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Kia Carnival vs Mahindra Scorpio N in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, Kathmandu4 of 5 trim prices distributor-verified 09 Sept 2026Comparing 2.2L EX I vs Z4 2WD MT 7STR variants
The short answer

Kia Carnival costs रु 60,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Kia Carnival if
Kia Carnival costs रु 60,000 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
Choose the Mahindra Scorpio N if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Z4 2WD MT offers a relatively affordable entry into the Scorpio N range, balancing rugged ladder-frame capability with acceptable comfort and tech. Best suited to buyers wanting a tough 7-seat diesel SUV for mixed urban-highway use, without needing 4WD or top-tier features.

Pros
Lower-tune diesel still provides strong torque for Nepal’s hills.
ESP and ABS standard even on base Nepal variant.
Seven-seat practicality with reputable Mahindra after-sales network.
More modern, comfortable and refined than older Scorpio Classic.
Cons
No 4WD, limiting capability for serious off-road or remote routes.
Fewer safety features and airbags than higher Scorpio N trims.
Infotainment and convenience equipment feel basic for the price.
Ground clearance and boot figures not clearly communicated to buyers.
As of 06 Sept 2026
15 rows compared
Kia Carnival price in Nepal
Kia
रु 81,90,000Lowest price
Mahindra Scorpio N price in Nepal
Mahindra
रु 82,50,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 81,90,000Cheapest
रु 82,50,000
Range, all variants
रु 81,90,000
रु 82,50,000 – रु 1,36,00,000
Variants on sale
1
4
Fuel
diesel
diesel
Distributor
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)
Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd.
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
Introductory launch pricing was applicable up to 30 September in earlier Mahindra Nepal release; current ex-showroom now around Rs 82.50 lakh.
3 offers on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
Not disclosed
1,997 cc
Max power
Not disclosed
120 bhp (121.7 PS)
Max torque
Not disclosed
280 Nm
Transmission
automatic
Manual
Drivetrain
Not disclosed
2WD
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
Not disclosed
4,456 mm
Width
Not disclosed
1,820 mm
Height
Not disclosed
1,995 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
38
107Better
Service centres
29
150Better
1 category hiddenBattery & Range does not apply to these two diesel models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Marketed as premium family MPV with spacious cabin
As of 16 Aug 2026
·Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC)
·Faux leather seats with dark blue fabric inserts
·Faux leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob
·Enhanced storage spaces: bigger cubbyholes in floor console, extra storage in centre console
·Sunglass holder
As of 17 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Not disclosed officially for Nepal (As of: 16/08/2026)
As of 16 Aug 2026
·15 cms (6") touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth, AUX, USB connectivity
·GPS navigation
·Dynamic reverse parking camera with dynamic assist
·Auto window roll-up
·Intelligent 1-touch lane change
·Steering-mounted audio and cruise controls
·Tyre-tronics
·Intellipark
·Rain & light sensors
As of 17 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Global 2021 Carnival scored 5-star ANCAP rating
As of 16 Aug 2026
·Dual front airbags
·Speed alert
·Auto door lock while driving
·Engine immobiliser
·Panic brake indicator
·ABS
As of 17 Aug 2026
Design & Exterior
·Premium MPV styling, positioned above Carens
As of 16 Aug 2026
·New imposing front grille with chrome inserts
·New impressive tailgate with chrome applique and aeroblade wiper
·New stylish fog lamps with premium chrome bezel
·New ORVMs with integrated side turn indicators
·New muscular alloy wheels, 43 cms (17")
·Projector headlamps with LED eyebrows and clear lens indicator
·New sleek red lens LED tail lamps
·Available colours: Pearl White, Napoli Black, Molten Red, Dsat Silver
As of 17 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Imported as CBU/CKD diesel MPV; single EX I variant listed
As of 16 Aug 2026
·Officially distributed by Agni Group in Nepal
·Positioned above Scorpio Classic (Rs 66 lakh) and Bolero Neo
·Ex-showroom price for diesel Scorpio N benchmarked at ~Rs 82.50 lakh
·Imported fully built from India
As of 06 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Kia Carnival
Mahindra Scorpio N

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 81,90,000
रु 82,50,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 37,500
≈ रु 27,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 10,745
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 82,38,245
≈ रु 82,88,245
EMI / month
≈ रु 98,466 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 99,188 · 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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Our verdict

Their ex-showroom prices are close enough to ignore, so specification decides it: the Mahindra Scorpio N leads on dealer and service reach.

Choose the Mahindra Scorpio N if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want a dealer close enough to visit and negotiate at

Measured: 121 more service centres in Nepal (150 vs 29); 69 more showrooms in Nepal (107 vs 38).

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
4 of 5

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 09 September 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Kia: 38 showrooms, 29 service centres · Mahindra: 107 showrooms, 150 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Kia Carnival vs Mahindra Scorpio N — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Carnival or Mahindra Scorpio N?

As of September 2026, the Kia Carnival starts at Rs 81.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.6 lakh less than the Mahindra Scorpio N at Rs 82.5 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Carnival and Mahindra Scorpio N in Nepal?

The Kia Carnival costs Rs 81.9 lakh and the Mahindra Scorpio N costs Rs 82.5 lakh to Rs 1.36 crore (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Carnival or the Mahindra Scorpio N?

Their ex-showroom prices are close enough to ignore, so specification decides it: the Mahindra Scorpio N leads on dealer and service reach. Take the Mahindra Scorpio N if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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