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Hyundai Kona EV vs Nissan Leaf EVin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 08 Aug 2026Comparing GLS vs 40 kWh (single Nepal variant) variants

The short answer

Nissan Leaf EV costs रु 4,97,000 less ex-showroom. Kona EV has 5 mm more ground clearance.

Choose the Hyundai Kona EV if

Kona EV has 5 mm more ground clearance.

GLS trim adds extra features for about Rs 5 lakh over GL Considered good value versus newer but costlier EV rivals in Nepal

Pros

Well-equipped cabin with digital cluster and AVN even in GL; GLS adds more

Strong torque and brisk 0–100 km/h performance for class

Hyundai nationwide service, parts availability and resale confidence

Real-world 280–320 km range reported by owners despite official 305 km

Cons

Older-generation Kona platform; not the latest global Kona EV shape

No factory long-range 64 kWh option now; earlier imports only

Price premium of GLS over GL may not suit budget-focused buyers

Limited rear-cabin width for three adults across

As of 25 Jul 2026

Choose the Nissan Leaf EV if

Nissan Leaf EV costs रु 4,97,000 less ex-showroom.

Priced high for its size but offers proven reliability, safety kit and usable real-world range for urban users. Best suited to buyers with home/office charging who value comfort and brand assurance over outright range.

Pros

Proven global EV with strong safety equipment and reliability record.

Comfortable ride and refined, quiet cabin for city commuting.

Usable 200+ km real-world range fits typical urban Nepali usage.

Nissan brand backing and established ICE service network in Nepal.

Cons

Very expensive versus smaller new Chinese EVs with similar or larger batteries.

Limited ground clearance and hatchback body not ideal for rough rural roads.

Fast-charging infrastructure for CHAdeMO is sparse compared to CCS2 growth.

Interior and tech package feel dated versus latest EV competitors.

As of 30 Jul 2026

18 rows compared

Hyundai

Kona EV

रु 64,96,000

Nissan

Leaf EV

रु 59,99,000Lowest price

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 64,96,000

रु 59,99,000Cheapest

Range, all variants

रु 59,96,000 – रु 64,96,000

रु 59,99,000 – रु 64,99,000

Variants on sale

Fuel

Distributor

Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd.

Pioneer Moto Corp Pvt. Ltd.

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cash

0% interest promotional finance scheme available on Kona EV

1 offer on other variants

cash

Occasional limited-period cash discount or festival offer on Leaf stock units

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Max power

Not disclosed

147 PS

Max torque

395 Nm+75 Nm

320 Nm

Battery

39.2 kWh

40 kWh+0.8 kWh

Claimed range

Not disclosed

270 km

Transmission

Not disclosed

automatic

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Length

4,205 mm

4,490 mm

Width

1,800 mm

1,788 mm

Height

1,555 mm

1,540 mm

Wheelbase

2,600 mm

2,700 mm+100 mm

Ground clearance

160 mm+5 mm

155 mm

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

38Better

Service centres

42Better

CCS2 fast chargers

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·Higher GLS trim expected to add more comfort kit over GL

·10.25" Supervision cluster standard, theme selectable

·Paddle shifters adjust regenerative braking levels

·Electronic shift-by-wire frees space, smooth operation

·Low-mounted battery improves ride comfort and handling

As of 25 Jul 2026

·Automatic climate control with heater as standard.

·Fabric upholstery with manually adjustable front seats.

·Keyless entry and push-button start offered as standard.

As of 30 Jul 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Instrument cluster: 10.25-inch full-colour supervision cluster

·Gear selector: Shift-by-wire electronic button

·Wireless smartphone charger: Included

·Drive display themes: Normal / Sport / Eco / Cube

As of 25 Jul 2026

·Touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth and USB connectivity.

·Steering-mounted audio and phone controls.

·Rear-view camera to aid parking in tight city spaces.

As of 30 Jul 2026

🛡️Safety

·Driver Attention Warning standard, shows attention level, last break

·Battery multi-stage HV safety systems, protected pack design

·Disc brakes all round; ventilated front, solid rear

·McPherson strut front, multi-link rear suspension for control

·Airbags, ABS, ESC, HAC listed as Kona EV safety features

As of 25 Jul 2026

·Six airbags including front, side and curtain airbags.

·ABS with EBD and brake assist as standard.

·Vehicle Dynamic Control and traction control standard.

As of 30 Jul 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·Twin LED headlamps: Included

·Rear combination lamps: Included

·Aerodynamic closed grille: Included

·Charging port: Front-mounted

As of 25 Jul 2026

·Signature V-motion grille and boomerang-style LED DRLs.

·16-inch alloy wheels with low-rolling-resistance tyres.

·Charging port located at the nose for head-on parking.

As of 30 Jul 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Kona Electric GLS 100 kW priced at Rs 64.96 lakh ex-showroom

·Sold alongside GL, GLS, GLS Premium naming across portals

·Same 39.2 kWh battery and 100 kW motor across all Nepal variants

As of 25 Jul 2026

·Imported to Nepal as CBU unit from Japan.

·Positioned as premium urban EV in limited volumes.

As of 30 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Hyundai Kona EV

Nissan Leaf EV

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 5-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom

रु 64,96,000

रु 59,99,000

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 15,500

≈ रु 15,500

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 8,485

≈ रु 8,485

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 65,19,985

≈ रु 60,22,985

EMI / month

≈ रु 78,100 · 5 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 72,125 · 5 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

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Hyundai Kona EV vs Nissan Leaf EV — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Hyundai Kona EV or Nissan Leaf EV?

As of August 2026, the Hyundai Kona EV starts at Rs 59.96 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.03 lakh less than the Nissan Leaf EV at Rs 59.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Hyundai Kona EV and Nissan Leaf EV in Nepal?

The Hyundai Kona EV costs Rs 59.96 lakh to Rs 64.96 lakh and the Nissan Leaf EV costs Rs 59.99 lakh to Rs 64.99 lakh (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the Hyundai Kona EV or the Nissan Leaf EV?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you. There is no single winner — the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

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