‑gravity posture. Convenience and innovation are highlighted by a segment‑exclusive Remote In and Out Parking function that allows the vehicle to be moved forward or backwards using the key fob, and an Augmented Reality Head‑Up Display that projects navigation and key driving information onto the windscreen.
On‑board technology extends to a 14.4‑inch Sunflower Touchscreen with internet connectivity, delivering a connected digital experience intended to appeal to tech‑minded buyers. Since its national introduction, the S05 has quickly generated attention in Nepal’s EV market for its combination of design, luxury features and advanced systems.
In tandem with the launch, MAW Vriddhi inaugurated a state‑of‑the‑art Deepal showroom in Birgunj and kicked off a four‑day Special Test Drive and Exchange Programme. Visitors are invited to test drive Deepal’s premium line‑up, including the S05, the S07 ICA, the L07 sedan and the ultra‑premium Avatr 11 SUV. The exchange programme offers trade‑in valuations from four partner reconditioning houses and promotional incentives such as cash discounts, complimentary road tax and insurance, and a travel charger on select models.
The launch event also showcased Deepal and Changan’s push into robotics and automation, featuring humanoid robots and robot dogs that underline the manufacturer’s investment in artificial intelligence and futuristic mobility demonstrations. The Birgunj launch and accompanying programme aim to boost consumer awareness and accelerate the adoption of Deepal’s premium EV range in the region.
