All comparisons
BYD Dolphin vs Tata Motors Nexon EV
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 4,115,000 vs NPR 3,899,000
The verdict
The Tata Motors Nexon EV takes 4 of the 7 measures to the BYD Dolphin's 2, with 1 measure tied.
- The Tata Motors Nexon EV undercuts the BYD Dolphin by Rs 2.2 lakh — about 5% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Tata Motors Nexon EV carries 60 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- On the manufacturers' own claims the BYD Dolphin goes 28 km further per charge. Expect both to fall short of those figures on hill routes.
Spec by spec
| Measure | BYD Dolphin | Tata Motors Nexon EV |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | NPR 4,115,000 | ★NPR 3,899,000 |
| Power | 70 kW (95 hp) | ★95 kW (127 hp) |
| Battery | ★44.9 kWh (Blade LFP) | 30.2 kWh |
| RangeManufacturer claim; real-world figures in the hills run lower. | ★340 km (claimed) | 312 km (claimed) |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 180 Nm | ★215 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 130 mm | ★190 mm |
| Safety rating | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) | 5 Star (Global NCAP) |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the BYD Dolphin or the Tata Motors Nexon EV?
The Tata Motors Nexon EV is cheaper at NPR 3,899,000 against NPR 4,115,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
BYD Dolphin vs Tata Motors Nexon EV — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Tata Motors Nexon EV takes 4 of the 7 measures to the BYD Dolphin's 2, with 1 measure tied. The Tata Motors Nexon EV undercuts the BYD Dolphin by Rs 2.2 lakh — about 5% of the more expensive car's price.