Hyundai Kona GL vs KIA Niro Comparison in Nepal 2026
Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.
ElectricKona GL
- Range
- 305 km
- Battery
- 39.2 kWh
- Motor
- 100 kW
- Ground clearance
- 160 mm
ElectricNiro
- Range
- 460 km
- Battery
- 64 kWh
- Motor
- 150 kW
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
The Hyundai Kona starts at Rs 59.96 lakh and the KIA Niro at Rs 69.9 lakh in Nepal, so the Hyundai Kona costs Rs 9.94 lakh less (17%). On a single charge the Hyundai Kona is rated for 305 km (WLTP) and the KIA Niro for 460 km (WLTP). Battery sizes are 39.2 kWh and 64 kWh. Figures on this page are for the Hyundai Kona GL and the KIA Niro.
For fast charging, the Hyundai Kona takes up to 50 kW DC and the KIA Niro up to 100 kW. Boot space is 332 litres in the Hyundai Kona and 363 litres in the KIA Niro. Warranty cover: Hyundai Kona, 3 years / Unlimited km, Battery: 8 years / 160,000 km; KIA Niro, 7 years / 160,000 km, Battery: 7 years / 160,000 km.
What's different
Listed only on the KIA Niro: Connected Car Tech.
Full specifications
Engine and performance
5 of 5 differ
Range, mileage and charging
5 of 5 differ
Brakes, suspension and tyres
All the same
Size, weight and space
7 of 8 differ
Ownership
3 of 3 differ
Features
11 of 33 differ
Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. Electric car range is shown as WLTP or a WLTP-equivalent estimate, with the company claim and its test cycle beside it. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.
Which suits you?
The Hyundai Kona may suit you if you want to spend less or you often use rough or broken roads.
The KIA Niro may suit you if you want more range per charge or you want shorter fast-charging stops.
The Hyundai Kona may suit you if
- You want to spend less
- You often use rough or broken roads
The KIA Niro may suit you if
- You want more range per charge
- You want shorter fast-charging stops
- You want more power
- You want more airbags
Try both on your daily route and talk to each service centre before you decide.
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Prices and more comparisons
For every trim and the latest price, see Hyundai Kona price in Nepal and KIA Niro price in Nepal. Browse by budget: Electric cars under Rs 1 crore in Nepal.