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Hongqi EHS4 vs Hyundai Konain Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 27 Aug 2026Comparing EHS4 vs GL variants
The short answer

Hyundai Kona costs रु 3,000 less ex-showroom. EHS4 has 115 km more claimed range. EHS4 has 60 PS more power.

Choose the Hongqi EHS4 if
EHS4 has 115 km more claimed range.EHS4 has 60 PS more power.

At Rs 57.99 lakh, it looks competitive if you want a premium RWD EV with decent range and fast charging. It suits buyers prioritizing badge, comfort, and exclusivity over maximum equipment transparency or brand depth. The regular Rs 59.99 lakh price is harder to justify versus better-known rivals unless Hongqi’s design and showroom experience matter a lot. At roughly NPR 60 lakh, it is a premium EV play if the Nepal spec matches the launch positioning. It suits buyers prioritizing badge appeal and luxury over proven local ownership depth.

Pros
Strong 420 km claimed WLTP range
Rear-wheel-drive 160 kW powertrain
Fast DC charging and V2L support
Large 393-liter boot for the segment
Premium-brand appeal in Nepal's EV market.
Likely positioned below larger Hongqi SUVs.
Could benefit from launch attention and dealer push.
Potentially strong value if spec is generous for the price.
Cons
Brand and service footprint are still new in Nepal
Safety/ADAS specification is not fully disclosed
Range claims conflict across Nepali reports
Premium price invites tough comparison with established EV rivals
No officially confirmed Nepal spec sheet found in provided results.
Service network and charging coverage are unverified here.
Price is high versus mainstream EV rivals.
Real-world boot, safety kit, and drivetrain details remain unclear.
As of 17 Aug 2026
Choose the Hyundai Kona if
Hyundai Kona costs रु 3,000 less ex-showroom.

Best suited to buyers who want the lower-entry Kona EV at Nepal’s official price. It is still expensive for a compact EV, but the range, equipment, and brand support make it the practical choice in the lineup.

Pros
Lower price than GLS.
305 km claimed range.
Strong safety and convenience kit.
Established Nepal distributor support.
Backed by Hyundai’s extensive Nepali showroom and service network
Proven EV nameplate with more mature ownership experience
Cons
Still pricey versus many rivals.
Boot is smaller than some crossovers.
Official Nepal data set is incomplete on some chassis figures.
Single motor, no AWD option.
Smaller 39.2 kWh battery and modest 305 km range
Less power and performance than newer rivals
As of 22 Aug 2026
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Hongqi EHS4 price in Nepal
Hongqi
रु 59,99,000
Hyundai Kona price in Nepal
Hyundai
रु 59,96,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 59,99,000
रु 59,96,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 59,99,000
रु 59,96,000 – रु 64,96,000
Variants on sale
1
2
Fuel
ev
ev
Distributor
Advanced Automobiles Pvt. Ltd.
Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cashरु 2,00,000Expired
NAIMA introductory discount on the Nepal launch price
Ended 17 Aug 2026
cash
No specific current GL cash discount was confirmed in the gathered sources.
1 offer on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
160 PS+60 PS
100 PS
Max torque
240 Nm
Not disclosed
Battery
67.1 kWh+27.9 kWh
39.2 kWh
Claimed range
420 km+115 km
305 km
Drivetrain
rear-wheel-drive
FWD
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Boot space
393 litres
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
1
63Better
Service centres
1
35Better
CCS2 fast chargers
0
0
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Premium EV crossover positioning; RHD model prepared for Nepal
·Front factory-tinted glass mentioned in Nepal coverage
As of 17 Aug 2026
·6-way power driver seat
·Leatherette seat trim noted on brochure
As of 19 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·V2L up to 3.3 kW reported in Nepal coverage
·DC fast charging 30–80% in about 20 minutes
As of 17 Aug 2026
·10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment
·Wireless phone charging
As of 19 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Battery IP67-rated against dust and water
·Detailed ADAS/safety kit not disclosed in the Nepal sources found (As of: 2026-08-17)
As of 17 Aug 2026
·6 airbags
·Electronic Stability Control and Hill-start Assist
As of 19 Aug 2026
Design & Exterior
·Electric crossover SUV body style introduced in Nepal
·Hongqi luxury-brand styling with premium exterior positioning
As of 17 Aug 2026
·215/55R17 wheels
·LED lighting package on brochure
As of 19 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Introduced at NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026; Nepal is first export market outside China
·Regular price Rs 59.99 lakh; expo price Rs 57.99 lakh
·Hongqi launched in Nepal through Advanced Automobiles Pvt. Ltd.
·NepalDrives says E-HS4 is one of the initial launch SUVs
·Launched at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026 (11-16 Aug) at an exclusive expo price of Rs 57,99,000, Rs 2,00,000 below the standard ex-showroom price of Rs 59,99,000; the expo offer was extended through the NADA Auto Show and ends 31 Aug 2026
As of 17 Aug 2026
·Official Nepal price listed at Rs 59,96,000
·Imported and sold by Laxmi Intercontinental in Nepal
As of 19 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Hongqi EHS4
Hyundai Kona

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 59,99,000
रु 59,96,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 15,500
≈ रु 15,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 8,485
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 60,22,985
≈ रु 60,19,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 72,125 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 72,089 · 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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Hongqi EHS4 vs Hyundai Kona — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Hongqi EHS4 or Hyundai Kona?

As of August 2026, the Hyundai Kona starts at Rs 59.96 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.03 lakh less than the Hongqi EHS4 at Rs 59.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Hongqi EHS4 and Hyundai Kona in Nepal?

The Hongqi EHS4 costs Rs 59.99 lakh and the Hyundai Kona costs Rs 59.96 lakh to Rs 64.96 lakh (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the Hongqi EHS4 or the Hyundai Kona?

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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