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Official distributor: MAW Vriddhi
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Dongfeng Nammi Box Price in Nepal

Rs 32.49 lakh – Rs 36.25 lakh
ex-showroom · 2 variants · specs verified August 3, 2026
Motor
49.5 – 70 kW
Claimed range
237 km
Battery
31.4 kWh
Transmission
Automatic

About the Dongfeng Nammi Box

Dongfeng’s Nammi Box has arrived in Nepal as a compact, city-friendly electric hatchback built for crowded roads and rising fuel costs. The better-equipped E3 sits at the top of the range. It brings usable real-world range, modern tech and a grown-up cabin.

Editorial overview compiled from official specs and Nepali/Indian auto sources · as of 29 Jul 2026.

Design & styling

Nammi Box — big hatch exterior design
Nammi Box — big hatch exterior designOfficial Dongfeng Nammi brochure (MAW Vriddhi)

The Nammi Box sold in Nepal is a boxy hatchback with clean surfacing, short overhangs and a slightly raised stance. It is made to use space well without looking bare. In top E3 trim, it gets larger alloy wheels and wider tyres than the base variant, which gives it a more planted look and a slightly more premium feel for buyers moving up from small petrol hatchbacks. Its compact footprint of roughly four metres by 1.81 metres, along with a 1.57-metre height, makes it easy to move through tight city lanes and park in crowded areas. It still reads as a modern family car rather than a micro-EV.

Performance & drivetrain

49.5 kW permanent-magnet motor — up to 430 km CLTC range
49.5 kW permanent-magnet motor — up to 430 km CLTC rangeOfficial Dongfeng Nammi brochure (MAW Vriddhi)

All Nepal-spec Nammi Box variants use a front-mounted permanent-magnet synchronous motor and lithium-iron-phosphate battery. The distributor lists the E2 with a 70 kW motor and the 31.4 kWh pack, and the E3 with a 49.5 kW motor and the larger 42.3 kWh pack, so the E3 is the longer-range choice rather than the quicker one. Manufacturer figures put top speed at about 140 km/h and WLTP range at around 317 km on the E3, so buyers can expect enough pace for city and highway use, along with Kathmandu–Pokhara or East-West Highway runs with planned charging stops. The CLTC range claim of up to 430 km on the larger battery is more optimistic laboratory data, but in Nepal’s mixed traffic and terrain it still gives a useful buffer for daily commuting. Front-wheel drive, MacPherson front suspension and a torsion-beam rear are conventional hatchback hardware. The setup points to predictable handling and a focus on stability and comfort rather than sporty dynamics, which suits its role as an everyday family EV.

Interior, features & practicality

Inside, the Nammi Box has a straightforward five-seat layout. Its 2660 mm wheelbase helps create more rear legroom than many traditional small hatchbacks, which should matter to family buyers in Nepal. The E3 variant, on which equipment highlights are based, adds features such as larger alloy wheels and wider tyres, and is usually shown in media coverage with a modern digital-leaning dashboard and central screen. The boxy body and split-fold rear seats give useful boot space and flexibility for luggage, shopping or school bags. That makes it practical for owners who often do full-family trips in and around city areas. Electric packaging, with the motor up front and the battery under the floor, also keeps the cabin flat and usable. That helps when loading bulky items or seating three passengers across the rear bench.

Ownership in Nepal — price positioning, running cost & who it suits

In Nepal, the Nammi Box range currently lists the E2 at Rs 32,49,000 and the better-equipped, longer-range E3 at Rs 36,25,000 ex-showroom. That places it between entry-level compact EVs and more expensive Korean and Chinese electric crossovers. At these prices, its natural rivals are small EVs and premium petrol hatchbacks from brands like Hyundai, Tata and BYD, with the E3 in particular aimed at buyers who want more range and equipment without moving up to much costlier crossovers. Day-to-day running costs should be significantly lower than comparable petrol cars, given the efficiency of its LFP battery and electric drivetrain plus the expanding availability of home and workplace charging in cities like Kathmandu, Pokhara and Biratnagar. The Nammi Box suits urban and semi-urban families, professionals and fleet users looking to cut fuel bills and use nightly charging, while still needing a full-size five-door hatchback that can handle rough patches, speed-breakers and occasional highway use.

Verdict

Positioned as a compact yet grown-up electric hatchback, the Dongfeng Nammi Box E3 in Nepal combines usable real-world range, credible performance figures and practical cabin space at a price that undercuts many larger imported EVs. It is not aiming to be a sporty or luxury EV. Its value lies in familiar hatchback manners, a modern design and the low running costs of an LFP-based electric drivetrain, tailored to Nepal’s city traffic and occasional highway journeys. For buyers ready to move from petrol to electric without overspending, and who prioritise practicality, efficiency and everyday usability over outright flash, the Nammi Box E3 stands out as one of the more compelling options currently on sale.

Variant-wise price list

Every Dongfeng Nammi Box trim on sale in Nepal, at ex-showroom prices.

VariantEx-showroom price
E3रु 36,25,000
E2रु 32,49,000

Ex-showroom prices researched from official MAW Vriddhi sources. Rows marked ✓ have been cross-checked against the distributor's own price list on the date shown.

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What it actually costs

Pick a variant and a province — ex-showroom, tax, insurance and EMI all update together.

VARIANT

Ex-showroom prices as published by MAW Vriddhi. Road tax follows the selected province's schedule; third-party insurance follows the fixed NIA motor tariff.

ON-ROAD, BAGMATI (KATHMANDU, LALITPUR, BHAKTAPUR…)
Ex-showroom (E3)रु 36,25,000
First-year road tax (10 – 50 kW)रु 7,000
Third-party insurance (Up to 50 kW)रु 7,355
Estimated on-roadरु 36,39,355
EMI FROM
~रु 43,583/mo
40% down · 60 mo · indicative 7.5% p.a.
COMPREHENSIVE
~रु 37,018/yr
per year, before no-claim discount

Based on a 49.5 kW engine/motor. Non-Bagmati province rates are single-source/indicative. Third-party cover is compulsory and priced at the fixed NIA tariff — identical at every insurer. Bank lending rates vary (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).

Or open the tax calculator for the full provincial schedule.

Where the variants actually differ

3 categories separate these variants. Everything else is shared across the range.

Variants differ in: Battery & Range, Comfort & Interior, Safety — highlighted below.

SPEC
E3
रु 36,25,000
E2
रु 32,49,000
Battery & Range
varies by variant
  • CLTC range (km): 430
  • WLTP range (km): 317
  • Battery chemistry: LFP
  • Battery capacity (kWh): 42.3
  • CLTC range (km): 330
  • WLTP range (km): 237
  • Battery chemistry: LFP
  • Battery capacity (kWh): 31.4
Motor, Power & Drivetrain
same across range
  • Motor type: Permanent magnet synchronous
  • Maximum power (kW): 49.5
  • Front suspension: McPherson independent
  • Rear suspension: Torsion beam non-independent
  • Front/rear brakes: Disc / Disc
  • Parking brake: EPB
  • Motor type: Permanent magnet synchronous
  • Maximum power (kW): 49.5
  • Front suspension: McPherson independent
  • Rear suspension: Torsion beam non-independent
  • Front/rear brakes: Disc / Disc
  • Parking brake: EPB
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
same across range
  • Wheelbase (mm): 2660
  • Wheelbase (mm): 2660
Dimensions
same across range
  • Length 4030 mm.
  • Width 1810 mm.
  • Height 1570 mm.
  • 5 doors, 5 seats.
  • Length 4030 mm.
  • Width 1810 mm.
  • Height 1570 mm.
  • 5 doors, 5 seats.
Cargo
same across range
  • Storage capacity up to 945 liters.
  • Storage capacity up to 945 liters.
Comfort & Interior
varies by variant
  • Steering wheel: Multifunction
  • Keyless entry: Included
  • Air conditioning: Automatic
  • Steering wheel: Multifunction
  • Keyless entry: Included
  • Air conditioning: Electric
Infotainment & Convenience
same across range
  • Wireless charging: Included
  • Bluetooth audio/phone: Included
  • Wireless charging: Included
  • Bluetooth audio/phone: Included
Safety
varies by variant
  • Auto Hold: Included
  • Driver & passenger airbags: Included
  • ISOFIX: Included
  • TPMS: Direct
  • ABS / EBD / HAC / ESC / Brake Assist / TCS: Included
  • AEB: Included
  • Cruise control: Included
  • Adaptive cruise control: Included
  • Auto Hold: Included
  • Driver & passenger airbags: Included
  • ISOFIX: Included
  • TPMS: Indirect
  • ABS / EBD / HAC / ESC / Brake Assist / TCS: Included
  • AEB: Included
  • Cruise control: Included
  • Adaptive cruise control: Included
Design & Exterior
same across range
  • LED daytime running lights: Included
  • Ambient lighting: Included
  • Heated/folding mirrors: Included
  • Available colours: See brochure palette
  • LED daytime running lights: Included
  • Ambient lighting: Included
  • Heated/folding mirrors: Included
  • Available colours: See brochure palette
Sales & Imports
same across range
  • Official Nepal price list confirms this trim is sold in Nepal.
  • Official Nepal price list confirms this trim is sold in Nepal.
Value for Money Verdict
same across range
  • Top-spec-looking Nepal trim, but the price premium is mainly for styling and range.
  • Strong value if you want the lowest-priced Nammi 01 in Nepal.

Amber rows mark a genuine difference between variants. Grey italic means the figure has not been published for Nepal — we leave the gap visible rather than filling it from another market's spec sheet. Specs researched from official sources and Nepali auto portals.

Buying the E3

WHY THIS ONE
Longest range in the Nepal lineup.
Dual-tone and Silver paint available for NPR 50,000 more.
Keeps the same compact city-friendly dimensions.
WHAT YOU GIVE UP
Most expensive Nepal-listed Nammi 01 trim.
Feature equipment is not fully disclosed in accessible official Nepal materials.

What Nepali buyers & owners are saying — Dongfeng Nammi Box

Compiled from Reddit, Quora, YouTube comments, Nepali auto groups and forums.

SENTIMENT
mixed
60 / 100 · medium volume
WHAT BUYERS CARE ABOUT
Range suitability for daily commutesAvailability of service centersFeature set relative to price
WHAT PEOPLE LIKE
Affordable pricing
Feature-rich interior
Sufficient range for city commutes
COMMON COMPLAINTS
Real-world range lower than claimed
Limited after-sales service outside urban areas
Infotainment system less refined
🇳🇵 NEPAL-SPECIFIC TALK — PRICE, SERVICE, RESALE, ROADS
  • Price range: Rs. 32.49-36.25 Lakhs
  • WLTP range: 237 km (E2) and 317 km (E3)
  • Service network expanding beyond Kathmandu

Many owners like the generous tech pack including a large touchscreen, digital instrument display, ADAS safety suite, and heated/ventilated seating in top trims, feeling that it punches above its price point.

Some owners mention that real-world range when using AC heavily or driving in hilly areas can drop noticeably below claimed WLTP figures.

A few also note that after-sales network is still growing outside main urban centres, so parts/service turnaround can vary.

AI-compiled from publicly available online discussion (YouTube review comments, forums and Q&A sites) · confidence: medium · as of 19 Jul 2026. Quotes are paraphrased summaries of common opinions, not verbatim. Sources: carsnepal.com.np, motar-company.com.np, dongfengnepal.com

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Where to buy it

Every outlet below is an authorised Dongfeng dealer. We show what we can verify — an outlet with no published number is listed separately rather than shown as a dead card.

OFFICIAL DISTRIBUTOR
MAW Vriddhi
Authorised Dongfeng distributor for Nepal
15
OUTLETS
12
CITIES
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Brisha Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
BHAKTAPUR · SALES
Sales
Brisha Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., Radhe-Radhe, Bhaktapur
Euro Auto Motives Pvt. Ltd.
BHARATPUR · SALES
Sales
Euro Auto Motives Pvt. Ltd., Chitwan
Narayani Autocorp Pvt. Ltd.
BIRGUNJ · SALES
Sales
Narayani Autocorp Pvt. Ltd., Birgunj
MAW Vriddhi Motors Pvt. Ltd
BIRTAMODE · SALES
Sales
MAW Vriddhi Motors Pvt. Ltd, Birtamode
Emrald Auto Mobiles
BUTWAL · SALES
Sales
Emrald Auto Mobiles, Butwal
Rapti Auto Mart Pvt. Ltd.
GHORAHI · SALES
Sales
Rapti Auto Mart Pvt. Ltd., Dang

Showing the 6 most contactable outlets of 15 in Nepalsee all Dongfeng outlets →

Frequently asked questions

As of August 2026, the Dongfeng Nammi Box costs Rs 32.49 lakh to Rs 36.25 lakh (ex-showroom) in Nepal across 2 variants.
2 variants are listed: E3 (Rs 36.25 lakh), E2 (Rs 32.49 lakh).
MAW Vriddhi is the authorized distributor of Dongfeng cars in Nepal.
Dongfeng has authorized showrooms in Bhaktapur, Bharatpur, Birgunj, Birtamode, Butwal, Ghorahi, Itahari, Janakpur and more cities. Showroom addresses and phone numbers are listed on this page.
In Nepal, you can expect the Nammi 01 to deliver less range than its WLTP claim, especially with AC on or on hilly routes.
Outside major cities like Kathmandu, the Nammi 01’s after-sales support is still being built up, so parts availability and service time can differ by location.
Compared to many premium EVs on sale in Nepal, some owners feel the Nammi 01’s infotainment interface software is less polished.
Compulsory third-party insurance for the Dongfeng Nammi Box depends on the trim's motor power, because the NIA tariff is banded: रु 8,485 per year for the E2 (70kW) — Above 50 kW; रु 7,355 per year for the E3 (49.5kW) — Up to 50 kW. The tariff is fixed and identical at every insurer, VAT included. A comprehensive policy on the base variant (declared value Rs 32.49 lakh) is roughly रु 33,449 per year before no-claim discounts.
With banks financing up to 60% of the price (NRB cap) at an indicative 7.5% p.a. over 60 months, the Dongfeng Nammi Box base variant (Rs 32.49 lakh) works out to roughly रु 39,062 per month after a 40% down payment. Actual rates vary by bank (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).

Reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor · prices & specs compiled from official brand and distributor sources, last verified August 3, 2026 · how we verify