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Force Gurkha 5-Door vs Kia Carnival in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 07 Sept 2026Comparing Gurkha 5-Door 4x4 vs 2.2L EX I variants
The short answer

Kia Carnival costs रु 4,10,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Force Gurkha 5-Door if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Expensive but unique hardcore off-roader; suits enthusiasts who prioritize capability over comfort and features. Good value only if you specifically want a rugged 7-seat 4x4 and can live with basic amenities.

Pros
True 4x4 off-road capability with high ground clearance.
Unique 5-door, 7-seat layout among hardcore off-roaders.
Simple mechanicals likely to be durable and easy to repair.
Distinctive, classic SUV styling that stands out.
Cons
Very expensive for a basic-features SUV at this price.
Safety kit limited compared to modern rivals; no advanced aids.
Interior quality and refinement behind mainstream competitors.
Force brand has relatively small dealer and service footprint.
As of 29 Jul 2026
Choose the Kia Carnival if
Kia Carnival costs रु 4,10,000 less ex-showroom.

Price is high but reasonable for a large premium MPV offering more space and comfort than typical SUVs. Best suited to large families, hotel/airport shuttle operators and buyers prioritising space over off-road ability.

Pros
Very spacious three-row cabin suitable for big families and commercial shuttle use.
Diesel engine likely offers strong torque and better highway efficiency than petrol MPVs.
Premium image and comfort versus more basic people-carriers at similar prices.
Backed by established Kia distributor with multi-model presence in Nepal.
Cons
High purchase price compared to compact and midsize SUVs.
Detailed safety, feature and dimension specs not clearly published for Nepal buyers.
Diesel-only powertrain may face future regulatory or fuel-cost concerns.
Large size can be challenging on narrow city streets and tight parking.
As of 16 Aug 2026
13 rows compared
Force Gurkha 5-Door price in Nepal
Force
रु 86,00,000
Kia Carnival price in Nepal
Kia
रु 81,90,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 86,00,000
रु 81,90,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 86,00,000
रु 81,90,000
Variants on sale
1
1
Fuel
diesel
diesel
Distributor
Aayam Force Nepal
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cash
No specific cash discount publicly advertised for Gurkha 5-Door 4x4
No offer on this variant
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Transmission
manual
automatic
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
4,925 mm
Not disclosed
Width
1,790 mm
Not disclosed
Height
2,095 mm
Not disclosed
Wheelbase
2,825 mm
Not disclosed
Ground clearance
233 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
10
37Better
Service centres
17
29Better
1 category hiddenBattery & Range does not apply to these two diesel models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·3-row seating, basic fabric upholstery
·Manual air conditioning
As of 29 Jul 2026
·Marketed as premium family MPV with spacious cabin
As of 16 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth
·Power windows and central locking
As of 29 Jul 2026
·Not disclosed officially for Nepal (As of: 16/08/2026)
As of 16 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Dual front airbags
·ABS with EBD
·Rear parking sensors
As of 29 Jul 2026
·Global 2021 Carnival scored 5-star ANCAP rating
As of 16 Aug 2026
Design & Exterior
·Boxy off-road SUV with round headlamps
·Off-road bumpers and snorkel-style air intake
·Available in Red, Green, White, Black
As of 29 Jul 2026
·Premium MPV styling, positioned above Carens
As of 16 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Single 5-Door 4x4 variant officially sold in Nepal
·Ex-showroom price Rs 86,00,000 in Nepal
As of 29 Jul 2026
·Imported as CBU/CKD diesel MPV; single EX I variant listed
As of 16 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Force Gurkha 5-Door
Kia Carnival

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 5-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 86,00,000
रु 81,90,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 50,500
≈ रु 37,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 10,745
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 86,61,245
≈ रु 82,38,245
EMI / month
≈ रु 1,03,396 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 98,466 · 5 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

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Force Gurkha 5-Door vs Kia Carnival — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Force Gurkha 5-Door or Kia Carnival?

As of September 2026, the Kia Carnival starts at Rs 81.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 4.1 lakh less than the Force Gurkha 5-Door at Rs 86 lakh.

What is the price of the Force Gurkha 5-Door and Kia Carnival in Nepal?

The Force Gurkha 5-Door costs Rs 86 lakh and the Kia Carnival costs Rs 81.9 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Force Gurkha 5-Door or the Kia Carnival?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you. There is no single winner — the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

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