The Ford Figo is powered by a 1.2L petrol engine that generates a peak power of 87 bhp at 6300 rpm and a peak torque of 112 Nm at 4000 rpm. It comes mated to a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is available in three variants: Titanium (MT), Titanium (AT), and Titanium-plus (AT).
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio-X, launched in Nepal in 2018, is powered by a 3-cylinder K10B engine that generates a maximum power of 67 bhp and a maximum torque of 90 Nm. The engine is mated to a five-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission.
Specifications
Engine
3-cylinder, K10B
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
998
Transmission
5-speed AT/MT
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
35
Mileage (km/l)
21.6
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
235
Ground clearance (mm)
165
Price in Nepal
Maruti Suzuki Celerio-X
Rs 29.99 lakh
Maruti Suzuki New Swift
The third-generation Suzuki Swift is powered by a 1.2L dual-VVT petrol engine that generates a peak power of 90 kW and a peak torque of 113 Nm. It comes mated either to a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is available in three variants: the Vxi, Zxi, and Zxi+.
Specifications
Engine
3-cylinder, K10B
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
1194
Transmission
5-speed AT/MT
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
37
Mileage (km/l)
23.2
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
268
Ground clearance (mm)
163
Price in Nepal
Maruti Suzuki Swift models
Price in Nepal
Swift Vxi
Rs 31.49 lakh
Swift Zxi
Rs 34.49 lakh
Swift Zxi+
Rs 37.69 lakh
Tata Altroz
The Tata Altroz, launched in the first quarter of 2020 in Nepal, boasts the gold standard of safety—the 5-star Global NCAP rating—and is built on Tata’s ALFA architecture.
The premium hatchback comes in two powertrain versions: the 1.2L Revotron and the 1.5L I-Turbo, both of which are BS-VI compliant.
Specifications
Engine
1.2L Revotron or 1.2L I-Turbo
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
1199
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
37
Mileage (km/l)
19.05
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
345
Ground clearance (mm)
165
Price in Nepal
Tata Altroz models
Price in Nepal
XM
Rs 32.55 lakh
XM+ BS-VI
Rs 35.50 lakh
XZ
Rs 38.66 lakh
Tata Tiago
The Tata Tiago debuted in Nepal in 2016 with only three variants. Currently, the car — one of the more popular hatchback in the country — is available in 11 variants (six with BS6- and five with BS4-compliant engines).
The Datsun GO, well known for resurrecting the Datsun brand in Nepal, had a good sales record in the country in 2015. Fast forward to 2019, and Pioneer Motocorp re-launched the hatchback as the ‘all-new GO’ with improved safety and convenience features. Owing to the reputation the model had garnered earlier and the new features, the vehicle has won over plenty of new fans.
Specifications
Engine
HR12 DE
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
1198
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
35
Mileage (km/l)
19.83
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
265
Ground clearance (mm)
180
Price in Nepal
Datsun Go
Rs 28.49 lakh
Datsun Redi-Go
The Redi-Go was introduced in Nepal in mid-2016 and offered in three petrol-engine options: 0.8L (799cc), 1.0L (999cc), and Smart Drive Auto (999cc).
After discontinuing the vehicle powered with the 0.8L engine, Datsun continues to offer the two remaining Redi-Go variants: the 1.0L, mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and the Smart-Drive Auto, mated to a five-speed automatic transmission.
Specifications
Engine
1.0L or Smart Drive Auto
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
999
Transmission
5-speed MT (1.0L) or 5-speed AT(Smart Drive)
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
21.7 (1.0L) or 22 (Smart Drive)
Mileage (km/l)
21.7
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
222
Ground clearance (mm)
187
Price in Nepal
Datsun Redi-Go models
Price in Nepal
Redi-Go 1.0L
Rs 24.49 lakh
Redi-Go Smart-Drive Auto
Rs 25.99 lakh
Hyundai Santro
The all-new Hyundai Santro was re-launched in Nepal in 2019. The car is powered by a 1.1L petrol engine. It comes mated to either a five-speed manual or a Smart-Auto automatic transmission.
The all-new Santro is available in five variants: the Era, Magna, Magna AMT, Sportz, and Asta.
Specifications
Engine
1.1L, 4-cylinder
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
1086
Transmission
5-speed MT or Smart-Auto AMT
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
35
Mileage (km/l)
20
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
236
Ground clearance (mm)
165
Price in Nepal
Hyundai Santro Models
Price in Nepal
Era
Rs 25.56 lakh
Magna
Rs 27.56 lakh
Magna AMT
Rs 30.56 lakh
Sportz
Rs 29.96 lakh
Asta
Rs 32.96 lakh
Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS
The Grand i10 was first launched in Nepal in 2013. Powering the vehicle is a 1.2L Kappa engine that is mated to either a five-speed manual transmission or a Smart-Auto automatic transmission.
The new version — the Grand i10 NIOS — was launched in the second quarter of 2020, with the integration of smart technology and advanced safety features. The car is available in three variants: the Magna, Magna AMT, and Sportz.
Specifications
Engine
1.2L Kappa Dual-VTVT
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
1197
Transmission
5-speed manual or Smart-Auto AMT
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
37
Mileage (km/l)
17.49 (AT)/19.83 (MT)
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
260
Ground clearance (mm)
168
Price in Nepal
GrAND i10 NIOS models
Price in Nepal
Magna
Rs 31.96 lakh
Magna AMT
Rs 34.56 lakh
Sportz
Rs 34.56 lakh
Hyundai i20
The all-new Hyundai i20 was launched in August 2021. The third-generation hatchback is expected to outshine its predecessors’ popularity in Nepal.
Powering the vehicle is a 1.2L Kappa petrol engine that is mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The car is available in two variants: the Magna and Sportz.
Specifications
Engine
1.2L Kappa
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
1197
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
37
Mileage (km/l)
20.35
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
311
Ground clearance (mm)
170
Price in Nepal
Hyundai i20 models
Price in Nepal
Magna
Rs 36.96 lakh
Sportz
Rs 41.96 lakh
Renault Kwid
The Renault Kwid was introduced in Nepal in 2016 after the launch of the 0.8L Kwid. The 0.8L Kwid had fared well here, and that’s perhaps why Renault launched the newer version of the Kwid, powered by a 1.0L Smart-control efficiency (SCe) engine, in 2017.
The Renault Kwid, hailed as ‘India’s most fuel-efficient petrol car’, is currently available in three variants: the Kwid Climber, New Kwid 1.0L, and Kwid AMT.
Specifications
Engine
1.0 litre SCe engine
Fuel type
Petrol
Displacement (cc)
999
Transmission
5+1(reverse) or 5+1(reverse)+AMT
Drive system
2 WD
Fuel tank capacity (L)
28
Mileage (km/l)
22 (AMT); 23(MT)
Seating capacity
5
Boot space (L)
300
Ground clearance (mm)
180
Price in Nepal
Renault Kwid models
Price in Nepal
Kwid Climber
Rs 26.49 lakh
Kwid 1.0L
Rs 25.49 lakh
Kwid AMT
Rs 26.99 lakh
Volkswagen Polo
The Volkswagen Polo is a coveted hatchback in Nepal that boasts a strong architecture, high-quality parts, and robust safety systems. The VW Polo is available in seven variants—all of them powered by a 1.0L MPI petrol engine that is mated to either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission.
TVS Motor Company has launched its new scooter–the Ntorq XT–in India. The newly launched scooter is the company’s most expensive model in its Ntorq-125 series. The XT is based on Ntorq’s disc brake variant, but comes loaded with new features and technology. The scooter has been launched in India at a starting price of INR 1.03 lakh.
Affordable cruiser bikes in Nepal; priced below Rs 5 lakh
Cruiser bikes are a popular choice for casual riding among Nepalis. They are typically built with comfort in mind and work great for low-speed, long-distance touring.
Their trend here started with bike models like the Yamaha Enticer, Anna Lifan GN AL, and Dayang DY 125, in the 2000s. These days, cruiser bikes are mostly seen as powerful, although rather costly, machines. But some do fall in the affordable category. Here are some affordable cruiser bike models that are priced below Rs 5 lakh.
Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and Taigun nominated for the 2022 World Car Awards
The Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and Volkswagen Taigun have all made it to the 2022 World Car Finals in their respective categories. The Ioniq 5 has been nominated in three different categories, the EV6 in two, and the Taigun in one.
