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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
Hyundai Santa FeToyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric
Ex-showroom priceRs 1.9 croreRs 2.07 crore
Fuelpetrolhybrid
Variants on sale11
DistributorLaxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd. (Laxmi Hyundai)United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

Hyundai Santa Fe

GLS 4WD ATरु 1,89,96,000

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric

RAV4 Core Hybrid Electricरु 2,07,00,000
Specifications — Santa Fe GLS 4WD AT vs RAV4 Hybrid Electric RAV4 Core Hybrid Electric
CategoryHyundai Santa FeToyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric
Battery & Range
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Petrol-electric hybrid; pure EV range not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Hybrid fuel efficiency / total range not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 2.5L petrol engine, displacement 2497cc
  • GLS 4WD AT indicates four-wheel drive automatic transmission
  • Toyota signature petrol-electric hybrid powertrain
  • System output, motor power, torque not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Drivetrain layout (FWD/AWD) not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Wheelbase not disclosed officially for Nepal spec (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Ground clearance not disclosed officially for Nepal spec (As of: 13/07/2026)
Dimensions
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Overall length, width, height not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Kerb weight and turning radius not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Cargo
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Boot capacity not disclosed officially for Nepal spec (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Rear seat folding configuration not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • Marketed as offering brilliant daily comfort and presence
  • Promoted as offering comfort on every journey (Toyota Nepal Facebook comfort post)
  • Detailed seat material and adjustment features not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Climate control type and rear AC vents not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Described as ensuring brilliant moments every day, implying modern convenience features
  • Infotainment screen size and OS not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Apple CarPlay / Android Auto support not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Keyless entry / remote functions not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Safety
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Toyota Safety Sense or ADAS availability not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Airbag count not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • ABS, stability control, traction systems not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Design & Exterior
  • Described as having a perfectly balanced stance for strong road presence
  • Marketed as beautiful, reliable and efficient SUV (Toyota Nepal Facebook launch post)
  • Exterior lighting details (LED, DRL) not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Wheel size and design not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Sales & Imports
  • Listed as SANTA FE GLS 4WD AT in official Nepal price list w.e.f. 12 March 2026
  • MRP on-road price NPR 18,996,000 as per official price list
  • Listed on Toyota Nepal site as RAV4 Core Hybrid Electric
  • On-road starting price NPR 18,100,000 on Toyota Nepal site
  • Number of units imported / sold not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Value for Money Verdict
  • Positioned as a premium flagship Hyundai SUV in Nepal
  • Positioned as premium hybrid SUV above Yaris Cross Hybrid
  • Toyota’s reliability and hybrid tech seen as core value
  • Independent Nepal portal value assessments not found for Core Hybrid (As of: 13/07/2026)
Pros
  • Official 4WD AT flagship SUV from Hyundai Nepal
  • Strong road presence with balanced stance design
  • Hybrid powertrain focused on efficiency and power delivery
  • Backed by Toyota Nepal’s established distributor network
  • Globally proven RAV4 platform enhances perceived durability
Cons
  • Key detailed specs not openly listed on Nepal site
  • Single officially listed variant limits customer choice
  • Key technical specs and range data not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • High on-road price around NPR 1.81 crore
  • Variant-wise feature list absent on official portals checked (As of: 13/07/2026)

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Hyundai Santa Fe or Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric?

As of July 2026, the Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.9 crore ex-showroom — Rs 17.04 lakh less than the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric at Rs 2.07 crore.

What is the price of the Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric in Nepal?

The Hyundai Santa Fe costs Rs 1.9 crore and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric costs Rs 2.07 crore (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Hyundai Santa Fe or the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric?

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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