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Arcfox T1 vs Kia Syros EV in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduEx-showroom, as listed — no trim distributor-verified yetComparing LV3 vs HTK variants
The short answer

Arcfox T1 costs रु 1,94,000 less ex-showroom. Syros EV has 41.7 PS more power.

Choose the Arcfox T1 if
Arcfox T1 costs रु 1,94,000 less ex-showroom.

The LV3 adds the 'missing' tech features like a 360-degree camera and ADAS, making it the more complete package for buyers who prioritize safety and convenience.

Pros
Massive infotainment screen gives a futuristic interior vibe
Standard heated/ventilated seats are rare at this price point
Excellent ground clearance for Nepal's varied road conditions
Class-leading rear legroom due to 2,750mm wheelbase
Premium 15.6-inch infotainment screen
Practical 459-liter boot space
Cons
Performance remains identical to the base trim despite the price hike
DC charging speeds are not competitive with some rivals
310km WLTP range may lead to range anxiety on long climbs
Modest 310km WLTP range may cause anxiety on long trips
Performance is identical across both variants
New brand presence in Nepal may impact resale confidence
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Choose the Kia Syros EV if
Syros EV has 41.7 PS more power.

Strong range, modern features and aggressive introductory pricing make the Syros EV HTK very compelling for urban and intercity users. Best suited to buyers wanting a well-equipped mainstream-brand EV under 4 million NPR rather than entry-level Chinese alternatives.

Pros
Long 443 km claimed MIDC range from the 42 kWh pack.
Modern dual-pane panoramic sunroof and premium exterior styling.
Level 2 ADAS and 360-degree camera at this price point.
Competitive ex-showroom price with attractive introductory discount for early buyers.
Cons
Boot space, kerb weight and exact dimensions remain undisclosed officially.
Single mid-level HTK trim limits choice versus multiple India-spec variants.
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Arcfox
रु 35,96,000Lowest price
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Kia
रु 37,90,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
SpecificationArcfox T1Kia Syros EV
Ex-showroom priceरु 35,96,000Cheapestरु 37,90,000
Fuelevev
DistributorLaxmi e-Mobility (Laxmi Group)Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
SpecificationArcfox T1Kia Syros EV
OffersNo offer on this variant
cashरु 2,00,000
Introductory NAIMA offer discount for first 100 customers
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⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
SpecificationArcfox T1Kia Syros EV
Max power70 kW (95.2 PS)135 bhp (136.9 PS)+41.7 PS
Max torque170 Nm255 Nm+85 Nm
Battery42.3 kWh+0.3 kWh42 kWh
Claimed range310 km (WLTP)443 km (test cycle not recorded)
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
SpecificationArcfox T1Kia Syros EV
Showrooms in Nepal1444Better
Service centres230Better
CCS2 fast chargers20
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
SpecificationArcfox T1Kia Syros EV
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Heated and ventilated front seats
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·Floating centre console with storage shelf underneath due to no transmission tunnel/gear selector
·Drive mode selector moved to a stalk behind the steering wheel, which also houses the start/stop switch
·Steering wheel borrowed from Kia Seltos with controls for ADAS suite, audio, and drive modes; tilt adjustment only, no reach adjustment
·Ambient lighting with 64 colours extending into the footwells
·Front seats get ventilation and partial power adjustment for fore/aft movement and recline
·Rear seats slide forward and backward
·Fully flat rear floor
·No rear centre headrest
·Large glovebox, dashboard shelf, and generously sized door pockets
·Centre console with two adjustable cup holders and a storage box beneath the armrest
·Rear-seat ventilation
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📱Infotainment & Convenience
·15.6-inch HD touchscreen infotainment system
·Six-speaker audio setup
·Voice control, Apple CarPlay and EasyLink connectivity
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·Dual 12.3-inch screens for instrumentation and infotainment
·Separate 5-inch climate control display
·EV-specific screen showing battery status, nearby charging points, and energy consumption patterns
·Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay standard
·Connected car features: remote start, remote cooling, phone-as-key, scheduled charging, remote battery preconditioning
·16-amp plug
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🛡️Safety
·Comprehensive ADAS and safety package
·Lane departure warning
·Cruise control
·Automatic parking assist
·Electronic parking brake
·ABS
·EBD
·ESP
·Four airbags
·Hill-hold control
·Front and rear parking sensors
·Reverse path tracing
·Seatbelt reminders
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·All four wheels get disc brakes
·Regenerative braking system with four levels (0 to 3) via paddle shifters
·One-pedal driving mode activated by long press on the left paddle
·Level 2 ADAS suite standard, including auto emergency braking, lane keep assist, high beam assist, adaptive cruise control, parking collision avoidance, and leading vehicle departure alerts
·6 airbags
·ESC
·Hill start assist
·Tyre pressure monitor
·ISOFIX child seat mounts
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Warranty & After-sales
·Battery warranty: 8 Years or 160,000 km
·Whole vehicle warranty: 3 Years or 120,000 km
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·15-year or unlimited kilometre battery warranty for the first owner
·Assured buyback value of up to 80% after three years
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✨Design & Exterior
·Offered in five exterior colours
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·Front bumper has a slimmer cooling slot positioned above the number plate
·Triangular pods housing LED fog lamps have minor detailing changes versus the ICE Syros
·Charging port located on the front left fender
·Battery pack has a slight visible protrusion underneath the car
·Tri-spoke alloy wheel design exclusive to the EV
·Rear design changes limited to an EV badge
·Matte grey-greenish exterior colour seen on test car
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📊Sales & Imports
·LV3 NAIMA special price Rs 35.96 lakh ex-showroom
·Launched alongside LV2 at NAIMA Expo 2026
·Distributed and imported by Laxmi Motorhub/Laxmi e-Mobility
·Positioned as higher-feature variant in compact EV crossover segment
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·HTK is the only Nepal-official variant currently offered
·Ex-showroom price_npr: Rs 37,90,000 for Syros EV HTK
·Introductory offer price_npr Rs 35,90,000 for first 100 buyers
·Bookings opened during NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026
·Only 42 kWh battery version imported to Nepal initially
·Model sources from India-spec Syros EV production
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Every variant, priced

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

Arcfox T1
Kia Syros 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.

SpecificationArcfox T1Kia Syros EV
Ex-showroomरु 35,96,000रु 37,90,000
Road tax + registration≈ रु 15,500≈ रु 15,500
Third-party insurance≈ रु 8,485≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road≈ रु 36,19,985≈ रु 38,13,985
EMI / month≈ रु 43,234 · 5 yr @ 7.5%≈ रु 45,566 · 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.

Arcfox T1 full detailsKia Syros EV full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

These two split the decision: the Arcfox T1 is रु 1,94,000 cheaper ex-showroom (5.4%), while the Kia Syros EV is ahead on dealer and service reach and power — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for.

Choose the Arcfox T1 if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
Choose the Kia Syros EV if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking
  • you drive loaded, or climb steep gradients often

Measured: 28 more service centres in Nepal (30 vs 2); 41.7 PS more power; 85 Nm more torque.

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
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These trims are listed at their published ex-showroom price, but none has been checked against the distributor's own price list yet — so treat the figures as indicative and confirm at the showroom.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Arcfox: 14 showrooms, 2 service centres · Kia: 44 showrooms, 30 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Arcfox T1 vs Kia Syros EV — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Arcfox T1 or Kia Syros EV?

As of October 2026, the Arcfox T1 starts at Rs 32.96 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 4.94 lakh less than the Kia Syros EV at Rs 37.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Arcfox T1 and Kia Syros EV in Nepal?

The Arcfox T1 costs Rs 32.96 lakh to Rs 35.96 lakh and the Kia Syros EV costs Rs 37.9 lakh (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Arcfox T1 or the Kia Syros EV?

These two split the decision: the Arcfox T1 is रु 1,94,000 cheaper ex-showroom (5.4%), while the Kia Syros EV is ahead on dealer and service reach and power — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the Arcfox T1 if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the Kia Syros EV if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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