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Jaecoo J5 FWD vs Kia Soul EV in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 06 Sept 2026Comparing J5 (FWD) vs EX-I variants
The short answer

Kia Soul EV costs रु 99,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Jaecoo J5 FWD if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.
Choose the Kia Soul EV if
Kia Soul EV costs रु 99,000 less ex-showroom.

EX I offers the Soul EV experience at lower cost than EX II, but its 212 km range and older tech feel modest for 56 lakh. It suits urban users prioritizing brand reliability and upright design over latest long-range EVs. As a legacy EV in Nepal’s market, it is now better value as a discounted or used purchase than at full ex-showroom price.

Pros
Recognized EV pioneer model with proven track record in Nepal market.
Comfortable upright seating and 165 mm ground clearance helpful on Nepali roads.
Kia brand support via Continental Trading’s established network.
Lower price than EX II while sharing the same claimed 212 km EV range.
Cons
212 km claimed range is modest versus newer long-range EV rivals.
Older EV tech and limited fast-charging ecosystem compared with new Kia EV6/EV9.
Safety and feature list relatively basic without modern ADAS or rich infotainment.
Boxy design and compact size may limit boot space for family touring needs.
As of 25 Aug 2026
12 rows compared
Jaecoo
रु 56,99,000
Kia Soul EV price in Nepal
Kia
रु 56,00,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 56,99,000
रु 56,00,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 56,99,000
रु 56,00,000 – रु 58,00,000
Variants on sale
1
2
Fuel
ev
ev
Distributor
SPG Automobiles Pvt. Ltd. (Omoda & Jaecoo Nepal)
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
No specific current cash discount publicly disclosed for Soul EV EX I in Nepal
1 offer on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
Not disclosed
109 bhp (110.5 PS)
Claimed range
Not disclosed
212 km
Drivetrain
Not disclosed
front-wheel drive
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Ground clearance
Not disclosed
165 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
78Better
37
Service centres
25
29Better
CCS2 fast chargers
0
0
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
Not disclosed
·Five-seat cabin with SUV-style upright seating
·EX I positioned as base EV trim with standard fabric upholstery
As of 25 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
Not disclosed
·EX I includes basic infotainment and convenience similar to ICE Soul EX trim
·Keyless entry and standard AC; higher features reserved for EX II sunroof
As of 25 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
Not disclosed
·Soul EV range in Nepal includes ABS and basic safety kit
·Advanced ADAS features not mentioned for Nepal-spec Soul EV
As of 25 Aug 2026
Design & Exterior
Not disclosed
·Distinctive boxy crossover-hatch design carried over from Soul ICE
·EX I variant without sunroof; simpler exterior trim vs EX II
As of 25 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
Not disclosed
·Kia has sold 114 Soul EV units in Nepal since 2016
·Soul EV is among Kia EVs with minimal recent imports, under 12 Kia EVs in last year
As of 25 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Jaecoo J5 FWD
Kia Soul 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 56,99,000
रु 56,00,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 15,500
≈ रु 15,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 8,485
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 57,22,985
≈ रु 56,23,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 68,518 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 67,328 · 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.

Jaecoo J5 FWD full detailsKia Soul EV full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Jaecoo J5 FWD vs Kia Soul EV — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Jaecoo J5 FWD or Kia Soul EV?

As of September 2026, the Kia Soul EV starts at Rs 56 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.99 lakh less than the Jaecoo J5 FWD at Rs 56.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Jaecoo J5 FWD and Kia Soul EV in Nepal?

The Jaecoo J5 FWD costs Rs 56.99 lakh and the Kia Soul EV costs Rs 56 lakh to Rs 58 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Jaecoo J5 FWD or the Kia Soul 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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