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BGAUSS C12 vs Hero Optima HX EV in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 04 Sept 2026Comparing C12 iEX vs Optima HX Single Battery variants
The short answer

Hero Optima HX EV costs रु 18,800 less ex-showroom.

Choose the BGAUSS C12 if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.
Choose the Hero Optima HX EV if
Hero Optima HX EV costs रु 18,800 less ex-showroom.

This is the better-value Optima HX if you want the cheapest entry into Hero EV ownership in Nepal. It suits short urban commuting buyers who prioritize low purchase price over features.

Pros
Lowest Nepal price in the Optima HX lineup.
Removable battery is convenient for home charging.
Very light kerb weight helps maneuverability.
Basic convenience kit is decent for city use.
Cons
Tiny 42 km/h top speed limits mixed-road usefulness.
No official Nepal-disclosed underseat storage figure.
Safety kit is basic compared with newer rivals.
Dealer/service depth appears limited versus larger EV brands.
As of 21 Aug 2026
10 rows compared
BGAUSS
रु 2,28,400
Hero Optima HX EV price in Nepal
Hero
रु 2,09,600Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 2,28,400
रु 2,09,600Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 2,28,400 – रु 3,04,900
रु 2,09,600 – रु 3,09,600
Variants on sale
2
2
Fuel
ev
ev
Distributor
Agni Motoinc (Agni Group)
CG Motors Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
No verified Nepal-official cash discount found in the gathered sources.
1 offer on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Claimed range
Not disclosed
82 km
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Ground clearance
Not disclosed
150 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
66
87Better
Service centres
77Better
14
CCS2 fast chargers
0
0
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
Not disclosed
·Telescopic suspension listed as a feature.
·Digital instrument cluster included.
As of 21 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
Not disclosed
·USB charging port with bottle holder.
·Cruise control listed by Nepali sources.
As of 21 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
Not disclosed
·Combi braking system.
·Remote locking, anti-theft alarm, and regenerative braking.
As of 21 Aug 2026
Design & Exterior
Not disclosed
·Alloy wheels and scooter body type noted by sources.
·Colour options not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-08-21).
As of 21 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
Not disclosed
·Priced at Rs 2,09,600 in Nepal.
·Hero Electric showroom reported in Teku, Kathmandu.
As of 21 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

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

BGAUSS C12
Hero Optima HX EV

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 2,28,400
रु 2,09,600
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 2,300
≈ रु 2,300
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 1,931
≈ रु 1,931
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 2,32,631
≈ रु 2,13,831
EMI / month
≈ रु 4,263 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 3,912 · 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.

BGAUSS C12 full detailsHero Optima HX EV full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

BGAUSS C12 vs Hero Optima HX EV — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BGAUSS C12 or Hero Optima HX EV?

As of September 2026, the Hero Optima HX EV starts at Rs 2.1 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.19 lakh less than the BGAUSS C12 at Rs 2.28 lakh.

What is the price of the BGAUSS C12 and Hero Optima HX EV in Nepal?

The BGAUSS C12 costs Rs 2.28 lakh to Rs 3.05 lakh and the Hero Optima HX EV costs Rs 2.1 lakh to Rs 3.1 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the BGAUSS C12 or the Hero Optima HX EV?

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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