Price list: 6 best electric vehicles in Nepal in the budget category

The market for electric vehicles in Nepal saw a major decline last year when the then Finance Minister Yuba Raj Khatiwada announced 30-80 per cent excise duties and 60 per cent customs duty on the EVs during the budget announcement for the fiscal year 2020/21. The import of EVs fell drastically and so did the market. The decision was also widely criticised back then.

But, this year, the government seems to have realised its mistake and in the budget announcement for the current fiscal year that began mid-July 2021, the government has decided to waive excise duties completely and impose customs duty down up to 10 per cent. The renewal and road taxes will also be waived for five years if an existing petroleum vehicle owner switches to a battery-powered vehicle.

Since so much emphasis is given to electric vehicles, today, we bring you the list of best electric vehicles in the budget category in Nepal, along with their prices.

1. Dahe DH 350L

Starting our list is Dahe DH 350L. Along with Dahe DH 350, DH 350L is one of the most affordable electric vehicles in Nepal. Looks-wise, it offers more than you expect in this price range. It has a variety of features for the riders out there. Some of the notable features of this car are:

• Power window, power steering
• Anti-collision bean
• Remote control lock
• Reverse camera with an 8-inch infotainment system

Specifications

The introductory price for Dahe DH-350L is Rs 1,590,000.

2. Derry EV7

Derry EV7 is an electric car manufactured by the Chinese electric vehicle maker, Henan Derry New Energy Automobiles Co Ltd. In Nepal, Auto-Host Pvt Ltd looks after the dealership for Derry cars. The new Derry EV7 arrives with a 17kWh battery along with a 15kW electric motor.  Some of the notable features are:

• Power window
• Hill assist
• Rear view camera
• Central lock
• Touchscreen infotainment system
• Alloy wheels

Specifications

The price for Derry EV7 is Rs 1,950,000.

3. Thee Go E8

Thee Go E8 is one of the most popular electric vehicles in Nepal. The build of this car makes it perfect for everyday city rides. It is also one of the most affordable EVs in Nepal. At the first glance, it looks like a typical hatchback. The car has a simple yet modern look. Interior-wise also, it provides a decent run for its price range. The car, overall, provides excellent value for money and can be a great start for those looking for an eco-friendly car at an affordable price.

Specifications

The price for Thee Go E8 is Rs 2,194,500.

4. Mahindra e2o Plus

Mahindra e2o Plus can be one of the most viable options if you are looking for an electric vehicle for short travels and daily usage. This is also an updated version of the e2o which was launched back in 2013. The car is built of ABS panels and not pressed metals, which makes it light. It provides a decent look, and the build quality is not bad either. There is also an SOS feature on the car that provides an additional range of 7 to 10 km if the car’s battery is drained below 10 per cent.

Specifications

The price for Mahindra e2o Plus is expected between 2,200,000 to 2,300,000.

5. Tata Nexon

Tata Nexon is one of the most popular electric vehicles in India. After gaining a lot of popularity over there, it has made its way to Nepal now. The Nexon EV has a similar design to its fuel-driven sibling that follows the IMPACT 2.0 design philosophy, and also the tri-arrow design. Talking about the performance, Tata Nexon EV is powered by a 95kW (129PS) permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) which can generate a max power of 129PS and a max torque of 245Nm.

This is a feature-packed EV that comes with a dual driving mode: drive and sports. It has a 30.2kWh high energy density Li-Ion battery, claiming a range is 312Km. Some notable features of Tata Nexon are:

• Automatic climate control
• 205mm ground clearance
• 7-inch floating infotainment system (with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto)
• ABS with EBD
• Smart regenerative braking

There are three variants of Tata Nexon in Nepal. The starting one is the XM model which costs Rs 3,599,000, the XZ+ model costs Rs 3,799,000. Likewise, the XZ+ LUX costs Rs 3,999,000.

6. MG ZS

With its aggressive looks, MG motor’s MG ZS EV is one of the best-looking electric vehicles in Nepal. This is a compact SUV that gives the premium style to anyone who wants to purchase. This is a power-packed SUV that provides you with plenty of features to choose from. Not only on the exterior part, but it is also equally satisfying on the interior. It has also focused on the safety side by providing six airbags for safety. The company has provided a guarantee on its battery life of eight years or 180,000 km.

Some of its other notable features are:

• Premium oversized sunroof and comfortable electric seat
• Three driving modes
• Regenerative braking
• 8.0-inch infotainment system

Specifications

The price of MG ZS is Rs 5,099,000.