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BYD Atto 1 vs Tata Punch EV in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 05 Sept 2026Comparing Premium (Long Range) 2026 Facelift vs 2026 30 kWh variants

The short answer

Tata Punch EV costs रु 81,000 less ex-showroom. Atto 1 has 25 km more claimed range. Punch EV has 20.4 PS more power.

Choose the BYD Atto 1 if

Atto 1 has 25 km more claimed range.

Premium’s 300 km WLTP range and slightly richer spec justify the price bump, especially for those regularly driving intercity routes. Best for buyers who want a compact EV but refuse range anxiety and plan occasional longer trips beyond the Valley.

Pros

300 km WLTP range is strong for a compact hatch at this price.

Same proven Blade battery tech and long warranty as other BYD models.

Added 360-degree camera and exterior tweaks improve daily usability.

Still relatively affordable entry into higher-range EV ownership in Nepal.

Blade battery safety and strong EV-specific tech features

Premium variants offer rich connectivity and wireless smartphone integration

Cons

Price now in the mid-3.4M band, overlapping larger and more powerful EVs.

Small hatchback body may feel cramped for families on long drives.

Charging speed (around 40 kW DC) lags behind newer high-speed EVs.

BYD-branded network is growing but still thinner outside major cities.

Smaller nationwide sales and service network than Tata and Sipradi

Rear seat and boot space modest for long family road trips

As of 05 Sept 2026

Choose the Tata Punch EV if

Tata Punch EV costs रु 81,000 less ex-showroom.Punch EV has 20.4 PS more power.

This is the cheapest Punch EV in Nepal and suits buyers prioritizing entry price over range. It looks competitive if you mainly need a city EV, but the lower-range battery makes it less compelling for frequent highway use.

Pros

Lowest entry price in the Nepal Punch EV lineup.

Same compact SUV body and facelifted design as pricier trims.

Likely the most affordable way into Tata EV ownership in Nepal.

Higher ground clearance suits rural and broken Nepali roads

40 kWh variants offer stronger real‑world range for intercity travel

Micro‑SUV stance and seating height provide better road presence

Cons

Shortest claimed range in the lineup.

Lower power than the 40 kWh trims.

Missing higher-trim convenience features buyers may want.

Price is still high against some non-EV compact SUVs.

Entry 30 kWh variant still priced above Tiago EV range

Boot space figures not clearly disclosed for precise comparison

As of 31 Aug 2026

15 rows compared

BYD

Atto 1

रु 34,80,000

Tata

Punch EV

रु 33,99,000Lowest price

💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom

Ex-showroom price

रु 34,80,000

रु 33,99,000Cheapest

Range, all variants

रु 34,80,000

रु 33,99,000 – रु 37,99,000

Variants on sale

Fuel

Distributor

Cimex Inc. Pvt. Ltd.

Sipradi Trading Pvt. Ltd.

🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant

Offers

cash

Launch and early promotional bundles were mentioned historically, but current Premium-specific cash discounts or bundled insurance/accessories for 2026 facelift are not clearly itemised.

cashरु 32,99,000

Introductory launch pricing for the 30 kWh Punch EV in Nepal

1 offer on other variants

⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data

Max power

45 kW (61.2 PS)

60 kW (81.6 PS)+20.4 PS

Max torque

135 Nm

Not disclosed

Battery

38.9 kWh+8.9 kWh

30 kWh

Claimed range

300 km+25 km

275 km

Transmission

Not disclosed

automatic

Drivetrain

Not disclosed

Front-wheel drive

📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data

Ground clearance

175 mm

Not disclosed

🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings

Showrooms in Nepal

143Better

Service centres

49Better

CCS2 fast chargers

50Better

📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category

🛋️Comfort & Interior

·6-way power-adjustable driver's seat

·power-adjustable passenger seat

·grey synthetic leather trim seats

As of 27 Aug 2026

·Five-seat cabin with basic fabric upholstery on base 30kWh trim

·Automatic climate control available across Punch EV lineup

As of 23 Aug 2026

📱Infotainment & Convenience

·Display: 10.1 inch

As of 05 Sept 2026

·Touchscreen infotainment and digital instrument cluster on Punch EV range

·Connected car and remote features offered on higher trims, limited on base 30kWh

As of 23 Aug 2026

🛡️Safety

·Ventilated front discs

·Rear discs

·Hydraulic brake assist

·Parking brake deceleration control system

·Electric power-assisted steering

·Tunable regenerative braking

·Six airbags fitted

·No front-centre airbag

·Autonomous emergency braking (higher trims)

·Adaptive cruise control (higher trims)

·Lane-keep assist (higher trims)

·No blind-spot monitoring

·No rear cross-traffic alert

As of 27 Aug 2026

·Dual front airbags and ABS with EBD standard on Punch EV

·Rear parking sensors and camera on mid to top variants; limited camera on base 30kWh

As of 23 Aug 2026

✨Design & Exterior

·16-inch alloy wheels

·185/55 R16 tyres

·Slim, angular headlight clusters

·Character lines from front wheel arches to rear doors

·Full-width LED light bar at rear

As of 27 Aug 2026

·EV-specific closed grille design and split headlamps like India Punch.ev

·Compact SUV stance with high ground clearance and roof rails

As of 23 Aug 2026

📊Sales & Imports

·Imported as long-range Premium variant by Cimex Inc.

·Premium priced at Rs 3,480,000 in 2026 facelift launch reporting

·EV-focused listings show ex-showroom Rs 34,80,000 for Premium

As of 22 Aug 2026

·Introductory NAIMA price Rs 32.99L, later Rs 33.99L

·Sold nationwide via Sipradi dealers and NAIMA events

As of 23 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

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

BYD Atto 1

Tata Punch 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.

Ex-showroom

रु 34,80,000

रु 33,99,000

Road tax + registration

≈ रु 7,000

≈ रु 15,500

Third-party insurance

≈ रु 7,355

≈ रु 8,485

Estimated on-road

≈ रु 34,94,355

≈ रु 34,22,985

EMI / month

≈ रु 41,839 · 5 yr @ 7.5%

≈ रु 40,865 · 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.

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BYD Atto 1 vs Tata Punch EV — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BYD Atto 1 or Tata Punch EV?

As of September 2026, the Tata Punch EV starts at Rs 33.99 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.81 lakh less than the BYD Atto 1 at Rs 34.8 lakh.

What is the price of the BYD Atto 1 and Tata Punch EV in Nepal?

The BYD Atto 1 costs Rs 34.8 lakh and the Tata Punch EV costs Rs 33.99 lakh to Rs 37.99 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the BYD Atto 1 or the Tata Punch 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 car is ahead.

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