EVs in Nepal 2026: prices, tax, charging and costs in one guide
Wheels of Nepal · Last updated: · 5 min read
Electric vehicles are a normal choice in Nepal now: electric two-wheelers start from about Rs 1.99 lakh, and the cheapest electric car in our catalogue is the Seres Mini EV at Rs 17.49 lakh. This guide gathers the basics in one place and points to our detailed articles for each topic.
How much do EVs cost in Nepal?
Indicative ex-showroom prices on the official sites (checked October 2026):
| Type | Example | Lowest price |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest electric two-wheeler | Yadea E8S Pro | Rs 1.99 lakh |
| Branded electric scooter | Ather Rizta, TVS iQube | Rs 3.20 lakh |
| Cheapest electric car | Seres Mini EV | Rs 17.49 lakh |
| Compact electric car | BYD Atto 1 | Rs 30.75 lakh |
| Electric compact SUV | BYD Atto 2 | Rs 45.95 lakh |
| Electric SUV | MG S5 EV | Rs 43.99 lakh |
Browse everything in the EV price list, the electric scooter list and the electric car list. For budgets, see best electric cars under Rs 40 lakh, cheapest electric cars and best electric scooters.
Yadea E8s ProRs 1.99 lakh
Seres Mini EVRs 17.49 lakh
BYD ATTO 1Rs 30.75 lakh – Rs 34.8 lakh
BYD ATTO 2Rs 45.95 lakh – Rs 51,99,999
MGS5 EVRs 43.99 lakh – Rs 55.99 lakhWhat changed in the FY 2026/27 budget?
For cars imported from mid-July 2026, tax depends on customs (CIF) value rather than motor power. Reports of the Finance Bill give a flat 20% customs duty, a Clean Infrastructure Investment Fee that rises from 2.5% to 130% by value band, a road fee and 13% VAT. The effect is gentle for cheaper cars and steep above Rs 40 lakh customs value.
| Up to Rs 20 lakh | 2.5 % |
|---|---|
| Rs 20-30 lakh | 20 % |
| Rs 30-40 lakh | 35 % |
| Rs 40-50 lakh | 90 % |
| Over Rs 50 lakh | 130 % |
Source: FY 2026/27 Finance Bill rates as reported by Karobar Daily and The Kathmandu Post
Our FY 2026/27 EV tax guide works through the stacking order with examples. We could not read the final Act itself, so confirm with the dealer before paying a deposit. For a wider look, see vehicle tax in Nepal 2083/84 and car import tax.
How much does an EV cost to run?
Electricity is far cheaper per km than petrol. In our worked example an electric scooter costs about Rs 0.46 per km at home against Rs 4.44 for a petrol scooter (petrol Rs 200 a litre, electricity Rs 11.55 a unit including 5% VAT, 1,000 km a month). Over five years that is about Rs 2.4 lakh saved on energy for the scooter and Rs 11.2 lakh for a small car at 1,500 km a month. Purchase price, tax, servicing and the battery change the total.
Read EV vs petrol: the real 5-year cost, then enter your own distance in the EV vs petrol calculator. The petrol vs electric two-wheeler guide covers scooters and bikes.
Where and how do you charge?
Most owners charge at home overnight on the normal NEA domestic tariff, which is Rs 9.50 per unit for 51 to 250 units a month and Rs 11 above 250 (15-ampere single-phase meter). For longer trips, Himal Press reported that the NEA switched on 51 fast-charging stations in September 2023. Check the current map and your route before a long drive.
See EV charging in Nepal, home charger options and the charging cost calculator.
Range, battery and warranty
Claimed range depends on the test cycle. NEDC figures are higher than WLTP for the same car, so compare like with like. Real range is lower in hills, with a full load or with the air conditioner on. Our range explainer shows the differences. For ownership, read about battery warranty, battery replacement cost and servicing cost.
How big is the EV market?
According to a Himal Press report of Customs data, Nepal imported 15,806 cars, jeeps and vans in FY 2025/26, of which 10,847 were electric, about 69%. The year before, electric cars were about 77% of 17,720. The pre-budget rush and the tax change both move these numbers from year to year. Our import numbers article has the detail.
Which EV for whom?
- Short city trips, tight budget: an electric scooter. See electric scooters under Rs 2 lakh.
- A first electric car: shortlist the cars in the under-40-lakh guide and compare them in the compare tool.
- Unsure about charging: read EV vs hybrid vs petrol.
- Buying used: use the used EV checklist.
Before you buy
- Confirm the price, the tax basis and any discount in writing.
- Ask for the vehicle and battery warranty in years and kilometres.
- Check where the nearest service centre is.
- Plan home charging before delivery day.
What is the cheapest electric vehicle in Nepal?
In our catalogue the cheapest electric two-wheeler is the Yadea E8S Pro at Rs 1.99 lakh and the cheapest electric car is the Seres Mini EV at Rs 17.49 lakh (indicative ex-showroom, October 2026). Check the specs, since the cheapest models are small.
Did EV tax rise in 2026?
The FY 2026/27 budget moved EV taxation to customs value, with steeper rates for expensive cars. See our tax guide for the slabs.
Is charging at home cheap?
Yes. At the NEA domestic rate of Rs 11.55 a unit with VAT, our example scooter costs about Rs 0.46 per km.
Can I get a loan for an EV?
Banks lend up to 60% of the vehicle value under the Nepal Rastra Bank limit. See our auto loan guide.
Read next
All prices are indicative ex-showroom prices on the official sites (checked October 2026).
Sources
- Official Nepal distributor sites via our catalogue – e.g. BYD (Cimex) price list
- The Kathmandu Post – Revised tax slabs threaten EV boom in Nepal (1 June 2026)
- Karobar Daily – EV tax under the FY 2083/84 budget (18 Jestha 2083)
- Nepal Electricity Authority – Consumer tariff rates (domestic single-phase slabs)
- Himal Press – NEA switches on 51 charging stations across the country (6 September 2023)
- Nepal Oil Corporation – retail fuel prices
- Himal Press – report of Department of Customs vehicle import data (24 July 2026)
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