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Honda City 5th Gen vs Hyundai Creta in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
Honda City 5th GenHyundai Creta
Ex-showroom priceRs 53.9 lakh – Rs 97.3 lakhRs 51.96 lakh – Rs 87.96 lakh
Fuelpetroldiesel
Variants on sale1741
DistributorSyakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd.Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd. (Laxmi Hyundai)
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

Honda City 5th Gen

City 5TH Gen V-MTरु 64,00,000
City 5TH Gen V-CVTरु 69,00,000
City 5TH Gen VX-MTरु 69,00,000
City 5TH Gen VX-CVTरु 74,30,000
City 5TH Gen ZX-MTरु 74,00,000
City 5TH Gen ZX-CVTरु 79,90,000
VMT PETROLरु 53,90,000
VXMT PETROLरु 59,90,000

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Hyundai Creta

E MTरु 57,96,000
S(O) MTरु 69,96,000
SX MTरु 73,96,000
S(O) CVTरु 75,96,000
SX(O) CVTरु 87,96,000
1.5 E MT - Made in Nepalरु 53,96,000
1.5 S(O) MT - Made in Nepalरु 63,96,000
1.5 SX MT - Made in Nepalरु 66,96,000

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Specifications — City 5th Gen VMT PETROL vs Creta ALL NEW FL 1.5 E MT - Made in Nepal
CategoryHonda City 5th GenHyundai Creta
Battery & Range
  • Not applicable – internal combustion petrol sedan
  • Not applicable
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC petrol, 4-cylinder, 1498cc
  • Max power 121 PS @ 6600 rpm
  • Max torque 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm
  • Front-wheel-drive layout
  • 6-speed manual transmission
  • 1.5L petrol engine, manual transmission
  • Front-wheel drive, BS6 compliant
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 2600 mm
  • Ground clearance 165 mm
  • Ground clearance not stated on Nepali sources checked (As of: 13/03/2026)
Dimensions
  • Length 4549 mm
  • Width 1748 mm
  • Height 1489 mm
  • Turning radius 5.3 m
  • Overall dimensions not found in approved portals (As of: 13/03/2026)
Cargo
  • Boot space 506 litres
  • Fuel tank capacity 40 litres
  • Boot capacity not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • Fabric upholstery, manual driver seat adjustment
  • Automatic climate control standard
  • Rear AC vents for second row
  • Height-adjustable driver seat
  • Rear armrest with cup holders
  • Dual-tone interior theme mentioned for all-new Creta
  • Air conditioning standard; detailed features not disclosed
  • Fabric seats likely; exact material not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
Infotainment & Convenience
  • 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support
  • Multi-function steering wheel with audio controls
  • Keyless entry with push-button start
  • Cruise control on higher variants; not standard on V MT
  • Touchscreen infotainment mentioned for all-new Creta range
  • Android Auto/Apple CarPlay support implied; not specified variant-wise
  • Keyless entry features not disclosed variant-wise (As of: 13/03/2026)
Safety
  • Dual front airbags standard
  • ABS with EBD standard
  • Rear parking sensors standard
  • ISO FIX child seat mounts
  • Vehicle Stability Assist on higher trims; likely absent on V MT
  • Multiple airbags available on all-new Creta range
  • ABS with EBD standard across variants
  • ADAS mentioned for higher variants; E MT coverage not clarified
Design & Exterior
  • LED DRLs with halogen headlamps on lower trims
  • Z-shaped LED tail lamps signature
  • 16-inch alloy wheels on higher trims; steel on V MT
  • Chrome front grille with thick bar
  • Shark-fin antenna on roof
  • Parametric black chrome grille on all-new Creta
  • Quad beam LED headlamps on new Creta range
  • Redesigned front and rear bumpers
Sales & Imports
  • Imported fully built units from India
  • V MT petrol positioned as entry non-hybrid variant
  • Locally assembled in Nawalparasi plant
  • Price reduced versus imported Creta ICE
Value for Money Verdict
  • Best suited for buyers wanting manual sedan with strong reliability
  • Less equipped than VX/ZX but more affordable
  • Entry-level made-in-Nepal Creta aims affordability
  • On-road MRP Rs. 55,56,000
Pros
  • Refined and efficient 1.5L i-VTEC engine
  • Spacious cabin with good rear legroom
  • Honda brand reliability and resale
  • Comfortable ride for city and highway
  • Lower price due to local assembly
  • Brand-new facelifted design and features
Cons
  • Missing advanced safety like side/curtain airbags
  • Features noticeably fewer than VX/ZX trims
  • Manual-only may limit appeal for urban traffic
  • Fewer features than higher Creta trims
  • ADAS, Bose audio likely missing on E MT

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Honda City 5th Gen or Hyundai Creta?

As of July 2026, the Hyundai Creta starts at Rs 51.96 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.94 lakh less than the Honda City 5th Gen at Rs 53.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Honda City 5th Gen and Hyundai Creta in Nepal?

The Honda City 5th Gen costs Rs 53.9 lakh to Rs 97.3 lakh and the Hyundai Creta costs Rs 51.96 lakh to Rs 87.96 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Honda City 5th Gen or the Hyundai Creta?

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

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