Image: Deepal Nevo Q05 — official image
MAW Vriddhi, the authorised distributor for Deepal electric vehicles in Nepal, is getting ready to introduce the Deepal Nevo Q05 to Nepali buyers. According to industry reports, the company has started preparations for launch, but official Nepal-specific details on price and features have not yet been announced.
Positioning in Nepal’s EV market
The Nevo Q05 is a compact all-electric SUV aimed at the same segment as popular models such as the BYD Atto 3. That means it is likely to compete on space, range and features rather than being a budget EV. Exact pricing for Nepal is not available yet; based on its positioning as a premium compact EV, buyers should expect a price in the mid-to-upper EV bracket (likely above Rs 40 lakh), but this is only an indication and final price will depend on MAW Vriddhi’s official announcement.
Size and exterior design
Deepal unveiled the Nevo Q05 globally at the 2025 Auto Guangzhou Show as its first global compact electric SUV. According to the announcement, the SUV measures 4,435 mm in length, 1,855 mm in width, 1,600 mm in height, with a 2,735 mm wheelbase. These dimensions make it noticeably larger than small city EVs and closer to established compact crossovers.
The Nevo Q05 uses Changan’s latest Digital Wing 2.0 design language. Key exterior features include:
- Split LED headlamps
- Flush-fitting door handles
- Full-width LED rear light bar
- Active front air intake
- A roof-mounted LiDAR unit, hinting at advanced driver-assistance technology
The design has also gained international recognition, winning the 2026 Gold A' Design Award, according to the manufacturer.
Motor, battery and claimed driving range
Power for the Nevo Q05 comes from a front-mounted electric motor. As per the global specification, the motor produces 120 kW (around 163 hp) and 190 Nm of peak torque, with a claimed top speed of 160 km/h.
Deepal offers two battery options internationally:
- 40.3 kWh battery with a claimed CLTC range of 405 km
- 51.9 kWh battery with a claimed CLTC range of 506 km
These are test-cycle figures from China, so real-world range on Nepal’s hilly roads and cooler climate will likely be lower. Still, even with a realistic adjustment, the larger pack should remain competitive with other compact EVs currently available in Nepal.
What Nepali buyers should expect
Final equipment, safety features and charging options for the Nepal-spec Nevo Q05 have not been shared yet. However, based on the global model, buyers can expect:
- A modern interior with large screens and connected-car features
- Fast charging capability suitable for inter-city use
- A focus on design and technology, including the LiDAR unit on higher variants
For now, the key takeaway for Nepali customers is that MAW Vriddhi is preparing to launch the Deepal Nevo Q05 compact electric SUV in Nepal, with up to 120 kW power and claimed range of over 500 km (CLTC) on the larger battery, while exact Nepal price, variant list and launch timing will be confirmed closer to launch.
Current prices on Nepal AutoMart
- BYD Atto 3 EV price in Nepal: Rs 56.9 lakh – Rs 67.8 lakh ex-showroom, 2 variants
Written and analysed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor at Nepal AutoMart, from ongoing tracking of the Nepal automotive market.
