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BYD Atto 3 vs Hyundai Kona EV in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 23, 2026

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At a glance

	BYD Atto 3	Hyundai Kona EV
Ex-showroom price	Rs 61.99 lakh – Rs 67.8 lakh	Rs 59.96 lakh – Rs 64.96 lakh
Fuel	ev	ev
Variants on sale	2	4
Distributor	Cimex Inc. Pvt. Ltd.	Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd.

Variant-wise prices (July 23, 2026)

BYD Atto 3

Advanced	रु 61,99,000
Superior	रु 67,80,000

Hyundai Kona EV

GLS	रु 59,96,000
GLS Premium	रु 64,96,000
Electric GL 100 kW	रु 59,96,000
Electric GLS 100 kW	रु 64,96,000

Specifications — Atto 3 Advanced vs Kona EV Electric GL 100 kW

Category	BYD Atto 3	Hyundai Kona EV
Battery & Range	Not disclosed officially	39.2 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery, claimed range up to 305 km per charge 305 km claimed range also quoted for GL 100 kW variant
Motor Power & Drivetrain	Not disclosed officially	Permanent magnet synchronous motor, 100 kW output, front-wheel drive Motor produces 134 hp and 395 Nm torque, single-speed automatic
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance	Not disclosed officially	Ground clearance 160 mm for Kona EV in Nepal Wheelbase 2600 mm
Dimensions	Not disclosed officially	Length 4180 mm, width 1800 mm, height 1570 mm Kerb weight around 1535 kg for 39.2 kWh version Turning radius approx. 5.3 m
Cargo	Not disclosed officially	Rear seats up: about 332 litres boot space Split-fold rear seats for extended cargo flexibility
Comfort & Interior	Not disclosed officially	Automatic climate control with eco mode for EV Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob Driver seat height adjustment and lumbar support Cruise control standard on Kona Electric
Infotainment & Convenience	Not disclosed officially	8-inch touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Digital instrument cluster with EV-specific displays Smart key with push-button start Rear parking sensors and camera with guidelines
Safety	Not disclosed officially	6 airbags: front, side, and curtain ABS with EBD and brake assist standard Electronic Stability Control and Vehicle Stability Management Hill-start assist control and tire pressure monitoring system ISOFIX child seat anchors on rear seats
Design & Exterior	Not disclosed officially	Closed grille with unique EV styling and charge port Split LED headlamps with LED DRLs Available colours: Atlas White, Cyber Gray, Galactic Gray, Pulse Red, Surfy Blue, Dark Knight 16-inch alloy wheels with aerodynamic design
Sales & Imports	Not disclosed officially	Officially sold by Laxmi Intercontinental as CKD/CBU import EV Kona Electric positioned as Nepal’s most proven and reliable EV by distributor Kona Electric GL price revised to Rs 59,96,000 on-road Introductory price earlier Rs 51,96,000 for first-gen launch
Value for Money Verdict	Not disclosed officially	GL is entry variant; same battery/motor as GLS but fewer features Considered strong value mid-range EV with proven reliability Lower price after Rs 2 lakh reduction enhances affordability
Pros	Not disclosed officially	Proven 305 km real-world-suitable range for Nepal terrain Strong performance with 134 hp and instant 395 Nm torque Good ground clearance 160 mm suits urban and highway use Comprehensive safety package with 6 airbags and ESC Wide Hyundai EV network and brand trust in Nepal
Cons	Not disclosed officially	Boot space smaller than some rival crossovers Design now feels older versus newer EV rivals No official long-range 64 kWh variant currently offered Interior plastics and finish not as premium as higher-priced EVs

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — BYD Atto 3 or Hyundai Kona EV?

As of July 2026, the Hyundai Kona EV starts at Rs 59.96 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 2.03 lakh less than the BYD Atto 3 at Rs 61.99 lakh.

What is the price of the BYD Atto 3 and Hyundai Kona EV in Nepal?

The BYD Atto 3 costs Rs 61.99 lakh to Rs 67.8 lakh and the Hyundai Kona EV costs Rs 59.96 lakh to Rs 64.96 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the BYD Atto 3 or the Hyundai Kona EV?

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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