Kathmandu: Nepal’s city car segment is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by rising fuel prices, increasing traffic congestion, and demand for compact, cost-effective, and energy-efficient vehicles. Once overlooked, small hatchbacks and city electric vehicles (EVs) have now become one of the most competitive segments in the Nepali automobile market.
Industry insiders, including Shyam Sapkota, Managing Director of S-Cube Enterprises, confirm a sharp rise in competition among city cars in the past year. “Previously, city cars were not taken seriously in Nepal, but we’ve seen a surge in brands introducing compact EVs and hatchbacks in response to growing demand,” Sapkota said. Both NADA Auto Show 2025 and NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025, being held at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu, are expected to showcase a record number of city cars.
Key reasons for the boom include lower maintenance costs, ease of parking, and growing consumer preference for environment-friendly vehicles. With the expansion of Nepal’s EV ecosystem, major brands are now either focusing solely on compact EVs or integrating them as essential offerings in their broader product lines.
Here’s a look at some of the most anticipated and currently available city cars in Nepal:
Henry Voltz C-Pro
Launched by: S-Cube Enterprises
Platform: NAIMA Mobility Expo 2025
Battery Range: Up to 300 km
New Features: 30kW DC fast charging (80% in under 40 minutes), 35kW motor, 110Nm torque
Price: NPR 22.95 lakh
An upgrade from its earlier 200km range model, the new version supports fast charging and comes with significant improvements in power and torque.
BYD Seagull
Launched by: Cimex Inc.
Battery Options: 30.08 kWh and 38.88 kWh
Motor Power: 55 kW
Features: 10.1-inch infotainment, OTA updates, voice integration, keyless entry
Price Range: NPR 30–35 lakh
Built on BYD’s e-Platform 3.0, Seagull is positioned as a high-tech EV with practical city use in mind.
Tata Tiago EV
Launched by: Sipradi Trading (NADA Auto Show 2023)
Battery Options: 19.2 kWh and 24 kWh
Range: 250 km to 315 km
Fast Charging: 3.3kW to 7.2kW AC home charger
Price: NPR 21.99 lakh to NPR 27.99 lakh
A favorite in its class, Tiago EV remains one of the most recognized and trusted electric hatchbacks in Nepal.
Seres Mini EV
Launched by: MAW Vriddhi Autocorp
Battery: 13 kWh (Short Range), 16 kWh (Long Range)
Range: 180 km to 220 km
Price: NPR 13.99 lakh to NPR 17.99 lakh
Known for its affordability and compactness, Seres Mini EV gained popularity after its NADA 2023 debut.
MG Comet EV
Launched by: Paramount Motors
Battery: 17.3 kWh
Motor: 31.26 kW
Features: 10.25-inch head unit, 360° camera, dual airbags
Price: NPR 17.99 lakh (base), NPR 20.99 lakh (top variant)
Compact yet feature-rich, the Comet EV appeals to young urban professionals.
Wuling Mini EV
Launched by: EV Motors under Bajra Group
Range: 200 km and 300 km variants
Price: NPR 20.99 lakh
Offers compact design with easy city maneuverability. Full charge takes 4 hours with an 8-year battery warranty.
BAW Brumby
Launched by: LRR Group
Battery: 17.28 kWh
Range: 205 km
Motor: Peak power of 30 kW, rated at 15 kW
Price: NPR 21.90 lakh
Includes 10.25-inch display, parking radar, 360° camera, high-tech safety features.
Kei Cute-02
Launched by: Laxmi E-Mobility
Battery Options: 17.69 kWh and 28 kWh
Range: Up to 300 km
Motor: 40 kW
Price: NPR 19.96 lakh to NPR 22.96 lakh
Features 360° camera, digital cluster, floating control screen, and high ground clearance.
Nammi EV (Dongfeng Motors)
Models: E-1, E-2, E-3
Battery Options: 31.4 kWh (E-1, E-2), 42.3 kWh (E-3)
Range: Up to 430 km
Price: NPR 29.99 lakh to NPR 34.99 lakh
Features luxury interiors, frameless doors, flush handles, and rapid DC charging (30–80% in 30 mins).
City car market outlook
According to LRR Motors Director Jeevan Jung Shahi, “A few years ago, there was limited interest in city cars and fewer sellers. But now, both the customer base and competing brands have grown rapidly.” As price-conscious and eco-aware consumers dominate the market, compact electric cars have emerged as the ideal choice.
With more than half a dozen new launches expected across the NADA and NAIMA expos, Nepal’s city EV market is poised for even more acceleration in the coming years — bringing with it better technology, higher competition, and increased accessibility.
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