We are all aware of the conditions of roads and types of geographical terrains in Nepal. A luxury car is a valuable asset to earn, and then it wouldn't be a practical automobile for day-to-day life.

The factors that play a role in challenging roads are the ground clearance, turning radius, type of tires, pick-up capability, and engine performance. Besides, the roads in most of the country aren't good either. Hence, the one with excellent off-road capabilities is the car of choice and practical in Nepal.

Are you thinking of buying a car in Nepal, then this article is a must for you to get insight into the cars available in the market suitable for Nepali roads?

The Ten Best Cars for Nepali Road

1. Mahindra Scorpio S2

The Mahindra Scorpio is one of the most used SUVs on all the roads across the country. This vehicle is powered by a 2.5-litre m2DiCr engine with a mileage of 15.4 Kmpl.

Its diesel engine can give a maximum power of 75 bhp at 3200 RPM with a maximum torque of 200Nm at 1400-2200 rpm. The engine generates a displacement of 2523 cc and a manual transmission.

This SUV has seven seating capacity and a boot space of 460 litres. The ground clearance of 180mm, Double Wishbone front suspension, multi-Link rear suspension, and turning radius of 5.4 meters make it one of the best cars for Nepali road.

2. Volkswagen Polo

Volkswagen Polo is a five-seater Hatchback car with an option of a diesel engine and two petrol engines. The diesel engine has a displacement of 1498cc and the petrol engine of 999cc and 1197 cc. This petrol engine can generate the maximum power of 75.10 BHP@6200 RPM with maximum torque of 95Nm@2950 to 3800 RPM.

The ground clearance of 165mm, power steering, wheelbase of 2469 mm, and turning radius of 4.9 meters make this car suitable for roads in Nepal. Likewise, it has a disc-type of front brake and a drum-type of the rear brake.

3. Hyundai Creta

The Hyundai Creta is a five-seater SUV with the option of a diesel engine of 1493cc and two petrol engines of 1497cc and 1353cc. This 4-cylinder car has a four-cylinder VTVT engine, with a displacement of 1493 cc. It has a maximum power of 113.45 bhp@4000 rpm, with a maximum torque of 250nm@1500-2750 rpm.

Additionally, this vehicle has a ground clearance of 190mm, power steering, and alloy wheels with a wheelbase of 2610mm. It also has McPherson strut with coil spring in the front suspension and coupled torsion beam axle. These features make this car one of the best vehicles for the roads of Nepal.

4. Datsun Redi-GO

The Datsun Redi-GO is a five-seater Hatchback car with attractive design-build, advanced safety features, a comfortable yet modest interior, and bolder performance.

It has a 1.0L I-SAT engine with an automated/ manual transmission and two petrol engine options. One engine gives the displacement of 799cc and another of 999cc with a maximum power of 67.05 bhp@5550 rpm with maximum torque of 91 Nm @4250 rpm.

Datsun Redi-GO has outstanding off-road features with luxury, making it one of the best for Nepali roads. It has a ground clearance of 187mm, a wheelbase of 2348mm, and a turning radius of 4.7mm.

5. Renault Kwid AMT

Renault Kwid AMT is a fuel-economic family car with a 1.0 RXL AMT engine providing a displacement of 999cc. It generates a power of 67 bhp at 5500 RPM, with a torque of 91 Nm @ 4250 rpm.

The ground clearance of 184mm, turning radius of 4.9 meters, Macpherson strut with a lower transverse link, and great suspension of twist beam suspension with coil spring are the features that make it suitable for Nepali roads.

6. Tata Tigor

The Tata Tigor is a five-seater compact sedan with powerful petrol and CNG engine options. It has a Revotron 1.2-litre engine with a three-cylinder BS6 engine which generates the displacement of 1199cc. This engine gives a maximum power of 86 PS at 6000 RPM with maximum torque of 113 Nm @3300 RPM.

Additionally, it has a manual and AMT 5-Speed transmission, a wheelbase of 2450mm, a ground clearance of 170mm, a disc front brake, and a drum-type of rear brakes. These parameters make this car one of the best for roads in Nepal.

7. Mahindra Thar

The robust engine, latest technological features, and exceptional driving experience are the major parameters that make Mahindra Thar a most loved SUV in Nepal. It is a four-wheel-drive SUV with R18 A/T tires, MLD (mechanical locking rear differential), and alloy tires

This vehicle has a petrol and diesel engine option with automatic and manual transmission options. Other features like ground clearance of 219 to 226 mm, wheelbase of 2430 m, and turning radius of 5.75 meters make it best suited for Nepali roads.

8. Ford Aspire

The Ford Aspire is a combination of a powerful BS-VI engine with a stylish design that is powered by two types of engines. One is a 1.2-litre petrol engine with a maximum power of 86.8 bhp at 6300 RPM, and the other is a 1.5-liter diesel engine with a maximum power of 98.96 bhp at 3750 RPM.

The other specs like a ground clearance of 174 mm, wheelbase of 2491 mm, turning radius of 4.9 meters, ventilated disc brake, and other similar features make it the best fit for Nepali roads.

9. New Mahindra TUV 300

The new Mahindra TUV is a compact SUV with a muscular design that looks bolder from the grille to the boot. It is one powerful, classic, and stylish SUV with exceptional interior features, commendable engine performance, and safety assurance.

It has a powerful mHawk100-1.5-liter diesel engine with a 5-Speed manual fear-box and BS4 emission. The engine generates maximum power of 100 BHP at 3750 rpm/min. It also has a turning radius of 5.35 cm, a wheelbase of 2680 mm, and a ground clearance of 184 cm, making it one of the best car for Nepali roads.

10. Hyundai Venue

The Hyundai Venue is a studded SUV with a 1.0 and 1.2 Turbo petrol engine which gives a maximum power of 120 PS at 6000 rpm, and an Intelligent Manual Transmission. It is available with a four-cylinder, wheelbase of 2500 mm, turning radius of 5.1 meters.

With spectacular off-road skills, Hyundai Venue is one of Nepal's best vehicles for roads.