NIU NQi Sport vs River Indie Comparison in Nepal 2026

Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.

NIU NQi Sport side viewElectric
NIU

NQi Sport

Rs 3,48,000
Price in Nepal
Range
80 km
Battery
2.1 kWh
Motor
2.4 kW
Top speed
45 km/h
Price and all trims of the NIU NQi Sport
River Indie side viewElectric
River

Indie

Rs 3,70,000
Price in Nepal
Range
136 km
Battery
4 kWh
Motor
6.7 kW
Top speed
90 km/h
Price and all trims of the River Indie

The NIU NQi Sport starts at Rs 3.48 lakh and the River Indie at Rs 3.7 lakh in Nepal, so the NIU NQi Sport costs Rs 22,000 less (6%). On a single charge the NIU NQi Sport is rated for 80 km (WLTP) and the River Indie for about 136 km (WLTP est., 160 km claimed on the IDC cycle). Battery sizes are 2.1 kWh and 4 kWh. Figures on this page are for the NIU NQi Sport and the River Indie.

The NIU NQi Sport comes with a warranty of 2 years or 20,000 km.

What's different

Spec
NIU NQi SportRiver Indie
PriceRs 22,000 apartRs 3.48 lakhRs 3.7 lakh
Range (WLTP)56 km apart80 km136 km
Battery1.9 kWh apart2.1 kWh4 kWh
Motor power4.3 kW apart2.4 kW6.7 kW
Ground clearance47 mm apart130 mm177 mm
Top speed45 km/h apart45 km/h90 km/h

Full specifications

Engine and performance

4 of 4 differ
NIU NQi SportRiver Indie
Battery2.1 kWh4 kWh
Motor power2.4 kW6.7 kW
Max torqueNot listed26 Nm
Top speed45 km/h90 km/h

Range, mileage and charging

2 of 2 differ
NIU NQi SportRiver Indie
Range (WLTP)80 km136 km (WLTP est.)
Company claimed range80 km (WLTP)160 km (IDC)

Brakes, suspension and tyres

4 of 4 differ
NIU NQi SportRiver Indie
Front brakeDiscNot listed
Rear brakeDiscNot listed
Front suspensionTelescopicNot listed
Rear suspensionTwin ShocksNot listed

Size, weight and space

6 of 6 differ
NIU NQi SportRiver Indie
Length1800 mmNot listed
Width740 mmNot listed
Height1130 mmNot listed
Wheelbase1280 mmNot listed
Ground clearance130 mm177 mm
Kerb weight99 kgNot listed

Ownership

2 of 2 differ
NIU NQi SportRiver Indie
Est. EMIRs 4,400/monthRs 4,700/month
Warranty2 years or 20,000 kmNot listed

Features

12 of 12 differ
NIU NQi SportRiver Indie
ABS / StabilityCBSNot listed
LED HeadlightYesNot listed
Keyless Entry & StartYesNot listed
Riding ModesYesNot listed
Reverse AssistYesNot listed
Connected Car TechYesNot listed
Display TypeLCDNot listed
TFT DisplayYesNot listed
BluetoothYesNot listed
Companion AppYesNot listed
Regenerative BrakingYesNot listed
Swappable BatteryYesNot listed

Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. EV 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 NIU NQi Sport may suit you if you want to spend less.

The River Indie may suit you if you want more range per charge or you often use rough or broken roads.

The NIU NQi Sport may suit you if

  • You want to spend less

The River Indie may suit you if

  • You want more range per charge
  • You often use rough or broken roads
  • You want more power

Try both on your daily route and talk to each service centre before you decide.

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For every trim and the latest price, see NIU NQi Sport price in Nepal and River Indie price in Nepal. Browse by budget: All electric scooter prices in Nepal.

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NIU NQi Sport vs River Indie FAQs

NIU NQi Sport or River Indie: which suits me in Nepal?
It depends on what you need; neither suits every buyer. The NIU NQi Sport may suit you if you want to spend less. The River Indie may suit you if you want more range per charge or you often use rough or broken roads.
What is the price difference between NIU NQi Sport and River Indie?
The NIU NQi Sport starts at Rs 3.48 lakh and the River Indie at Rs 3.7 lakh in Nepal, so the NIU NQi Sport costs Rs 22,000 less (6%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which has more range, NQi Sport or Indie?
The NIU NQi Sport is rated for 80 km (WLTP) and the River Indie for about 136 km (WLTP est., 160 km claimed on the IDC cycle). Real range in Nepal depends on hills, speed, load and air-conditioning use, so expect less than the rated figure on long climbs.
What battery do the NIU NQi Sport and River Indie have?
The NIU NQi Sport has a 2.1 kWh battery and the River Indie has a 4 kWh battery.
Which is more powerful, NQi Sport or Indie?
The NIU NQi Sport makes 2.4 kW and the River Indie makes 6.7 kW.
What is the top speed of the NQi Sport and Indie?
The NIU NQi Sport has a claimed top speed of 45 km/h and the River Indie 90 km/h.
Which has more ground clearance, NQi Sport or Indie?
The NIU NQi Sport has 130 mm of ground clearance and the River Indie has 177 mm.
What warranty do the NIU NQi Sport and River Indie get in Nepal?
NIU NQi Sport: 2 years or 20,000 km. Ask the dealer for the cover on the other model.