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Proton e.MAS 5 EV Price in Nepal
About the Proton e.MAS 5 EV
The Proton e.MAS 5 EV lands in Nepal as a compact, tech-focused electric hatchback that aims to bring full-size EV usability to buyers staying well under the 40-lakh mark. With city-friendly dimensions, rear-wheel-drive dynamics and a long list of modern safety and comfort kit on the Premium variant, it goes after customers who want a genuinely usable daily EV without having to stretch to bigger, more expensive crossovers. In Nepal, the Proton e.MAS 5 is being pitched as a stylish alternative to urban EVs like the BYD Dolphin and Dongfeng Nammi, with a spacious cabin, advanced driver assistance and a mature, globally developed platform aimed at both first-time EV buyers and existing owners looking to cut running costs without giving up features.
Editorial overview compiled from official specs and Nepali/Indian auto sources · as of 19 Jul 2026.
Design & styling
The Proton e.MAS 5 Premium sold in Nepal is a compact electric hatchback with a clean, modern silhouette and proportions that are slightly larger than many traditional hatchbacks, giving it a more planted stance on Nepali roads. The front end mixes a closed EV-style fascia with sharp lighting elements, while the side profile benefits from a relatively long wheelbase that helps cabin space as well as visual stability. At the rear, the design continues the contemporary theme with a cohesive light signature and smooth surfaces. It looks closer to a grown-up global EV than a bare-bones city car. Alloy wheels, full-LED lighting and other exterior touches are aligned with the top-spec Premium’s equipment, so buyers at this level get a car that looks appropriately upmarket alongside rivals such as the BYD Dolphin and Nammi on Kathmandu’s streets.
Performance & drivetrain
The e.MAS 5 Premium in Nepal is based on the global version that uses a rear-mounted electric motor driving the rear wheels, a layout still rare in this price band and one that gives the car a clearly different feel from front-drive EV rivals. Internationally, the Premium pairs that motor with a larger CATL LFP battery pack and offers noticeably stronger performance and range than the lower Prime variant, which makes it the better fit for buyers who regularly do intercity runs on highways like Kathmandu–Pokhara or East–West routes. Rear-wheel-drive traction is an advantage on steep, winding urban climbs found in cities such as Kathmandu and Dharan, especially in wet conditions. The smooth instant torque typical of EVs helps in stop‑go traffic and makes quick overtakes easier than in comparable small petrol hatchbacks. Exact certified range figures for the Nepal-spec car are yet to be formally published, but the Premium’s larger battery and stronger motor, as seen in global specs, position it as the variant more suited to mixed city‑highway use and occasional longer trips without frequent charging stops.
Variant-wise price list
Every Proton e.MAS 5 EV trim on sale in Nepal, at ex-showroom prices.
| Variant | Ex-showroom price |
|---|---|
| Prime | रु 29,84,499 |
| Premium | रु 34,84,499 |
Ex-showroom prices researched from official Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. sources. Rows marked ✓ have been cross-checked against the distributor's own price list on the date shown.
What it actually costs
Pick a variant and a province — ex-showroom, tax, insurance and EMI all update together.
Ex-showroom prices as published by Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. Road tax follows the selected province's schedule; third-party insurance follows the fixed NIA motor tariff.
Based on a 58 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
6 categories separate these variants. Everything else is shared across the range.
Variants differ in: Battery & Range, Motor, Power & Drivetrain, Dimensions, Infotainment & Convenience, Safety, Design & Exterior — highlighted below.
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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. Specs researched from official sources and Nepali auto portals.
Buying the Prime
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Proton e.MAS 5 EV in the news
All Nepal auto news →What Nepali buyers & owners are saying — Proton e.MAS 5 EV
Compiled from Reddit, Quora, YouTube comments, Nepali auto groups and forums.
- Jagdamba Motors is the authorized distributor in Nepal
“Jagdamba Motors has opened bookings for the upcoming Proton e.MAS 5 alongside its 'Guess and Book the All-New e.MAS 5 at Your Price' campaign.”
“The Proton e.MAS 5, developed through Proton's collaboration with Geely, brings internationally tested electric vehicle technology to Nepali roads.”
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: sharesansar.com, b360nepal.com, ev-nepal.com
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Where to buy it
Every outlet below is an authorised Proton dealer. We show what we can verify — an outlet with no published number is listed separately rather than shown as a dead card.
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Reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor · prices & specs compiled from official brand and distributor sources, last verified August 7, 2026 · how we verify