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Hyundai Creta vs Mahindra XUV700 in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 25, 2026

At a glance

	Hyundai Creta	Mahindra XUV700
Ex-showroom price	Rs 65.96 lakh – Rs 70.56 lakh	Rs 74 lakh – Rs 1.13 crore
Fuel	petrol	petrol
Variants on sale	2	6
Distributor	Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd.	Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd. (Mahindra Nepal)

Variant-wise prices (July 25, 2026)

Hyundai Creta

S+ 2023	रु 65,96,000
SX 2023	रु 70,56,000

Mahindra XUV700

AX3 MT PET FWD 5 STR	रु 74,00,000
AX5 MT PET FWD 5 STR	रु 83,70,000
AX5 MT PET FWD 7 STR	रु 87,75,000
AX5 AT PET FWD 5 STR	रु 91,95,000
AX7L MT PET FWD 7 STR	रु 1,05,00,000
AX7L AT PET FWD 7 STR	रु 1,13,00,000

Specifications — Creta S+ 2023 vs XUV700 AX3 MT PET FWD 5 STR

Category	Hyundai Creta	Mahindra XUV700
Battery & Range	Not disclosed officially	Internal combustion petrol SUV, no EV battery range
Motor Power & Drivetrain	Not disclosed officially	2.0L mStallion turbo-petrol, 197 bhp, 380 Nm Front-wheel drive (FWD) only, no AWD option in Nepal 6-speed manual transmission (MT) in AX3 5-seater Petrol-only engine, no diesel option in Nepal
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance	Ground clearance not stated on Nepali sources checked (As of: 13/03/2026)	Wheelbase 2750 mm Ground clearance 200 mm
Dimensions	Overall dimensions not found in approved portals (As of: 13/03/2026)	Length 4695 mm Width 1890 mm Height ~1755 mm incl. roof rails 7-seater wheelbase identical to 5-seater at 2750 mm
Cargo	Not disclosed officially	Boot space 475L in 5-seater configuration Split-folding rear seats to expand cargo
Comfort & Interior	Not disclosed officially	Fabric upholstery, manually adjustable front seats Manual AC, rear AC vents 5-seater layout with spacious second row
Infotainment & Convenience	Not disclosed officially	8-inch touchscreen infotainment on AX3 Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support 7-inch digital instrument cluster Basic cruise control and steering-mounted controls
Safety	Not disclosed officially	Global NCAP 5-star crash safety rating Dual front airbags standard on AX3 ABS with EBD, ESP standard ISOFIX child seat mounts in second row
Design & Exterior	Not disclosed officially	Bold C-shaped LED DRLs and signature grille Steel wheels with covers on AX3 Available colors: Everest White, Midnight Black, Dazzling Silver, Red Rage, Electric Blue
Sales & Imports	Not disclosed officially	Officially launched in Nepal early 2023 Imported as CBU/CKD from India-spec production
Value for Money Verdict	Not disclosed officially	Entry variant offers strong engine with basic features at Rs 74 lakh High Nepal pricing vs India due to import duties
Pros	Not disclosed officially	Powerful turbo-petrol engine for the segment 5-star safety with modern platform Competitive starting price within Nepal premium SUV class
Cons	Not disclosed officially	No diesel option despite popular in India No AWD or off-road-focused variant in Nepal AX3 misses many premium comfort features of higher trims

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Hyundai Creta or Mahindra XUV700?

As of July 2026, the Hyundai Creta starts at Rs 65.96 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 8.04 lakh less than the Mahindra XUV700 at Rs 74 lakh.

What is the price of the Hyundai Creta and Mahindra XUV700 in Nepal?

The Hyundai Creta costs Rs 65.96 lakh to Rs 70.56 lakh and the Mahindra XUV700 costs Rs 74 lakh to Rs 1.13 crore (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Hyundai Creta or the Mahindra XUV700?

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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