Best electric cars under Rs 40 lakh in Nepal (2026)

Seven electric cars in Nepal have an official starting price at or under Rs 40 lakh, from the Wuling Mini EV (Rs 20,99,000) to the Dongfeng Nammi Vigo E2 (Rs 37,99,000). Our picks from published specs: the Mini EV for the lowest price, the BYD ATTO 1 for range on the stricter WLTP test, the Nammi Box E2 430 for the biggest range claim, the Leapmotor T03 for safety kit and the Nammi Vigo for space.

Rs 40 lakh is where a lot of Nepali families start looking at electric cars, and the choice under that line is now real: small city cars from Wuling and Kaiyi, compact hatchbacks from BYD, Dongfeng and Leapmotor, and one compact SUV from Dongfeng.

This guide includes every electric car in our catalogue whose cheapest version has an official price at or under Rs 40,00,000. Every price below is the indicative ex-showroom price on the official site (checked October 2026). The full cost will be higher once registration, road tax and insurance are added; see our guide to road tax and insurance.

These are our editorial picks from published specs, not road tests. Where a brand's Nepal website does not publish a figure, we say "not published" rather than guess.

What to look at in a budget electric car

Range, and the test behind the number

A claimed range is only as useful as the test behind it. The three you will see most are:

• WLTP — the European test cycle. It is generally the most demanding of the three, so its numbers tend to be closer to everyday driving.
• CLTC — the China Light-duty Test Cycle, used by many Chinese brands. It includes a lot of low-speed running, so it usually gives a higher figure than WLTP for the same car.
• NEDC — an older cycle, also known for optimistic figures.

So a 300 km CLTC claim and a 300 km WLTP claim are not the same promise. Some brands give no test standard at all; we call those "brand claims". Whatever the label, expect less on hilly roads, with the air conditioning on, with a full load, or at highway speeds.

Battery size

Battery capacity is measured in kWh. A bigger battery usually means more range, but also more weight and cost. Comparing battery size is a useful cross-check on range claims made under different tests.

Charging: AC at home, DC on the road

Most owners do most of their charging at home or at work on AC charging, which is slow but cheap. DC fast charging is for longer trips. Check two things: how long an AC charge takes (so it fits overnight), and whether the car accepts DC charging and how quickly. Our guide to EV charging in Nepal covers home set-up and fast chargers.

Boot space and ground clearance for Nepal roads

Two figures matter a lot here: boot space for luggage and gas cylinders, and ground clearance for speed breakers, potholes and rough village roads. Unfortunately, none of these seven cars publishes boot space on its Nepal page, and only the BYD ATTO 1 publishes ground clearance (175 mm). Take your own tape measure, and sit in the back seat, before you decide.

The full list, compared

Prices are for the cheapest version of each model. Where a second version is also under Rs 40 lakh, it is listed too. For three of the most popular small electric SUVs side by side, see Kia Syros EV vs Tata Punch.ev vs Nammi Vigo.

The Nammi Vigo's E2+ version (Rs 43,99,000) is above our limit.

Wuling Mini EV20.99 lakh

Kaiyi e-Qute 0222.96 lakh

Kaiyi e-Qute 0425.96 lakh

BYD ATTO 130.75 lakh

Dongfeng Nammi Box30.99 lakh

Leapmotor T0334 lakh

Dongfeng Nammi Vigo37.99 lakh

Starting price, indicative ex-showroom (Rs lakh)

Wuling Mini EV	20.99 lakh
Kaiyi e-Qute 02	22.96 lakh
Kaiyi e-Qute 04	25.96 lakh
BYD ATTO 1	30.75 lakh
Dongfeng Nammi Box	30.99 lakh
Leapmotor T03	34 lakh
Dongfeng Nammi Vigo	37.99 lakh

Source: Official Nepal distributor sites and price lists, via our catalogue (checked October 2026)

Wuling Mini EV Standard Range16.2 kWh

Wuling Mini EV Long Range25.1 kWh

Kaiyi e-Qute 0428.08 kWh

BYD ATTO 1 Dynamic30.08 kWh

Nammi Box E2 33031.4 kWh

Leapmotor T0337.3 kWh

BYD ATTO 1 Premium38.88 kWh

Nammi Box E2 43042.3 kWh

Nammi Vigo E251.87 kWh

Battery size by version (kWh)

Wuling Mini EV Standard Range	16.2 kWh
Wuling Mini EV Long Range	25.1 kWh
Kaiyi e-Qute 04	28.08 kWh
BYD ATTO 1 Dynamic	30.08 kWh
Nammi Box E2 330	31.4 kWh
Leapmotor T03	37.3 kWh
BYD ATTO 1 Premium	38.88 kWh
Nammi Box E2 430	42.3 kWh
Nammi Vigo E2	51.87 kWh

Source: Official Nepal distributor sites, via our catalogue (checked October 2026); Kaiyi e-Qute 02 battery not published

Charging, safety and warranty, as published:

Brands do not always say what charge level a DC time covers, so ask the dealer before comparing these minutes. Line any two cars up in our compare tool, or see the live list of best EVs under Rs 40 lakh.

Our picks by use case

These picks use only the figures each brand publishes for Nepal.

Best for the lowest price: Wuling Mini EV

The Mini EV Standard Range is the cheapest electric car here at Rs 20,99,000. On paper it is a city car: four seats, a 30 kW motor, a 16.2 kWh battery and 205 km on the CLTC cycle. What stands out at this price is the published equipment: ABS with EBD, ESC, two airbags, disc brakes at both ends and a rear camera, plus an 8-year or 1,50,000 km warranty on the battery and motor. The Long Range version (Rs 22,99,000) adds a 25.1 kWh battery and a 301 km CLTC claim for Rs 2,00,000 more. It is the only car in this list that publishes both AC and DC charging times.

Best for verified range on a stricter test: BYD ATTO 1

Only two cars here quote WLTP figures, and the ATTO 1 Premium (Rs 34,80,000) has the higher one at 300 km from a 38.88 kWh battery. The Dynamic (Rs 30,75,000) quotes 230 km WLTP from 30.08 kWh. Both have a 45 kW motor, and the ATTO 1 is the only car in this list with a published ground clearance (175 mm). The Premium lists six airbags, the Dynamic four. BYD's Nepal site gives an 8-year or 1,50,000 km warranty but does not say what it covers, so ask.

Best for the biggest range claim: Dongfeng Nammi Box E2 430

At Rs 32,99,000 the Nammi Box E2 430 has the largest claimed range in this list, 430 km, from a 42.3 kWh battery. That number is on the CLTC cycle, so do not compare it directly with WLTP figures; the bigger battery is still a real advantage. The E2 330 (Rs 30,99,000) has a 31.4 kWh battery and claims 330 km CLTC. Both list a 49.5 kW motor, a 140 km/h top speed and an 8-year or 2,00,000 km battery and motor warranty. Dongfeng also offers a paid extended warranty with its own conditions.

Best for safety and driver-assist features: Leapmotor T03

The T03 (Rs 34,00,000) publishes the longest equipment list here: six airbags and a set of driver aids (ADAS) that includes adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot detection and lane-keep assist. It also has the second most powerful motor in this list at 69.87 kW. Range is 265 km on WLTP from a 37.3 kWh battery, and a DC charge time of 36 minutes is listed. The general warranty is 3 years or 1,00,000 km, with 8 years or 1,60,000 km on the battery.

Best for space and power: Dongfeng Nammi Vigo

The Vigo E2 is the only SUV in this list and the closest to the Rs 40 lakh line at Rs 37,99,000. It has the biggest battery (51.87 kWh) and the most powerful motor (99 kW) of the seven. The weak point is information: Dongfeng's Nepal page does not publish a range figure for the Vigo, nor ground clearance or boot space, the two things SUV buyers usually pay for. Get those in writing before booking.

For the tightest budgets: Kaiyi e-Qute 02 and e-Qute 04

The e-Qute 02 (Rs 22,96,000) and e-Qute 04 (Rs 25,96,000) both list a 40 kW motor with 110 Nm and a 300 km range with no test standard named. Only the e-Qute 04 publishes its battery (28.08 kWh). Kaiyi's Nepal site does not publish safety equipment, charging times or warranty for either car. The e-Qute 04's dimensions come from Kaiyi's global site and may differ in Nepal. These are worth a test drive if price is everything, but ask for the full specification first.

A note on tax

Since the FY 2026/27 budget, electric cars in Nepal are taxed according to their customs value instead of their motor power, which changed prices across the market. The prices in this guide are what brands list on their sites now. Our explainer on Nepal's FY 2026/27 EV tax changes walks through the new slabs and what they mean for cars in this price band.

Before you buy

• Ask the dealer for the full price with registration, tax and insurance in writing.
• Check the range test. Compare WLTP with WLTP, and CLTC with CLTC.
• Confirm charging: AC charger supplied or not, AC charging time, and whether DC fast charging is supported.
• Measure the boot and check ground clearance yourself, since most brands here do not publish them.
• Read the battery warranty terms, including what voids them.
• Plan the loan. Our EMI calculator and EV vs petrol cost calculator help you see the full monthly picture.

For prices of every electric car in Nepal, not only those under Rs 40 lakh, see our electric car price list.