With the very start of the upcoming New Year 2078, various new car models from distinct brands are waiting on the line-up to be unveiled. Although in this year 2077, we could discern only a few launches in the auto-sector due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the new year 2078 is hoped not to be the same.

Cars from various brands such as Hyundai, Nissan, Suzuki, and more are all set to launch new models in the Nepali market. This year models such as Nissan Magnite, Tata Altroz, MG HS, DFSK Glory 530, etc. made their debut in the Nepali market.

In the year 2078, various brands such as Mahindra, Renault, Maruti Suzuki, Volkswagen, Tata, Skoda, and more are all set to unveil different new models. And these models have a high probability to be unleashed within the first half of 2078.

Well, let’s have a quick overview of the Top 8 cars launching in Nepal in 2078.

Renault Kiger

The Kiger is a popular sub-4M SUV from the Renault family. This one is also expected to be the cheapest sub-4M SUV after its launch in the Nepali market. Advanced Automobiles Pvt. Ltd. the sole distributor for Renault cars in Nepal has planned to start the pre-booking for the Kiger SUV by the end of Baishakh (mid-May).

Renault Kiger Specs

Engine Type	1.0 L turbocharged petrol engine
Displacement (cc)	999
Max Power	98.63bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque	152Nm@2200-4400
No. of cylinder	3
TransmissionType	Automatic
Gear Box	5 Speed
Length (mm)	3991
Width (mm)	1750
Height (mm)	1600
Boot Space (Litres)	405
Ground Clearance (Laden)	205mm
Wheel Base (mm)	2500
Kerb Weight (Kg)	1012
No of Airbags	4

Renault Kiger Price in India: (INR 5.45 - 9.72 lakhs)

Expected Price in Nepal: 30 lakhs (starting)

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New-Gen Mahindra Thar

India’s popular sub-4M off-road SUV’s new iteration, the 2020 Mahindra Thar is also making its debut in the Nepali market soon. Adopting a powerful engine complemented by top-notch looks and performance, the new-gen Mahindra Thar is one of the best-selling off-road SUVs in India. Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd. the official distributor for Mahindra vehicles in Nepal has planned to import the new-generation Mahindra Thar within the next 3-4 months.

Mahindra Thar Specs

Engine Type	mHawk 130 Engine
Displacement (cc)	2184
Max Power	130bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque	300nm@1600-2800rpm
No. of cylinder	4
TransmissionType	Automatic
Gear Box	6 Speed
Length (mm)	3985
Width (mm)	1855
Height (mm)	1844
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	226
Wheel Base (mm)	2450
No of Airbags	2

New-Gen Mahindra Thar Price in India: INR (10-14 lakhs)

Expected Price in Nepal: 45 lakhs (starting)

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Skoda Kushaq

Skoda’s popular compact SUV, based on the ‘Vision In’ concept, will arrive in Nepal within the next few months. This popular subcompact crossover will be competing against the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta.

Skoda Kushaq Specs

Engine Type	1.0 TSI Petrol Engine
Displacement (cc)	999
Max Power	113.43bhp
Max Torque	175Nm
No. of cylinder	3
Transmission Type	Manual
Gear Box	6 Speed
Length (mm)	4225
Width (mm)	1760
Height (mm)	1612
Boot Space (Litres)	381lts
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	188
Wheel Base (mm)	2651
No of Airbags	6

Skoda Kushaq Price in India: INR 9 lakhs

Expected Price in Nepal: 35 lakhs

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Volkswagen Taigun

We will also discern a new SUV from the Volkswagen family this year 2078. The Volkswagen Taigun is based on the brand’s new MQB platform which is also used on the Kushaq SUV. The Taigun SUV is expected to make its debut in Nepal within the next 4-5 months.

Volkswagen Taigun Specs

Engine Type	TSI Petrol Engine
Displacement (cc)	1498
Max Power	115bhp
Max Torque	200Nm
Gear Box	7 Speed DSG
Transmission	Automatic
Boot Space	340 Liters
Length (mm)	4200
Width (mm)	1760
Height (mm)	1570
Wheel Base (mm)	2651
Ground Clearance (mm)	205mm
No. of Airbags	6

Volkswagen Taigun Price in India: INR 10 lakhs

Expected Price in Nepal: 35 lakhs (starting)

Tata Safari

The Tata’s All-New Safari, in its new avatar, is a potent combination of power and elegant sophistication. This one is built on Tata Motor’s 2.0 design under renowned platform D8 by Land Rover.

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The 7-seater popular SUV by TATA was unveiled in the Indian market a few months ago while this one is making its debut in Nepal too. As per reports, Tata’s popular EV, the Nexon EV is also arriving in Nepal soon.

Tata Safari Specs

Engine Type	Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged
Max Power	167.62bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque	350nm@1750-2500rpm
No. of cylinder	4
TransmissionType	Automatic
Gear Box	6 Speed
Length (mm)	4661
Width (mm)	1894
Height (mm)	1786
Boot Space (Litres)	73
Wheel Base (mm)	2741
Ground Clearance	205mm
Kerb Weight (Kg)	1825
No of Airbags	6

Tata Safari Price in India: INR (14.64-21.4 lakhs)

Expected Price in Nepal: 60 lakhs (starting)

Between the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, three new models from Chinese carmakers Havel and Greatwall are also being imported into the Nepali market. Havel automotive owned by the Chinese automaker Great Wall Motors and the parent company itself is importing two new SUVs and a pickup truck amid this lockdown.

VG Implex Pvt. Ltd. under Vishal Group will be importing these vehicles in the Nepali market.

The three-car models to be imported in Nepal are Havel Jolion, Havel H6 SUV, GWM’s Poer Pickup. All these models are the top-selling ones in the Chinese market.