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Ather Energy 450S vs Niu NQi Sportin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 28 Aug 2026Comparing 2.9 kWh vs SMART R variants
The short answer

Ather Energy 450S costs रु 23,001 less ex-showroom. 450S has 46 km more claimed range.

Choose the Ather Energy 450S if
Ather Energy 450S costs रु 23,001 less ex-showroom.450S has 46 km more claimed range.

Strong value as the most affordable Ather with decent real-world range and performance for city use. Best suited to urban riders wanting premium feel and smart features without stretching to 450X pricing.

Pros
Competitive price versus other premium EV scooters in Nepal for 2025–2026.
Good claimed ground clearance and light 108 kg kerb weight for city manoeuvrability.
Disc brakes with CBS and regen braking enhance control and efficiency.
Spacious 22-litre under-seat storage adds daily practicality.
Cons
True range of ~90–105 km can feel limited for heavier intercity use.
Only one battery size officially for 450S after price revision, limiting choice.
Lack of officially published detailed dimensions and wheelbase may concern spec-focused buyers.
Charging time on standard AC reported as relatively slow versus some rivals.
As of 23 Aug 2026
Choose the Niu NQi Sport if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

About NPR 5,000 premium over Standard for SMART R trim Still competitive versus other premium e-scooters in Nepal

Pros
All Standard trim strengths plus SMART R connectivity
Good blend of range, tech, and urban practicality
Modern LED styling stands out in city traffic
Cons
Feature differences vs Standard not clearly distinguished publicly (As of: 13/07/2026)
No official fast-charging; 5–6 hour charge same as Standard
Limited public info on Nepal-specific hardware changes (As of: 13/07/2026)
As of 13 Jul 2026
13 rows compared
Ather Energy 450S price in Nepal
Ather Energy
रु 3,24,999Lowest price
Niu NQi Sport price in Nepal
Niu
रु 3,48,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 3,24,999Cheapest
रु 3,48,000
Range, all variants
रु 3,24,999 – रु 3,64,999
रु 3,48,000 – रु 3,53,000
Variants on sale
2
4
Fuel
ev
ev
Distributor
Vaidya Energy Pvt. Ltd.
Eco Infinity Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cashरु 25,000
Periodic promotional price drops of around NPR 25,000 reported on Ather 450 series scooters.
cash
No advertised SMART R-specific discount; standard MRP applies
1 offer on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
6 PS
Not disclosed
Max torque
26 Nm
Not disclosed
Battery
2.9 kWh
Not disclosed
Claimed range
126 km+46 km
80 km
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Ground clearance
170 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
75Better
9
Service centres
17
19Better
CCS2 fast chargers
21
0
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Magic Twist: twist down to accelerate, twist up to slow down
·Park Assist: reverse riding via button press with taillight alert
·AutoHold: automatically holds scooter on a slope without brakes
As of 22 Aug 2026
·Smart Dashboard
·Dynamic Footrests
·Passenger Handles
As of 30 Jul 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Navigation: Google Maps
·Dashboard: 17.7 cm (7”) TFT touchscreen
·Voice Interaction: Included
·Infinite cruise: Included
·Magic Twist: Included
·Alexa Skills: check charging status and location via Alexa
As of 22 Aug 2026
·Anti Theft USB Charger
·Real-Time Intelligence: Ride History, GPS Location, Power Supply, Diagnostic
·ECU central controller accessible by app
·Smart key and auto alarm arming
·Motor lock for security
·GPS built into scooter for tracking location
As of 30 Jul 2026
🛡️Safety
·Traction control: Included
·Multi-Mode Traction Control with 3 modes: Rain, Road, Rally
·Dual Disc Brakes
·FallSafe: motor cut-off in case of a fall
·Emergency Stop Signal: taillight alert on sudden braking
·Tow & Theft Alerts: alert when scooter is moved
As of 22 Aug 2026
·EBS Braking
·Standard front and rear disc brakes
As of 30 Jul 2026
Design & Exterior
·Colours: Still White, Cosmic Black, Stealth Blue, True Red, Hyper Sand
As of 22 Aug 2026
·Iconic Lighting
·Halo Headlight
·Color options: White, Red, Blue, Gray, Black
As of 30 Jul 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Official Ather 450S price listed at NPR 3,24,999 in Nepal
·Earlier launch prices: NPR 3,50,000 small battery; 3,99,900 big battery before revision
·Part of Ather 450 series lineup sold by VEPL in Nepal
As of 23 Aug 2026
·Priced from Rs. 3,53,000 labeled as SMART R color option
·Imported and retailed by NIU Nepal across its showrooms
As of 13 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Ather Energy 450S
Niu NQi Sport

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 3,24,999
रु 3,48,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 3,300
≈ रु 2,300
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 1,931
≈ रु 1,931
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 3,30,230
≈ रु 3,52,231
EMI / month
≈ रु 6,066 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 6,495 · 3 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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Ather Energy 450S vs Niu NQi Sport — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Ather Energy 450S or Niu NQi Sport?

As of August 2026, the Ather Energy 450S starts at Rs 3.25 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.23 lakh less than the Niu NQi Sport at Rs 3.48 lakh.

What is the price of the Ather Energy 450S and Niu NQi Sport in Nepal?

The Ather Energy 450S costs Rs 3.25 lakh to Rs 3.65 lakh and the Niu NQi Sport costs Rs 3.48 lakh to Rs 3.53 lakh (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the Ather Energy 450S or the Niu NQi Sport?

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 bike is ahead.

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