All comparisons
Kia Sonet vs Tata Motors Curvv EV
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 4,190,000 vs NPR 5,699,000
The verdict
The Tata Motors Curvv EV takes 3 of the 7 measures to the Kia Sonet's 2, with 2 measures tied.
- The Kia Sonet undercuts the Tata Motors Curvv EV by Rs 15.1 lakh — about 26% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Kia Sonet carries 15 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- The Tata Motors Curvv EV is electric and the Kia Sonet is not, so the real gap is running cost versus charging convenience — see the EV savings calculator.
- Crash safety is not a tie: the Tata Motors Curvv EV is rated 5 stars against 3 for the Kia Sonet.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Kia Sonet | Tata Motors Curvv EV |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 4,190,000 | NPR 5,699,000 |
| Power | 83 hp | ★123 kW (167 hp) |
| Battery | — | 55 kWh |
| RangeManufacturer claim; real-world figures in the hills run lower. | — | 425 km (MIDC) |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 115 Nm | ★215 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | ★205 mm | 190 mm |
| Safety rating | 3 Star (Global NCAP) | ★5 Star (Bharat NCAP) |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Kia Sonet or the Tata Motors Curvv EV?
The Kia Sonet is cheaper at NPR 4,190,000 against NPR 5,699,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Kia Sonet vs Tata Motors Curvv EV — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Tata Motors Curvv EV takes 3 of the 7 measures to the Kia Sonet's 2, with 2 measures tied. The Kia Sonet undercuts the Tata Motors Curvv EV by Rs 15.1 lakh — about 26% of the more expensive car's price.