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BMW iX1 vs Kia EV9 in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
BMW iX1Kia EV9
Ex-showroom priceRs 1.5 crore – Rs 15 croreRs 1.8 crore
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Variants on sale21
DistributorLaxmi Premium Motors (authorized BMW importer and distributor for Nepal)Continental Associates Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

BMW iX1

BMW iX1 eDrive20 M Sportरु 14,99,60,000
eDrive20 xLineरु 1,49,96,000

Kia EV9

Kia EV9रु 1,79,90,000
Specifications — iX1 eDrive20 xLine vs EV9 Kia EV9
CategoryBMW iX1Kia EV9
Battery & Range
  • 64.8 kWh battery, WLTP range 430–470 km
  • Motor output 150 kW/204 hp, provisional WLTP range 430–475 km
  • 64.8 kWh battery, WLTP range 430–470 km
  • Range 430–470 km on single charge
  • 76.1 kWh battery officially listed
  • 443 km WLTP range officially listed
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • Single electric motor, 150 kW, 204 hp, 250 Nm
  • Front-wheel-drive eDrive20 xLine trim for Nepal
  • 5th-generation BMW eDrive technology
  • Single Nepal trim: eDrive20 xLine
  • 215 hp peak output officially listed
  • 350 Nm torque officially listed
  • Rear-wheel drive (RWD) officially listed
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Ground clearance 176 mm
  • Wheelbase 2692 mm
  • 178 mm ground clearance listed by techpana.com
  • Wheelbase not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • RWD platform reported; E-GMP basis mentioned
Dimensions
  • Length 4500 mm, width 1845 mm, height 1616 mm
  • 7-seater layout officially listed
  • Length, width, height not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Wheelbase not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Cargo
  • Boot capacity 490 L, expandable to 1495 L
  • Front boot: 90 litres
  • Rear boot: 333 litres with all 7 seats up
  • 828 litres with third row folded
Comfort & Interior
  • 5-seater premium compact SAV cabin
  • Advanced comfort with BMW luxury interior features
  • Rear seats fold to expand cargo to 1495 L
  • Electric front seats listed
  • 7-seat 2+3+2 cabin layout listed
  • Interior materials not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Latest BMW infotainment and connectivity features
  • Premium convenience features typical of BMW SAV segment
  • 6 speakers listed
  • Auto flush door handles listed
  • Infotainment screen size not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Safety
  • Equipped with BMW’s modern safety and driver assistance tech
  • High safety focus as premium German electric SAV
  • Safety features not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Battery warranty: 7 years reported by techpana.com
  • Motor warranty: 3 years reported by techpana.com
Design & Exterior
  • Compact SAV crossover SUV body style
  • Available in seven colours including Alpine White, Cape York Green
  • Colour options: Alpine White, Cape York Green, Mineral White, Phytonic Blue, Sanremo Green, Space Silver, Utah Orange
  • Premium, luxurious exterior styling for urban EV buyers
  • Futuristic exterior styling described
  • 19-inch wheels with 255/60 R19 tyres listed
  • Two colors listed: Ivory White and Aurora Black Pearl
Sales & Imports
  • Launched in Nepal as second all-electric BMW after iX3
  • Introductory price Rs 14,996,000 at launch in 2024
  • Price initially Rs 1,49,96,000 on launch
  • Current listed price Rs 1,86,96,000
  • Marketed as entry-level BMW car in Nepal
  • Launched in Nepal in 2024
  • Official Nepal price: Rs 17,990,000
  • Distributor listed as Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
Value for Money Verdict
  • Positioned as most accessible electric BMW in Nepal
  • Offers luxury, performance, and eco-friendly driving at premium price
  • Good range and performance for compact luxury EV segment
  • Flagship seven-seat EV in Nepal’s Kia lineup
  • Large battery and 443 km range support long-distance use
  • Premium pricing positions it above mass-market EVs
Pros
  • Strong WLTP range up to ~470 km
  • Premium BMW build quality and luxury features
  • Entry-level BMW EV, more attainable than larger BMW EVs
  • Good performance: 150 kW, 0–100 km/h in 8.6 s
  • Long WLTP range for a 7-seater EV
  • Large cargo volume with seats folded
  • RWD layout simplifies drivetrain
Cons
  • Significant price increase to Rs 1,86,96,000 in 2026
  • Only one trim option available in Nepal market
  • Premium pricing limits mass-market adoption
  • No AWD variant officially disclosed in Nepal
  • High price for Nepal market
  • Many comfort and safety details are not officially disclosed (As of: 13/07/2026)

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BMW iX1 or Kia EV9?

As of July 2026, the BMW iX1 starts at Rs 1.5 crore ex-showroom — Rs 29.94 lakh less than the Kia EV9 at Rs 1.8 crore.

What is the price of the BMW iX1 and Kia EV9 in Nepal?

The BMW iX1 costs Rs 1.5 crore to Rs 15 crore and the Kia EV9 costs Rs 1.8 crore (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the BMW iX1 or the Kia EV9?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you — both are listed on the model pages. There is no single winner: the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

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