Electric vehicles (EVs) have become a popular option among consumers as the world moves toward cleaner and greener alternatives. When it comes to EVs in Nepal, you might have noticed the increasing amount of electric vehicles on the road in recent years, and even the import of electric cars has been increasing at a good pace. Currently, you can find EVs from various companies at a variety of price ranges in the country.

So in this post, let’s go through some of the top electric SUVs in Nepal. Here, we’ll discuss the best model of EV SUVs available in the country with their key features.

Top Electric SUVs in Nepal

Tesla Model X (Best Under 3 crore)

The Tesla Model X is the top electric SUV that’s currently available in Nepal. The Model X, which debuted in 2016 is the first electric crossover in the Tesla range and is based on the Model S platform. This one, however, adopts a broader and heavier body posture.

The top highlights of the Tesla Model X are its enormous touchscreen infotainment system, several entertainment options, Autopilot and semi-autonomous driving mode, a distinctive glass roof, and spacious seating. Additionally, this electric SUV is the first SUV to receive a 5-star rating across the board from the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration).

Motor	Dual Motor AWD
Drivetrain	AWD
Battery Capacity	75kWh
Max Power	328bhp
Max Torque	660Nm
Range	383km
Wheelbase	2965Nm
Braking	Dual Disc
Ground Clearance	138mm
Suspension Type	Front: Double Wishbone; Rear: Multi-Link
Kerb Weight	2300kg
No. of airbags	6

Hyundai Ioniq 5 (Best Under 1 Crore)

The second car on our list of the top electric SUVs in Nepal is the Hyundai Ioniq 5. It comes with two battery options: 58kWh and 72.6 kWh. However, the 58kWh battery variant is the only option available in Nepal.

The powerful motor in the Ioniq 5 is capable of churning out a horsepower of 301bhp alongside 605 Nm of peak torque. Besides, this electric SUV can attain a speed of 100km/hr within just 5.2 seconds while its top speed can reach up to 118km/hr.

Adding on, the Ioniq 5 is equipped with top-notch safety features including Forward Collision, Blind Spot Assistant, Advanced Driver Assist System, Cruise Control, Grade-2 semi-automatic driving features for highway driving, and more. You also get 7 airbags in total with this electric SUV.

Motor type	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)
Battery Capacity (kWh)	58
Driving Range (km)	384
Max. Power(KW)	125
Max. Torque(Nm)	350
Acceleration	0-62 MPH in 8.5 seconds
Wheelbase (mm)	3,000
Overall length (mm)	4,635
Overall Height (mm)	1,605
Overall Width (mm)	1890
Kerb weight (kg)	1,830
Boot capacity (VDA liters)	1,587
Wheel size & type	19" x 7.5J alloy
Tyre	235/55 R19
Braking system	power-assisted braking system with ventilated front disc and solid rear disc brakes with ABS, EBD, and BAS
Drive Type	RWD

Hyundai Kona EV (Best Under 80 Lakh)

The Kona EV is the second car on our list of the top electric SUVs in Nepal from the Korean car manufacturer Hyundai. This EV features a lithium-ion polymer battery pack of 39. 2-kWh. Similarly, speaking of the driving range, it can cover up to 300 kilometers on a single full charge.

Some prominent features of the KONA EV include Concealed Front charge port, LED Rear Lamps, Discrete Top-bottom DRLs and Headlamps, Heated and Ventilated Front Seats, Wireless Phone chargers, etc. Additionally, the KONA EV has Hill Assist Control (HAC) feature that can be highly useful for drivers navigating Nepal's roads.

Motor	Electric
Motor Type	Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Battery Capacity	39.2kWh
Charging time	AC charging approx.. 6h 10min and DC charging approx.. 6-8hours
Max Power	134.1bhp@3500rpm
Max Torque	395Nm@5000rpm
Range	452km/full charge
Transmission	Automatic
Length	4180mm
Width	1800mm
Height	1570mm
Ground Clearance	158mm
Wheel Base	2600mm

MG ZS EV (Best Under 60 Lakh)

The MG ZS EV is another great option if you are looking for electric SUVs in Nepal. This EV delivers 110kW of power and 350Nm of maximum torque, and its lithium-ion battery charges up to 80 percent in 30 minutes. Moreover, the ZS EV can give you a mileage of up to 428 km (base) after one full charge.

Other features of the ZS EV include a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and 3 driving modes—Eco, Normal, and Sport. For safety, you get six airbags and there’s also a premium oversized sunroof and a comfortable electric seat in this electric SUV.

Motor	Electric
Motor Type	Three Phase Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Battery Capacity	44.5kwh; 51.1kWh; 72kWh
Charging time	6-8 hours
Max Power	140.8bhp@3500rpm
Max Torque	350Nm@5000rpm
Range	400-500km
Transmission	Automatic
Length	4314mm
Width	1809mm
Height	1620mm
Ground Clearance	205mm
Wheel Base	2585mm

Tata Nexon EV (Best Under 50 Lakh)

Last but not least, the Tata Nexon EV is another top electric SUV in Nepal, and it’s affordable as well. This EV from the Indian automakers features a 95kW Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor delivering a peak power of 127bhp alongside a peak torque of 245Nm. Besides, the SUV comes with a 30.2kWh lithium-ion battery with a claimed range of 312km.

With this electric SUV, you get two driving modes—Drive Mode and Sports Mode. The car takes an hour to charge from 0-80% while using Fast Charger. However, when on normal charging, it can take somewhere around 8-10 to charge the car.

Motor	Electric
Motor Type	3-Phase Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Battery Capacity	30.2kWh
Charging time	1 hour (Fast-Charging); 8-10 hrs (Normal-AC)
Max Power	127bhp
Max Torque	245nm
Range	312km
Transmission	Automatic
Front Suspension	Independent MacPherson strut with coil spring
Rear Suspension	Twist beam with dual path Strut
Brakes	Disc (Front); Drum (Rear)
Boot Space	350L
Kerb Weight	1400kg
No. of airbags	2

Top Electric SUVs in Nepal (Summary)

Top Electric SUVs	Price in Nepal
Tesla Model X	Performance: Rs.3,15,00,000 Long Range: Rs.3,55,00,000
Hyundai Ioniq 5	Panoramic Sunroof: Rs.1,16,96,000 Solar Sunroof: Not Available
Hyundai Kona EV	EV GL 100 KW: Rs.60,56,000 EV GLS 100 KW: Rs.62,96,000
MG ZS EV	51.1kWh (comfort): Rs.48,49,000 51.1kWh (deluxe): Rs.52,49,000 72kWh (deluxe): Rs.81,99,000
Tata Nexon EV	XM: Rs.38,99,000 XZ+: Rs.40,99,000 XZ+ Lux: Rs.42,99,000

Conclusion

With Kathmandu being one of the most polluted cities in the world, switching to EVs can easily be one of the solutions to reduce that. If the government of our country starts offering incentives to promote the use of EVs, we’ll definitely see an increase in electric vehicles and a positive impact on the environment. So, if you are planning to switch to an EV, the Tesla Model x, Ioniq 5, Kona EV, ZS EV, and Nexon EV are currently the top electric cars in Nepal under every price segment.