Name spellings: Kia SoulEV. These refer to the Kia Soul EV on this page.
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Kia Soul EV Price in Nepal
About the Kia Soul EV
The Kia Soul EV once occupied a distinctive niche in Nepal’s electric car scene, offering a characterful boxy design, tall seating and practical space in a fully electric package, but it has since been withdrawn from the official Kia Nepal line-up and is now only relevant to existing owners and used-market buyers. With no official Nepal pricing currently quoted and limited new competition at the time it was sold, it carved out a space as a quirky yet sensible urban-focused EV that appealed to early adopters who valued ease of driving, low running costs and a different look from the usual compact crossovers.
Editorial overview compiled from official specs and Nepali/Indian auto sources · as of 19 Sept 2026.
Design & styling
During its time on sale in Nepal, the Soul EV stood out for its upright, almost cube-like silhouette, high roof and distinctive LED lighting that made it instantly recognisable next to more conventional small SUVs. The EX-I and EX-II (Sunroof) trims shared the same basic body and hardware, with the sunroof variant adding a more lifestyle-oriented touch rather than changing the fundamental character of the car. Its short overhangs and relatively compact footprint made it visually well-suited to crowded city streets and tight parking spaces, while the raised seating position gave drivers the commanding view that many Nepali buyers now expect from a modern vehicle. Overall, its styling was polarising but memorable, which helped it build a small but loyal following among buyers who wanted their EV to look different from the mainstream.
Performance & drivetrain
The Soul EV sold here was based on the current global EV generation, using a front-mounted permanent-magnet electric motor and a lithium-ion polymer battery pack, in either the shorter-range or long-range configuration depending on market. While detailed motor output and battery capacity figures for the Nepal-spec cars were never prominently published locally, international specifications for the same generation point to brisk performance for the long-range version, with power comfortably above typical small petrol crossovers and a 0–100 km/h time closer to that of a warm hatch than an economy car. In Nepal, that translated in expectation into effortless urban driving with strong off-the-line torque, smooth single-gear acceleration and enough real-world range for most Kathmandu Valley commuting and weekend runs to nearby hill towns, provided owners had access to regular home or workplace charging. Its chassis and tall body were tuned more for comfort and ease of use than outright sportiness, making it feel more like a relaxed small family EV than a performance-focused model.
Variant-wise price list
The Soul EV is no longer sold new in Nepal (withdrawn 2026) — the trims below are its last recorded lineup.
Key specs & features
The figures buyers ask for first, per variant — drivetrain, seating, safety kit, screen, charging and clearance. Only what we hold a real source for is listed; anything we have not confirmed is left out rather than guessed.
Specifications can change without notice — confirm the exact trim with the distributor before you buy.
Where the variants actually differ
2 categories separate these variants. Everything else is shared across the range.
Variants differ in: Comfort & Interior, Design & Exterior — highlighted below.
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Design & Exterior varies by variant |
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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. Researched specifications; confirm the exact variant with the distributor.
Buying the EX-I
What Nepali buyers & owners are saying — Kia Soul EV
Soul EV problems, pros & cons from owners→Compiled from the public discussions linked below. Comments may refer to older prices or other-market versions; use the current variant price list above for Nepal prices.
- Owner review content frames the Soul EV as well‑suited to Kathmandu’s stop‑and‑go traffic and short commutes, with enough range and compact size for narrow urban roads.
- Nepali EV discussions emphasize the advantage of low per‑km electricity cost versus petrol, making the Soul EV attractive for daily urban driving despite higher upfront price.
- Kia Electric Nepal maintains an active presence as an EV dealership, which reassures buyers about official sales and service support for Kia EV models in Kathmandu.
- Authorized dealer & service network of Kia Nepal exists in major cities; genuine spare parts available through Kia service centres
- EV battery replacement in Nepal costs NPR 500,000-1,500,000 depending on type & size; high import duties driving cost
Community discussion, not our verified answers — figures here are whatever the thread said.
What is the price difference between Nepal and India for the Kia Soul EV?
In India it costs around 10 lakh, whereas in Nepal the price is reported at 56 lakh.
Is boot space in the Kia Soul EV enough for family use?
Owners say boot space is a weak point - fine for daily shopping and light luggage, but tight for big family trips or large cargo.
“its costlier than soul gasoline..... despite having only 10% custom tax, where for the gasoline one has over 250% tax. its not well priced must say”
“Starting price of kia soul is npr 16 lakh in india. Nepal government has.imposed tax rate of 25percent in ev. Considering the import price is 20 lakh and these vultures are charging 56 lakh.”
“नेपाल मा खुल्लम्खुल्ला लुट हुने गर्छ। यो कारको मुल्य भारतमा केवल भारु १० लाख मात्रै हो। नेपालमा ५७ लाख। अंमामा। हेरम यो वेबसाईट।”
“well i don't like the Price tag 56 lakh is just way too much. I can only afford to pay upto 16 lakhs for this 30 kWh version”
“One owner calls the Soul EV the best compact mini SUV‑style EV for Kathmandu, saying it fits city roads well and offers good space for a small family.”
“A Nepali commenter describing EV choices mentions the MG ZS EV, Hyundai Kona, and Kia e‑Niro/Soul as attractive electric SUVs when using bank loans designed for EVs.”
AI-compiled from publicly available online discussion (YouTube review comments, forums and Q&A sites) · confidence: medium · as of 05 Sept 2026. Quotes marked with a platform are real comments; the rest are paraphrased summaries of common opinions.
Owners in Europe have lived with this for 12 years 1 month
The Kia Soul EV has been on sale in Europe longer than in Nepal, so owners there have answered questions Nepali owners are only starting to. This sits alongside the Nepali sentiment above — it does not replace it. It is sold there as the Kia e‑Soul (Kia Soul EV in UK and some markets).
- In Europe the third‑generation model is sold mainly as the e‑Soul/Soul EV with a 64 kWh battery and associated higher power motor; earlier European Soul EVs used 27–30 kWh batteries with lower power and shorter range.
- Europe has multiple trims (for example Maxx, First Edition) with varying equipment levels in infotainment, driver‑assist and interior features; if Nepal imports different trims, owner comments about specific features such as advanced driver aids or premium audio may not apply.
- Some European markets badge the car as e‑Soul while others (like the UK) retain Soul EV; if Nepal uses a different name but imports the same generation and battery pack, mechanical impressions will still transfer, but trim content may differ.
- Canadian owners of the 2020 Soul EV Limited mention a 64 kWh battery and specific feature set (e.g. certain luxury and tech items); if Nepal’s cars match a different regional spec (e.g. European Maxx rather than Canadian Limited), feature‑related praise or complaints may not fully apply.
Resale value, service and spare-part costs, warranty terms and charging coverage are set by each market — different duty, different dealer networks, a different used-car market. Read these as context on the vehicle's reputation, never as figures for Nepal.
- European sources discuss warranty support (such as 7‑year coverage) and dealer handling of issues like DPF replacement on combustion Souls; these depend on local Kia policies and do not predict coverage or dealer behaviour in Nepal.
- Owner reviews and used‑car guides mention European pricing, depreciation and resale considerations; these reflect local demand, taxes and incentives and cannot be applied to Nepal.
- Discussions of charging convenience in Europe and Canada depend heavily on local public charging networks and home‑charging norms and are not indicative of Nepal’s charging situation.
- Service costs and spare‑part availability are described as reasonable in Europe due to established Kia networks; this may differ significantly in Nepal.
- Insurance costs and options are discussed in the context of European and Canadian markets and do not transfer to Nepal.
Owner satisfaction in Europe: 86/100. This is a reading of Europe owners only — it is not a Nepal sentiment score and is not counted in one. AI-compiled from publicly available owner discussion in Europe · confidence: low · as of 22 Aug 2026. Sources disagreed on which market this model is established in (Canada was also reported), so treat it as indicative.
What reviewers & owners say
Reviews and owner experiences.
Owner and reviewer opinions from the last 3 months · as of 28 Sept 2026.
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Where to buy it
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Frequently asked questions
Reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor · specs compiled from official brand and distributor sources, last updated September 13, 2026 · how we verify