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Kia Carnival vs Mahindra XUV700 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 05 Sept 2026Comparing 2.2L EX I vs AX3 MT PET FWD 5 STR variants
The short answer

Mahindra XUV700 costs रु 7,90,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Kia Carnival if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

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 XUV700 if
Mahindra XUV700 costs रु 7,90,000 less ex-showroom.

Entry variant offers strong engine with basic features at Rs 74 lakh High Nepal pricing vs India due to import duties

Pros
Powerful turbo-petrol engine for the segment
5-star safety with modern platform
Competitive starting price within Nepal premium SUV class
Cons
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
As of 17 Jul 2026
10 rows compared
Kia Carnival price in Nepal
Kia
रु 81,90,000
Mahindra XUV700 price in Nepal
Mahindra
रु 74,00,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 81,90,000
रु 74,00,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 81,90,000
रु 74,00,000 – रु 1,13,00,000
Variants on sale
1
8
Fuel
diesel
petrol
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
cashExpired
Introductory launch price for first month after launch (February 2023)
Ended 01 Mar 2023
5 offers on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
Not disclosed
200 PS
Max torque
Not disclosed
380 Nm
Transmission
automatic
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
37
97Better
Service centres
29
102Better
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
·Push Button Start
·Steering Mounted Controls
·Sky Roof
As of 27 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Not disclosed officially for Nepal (As of: 16/08/2026)
As of 16 Aug 2026
·10.25 inch Touch Screen Infotainment
·26.03 cm infotainment and a digital cluster
As of 27 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Global 2021 Carnival scored 5-star ANCAP rating
As of 16 Aug 2026
·ADAS - Adaptive Cruise Control
·7 Airbags
·Auto Emergency Braking
As of 27 Aug 2026
Design & Exterior
·Premium MPV styling, positioned above Carens
As of 16 Aug 2026
·Projector Headlamps
·R18 Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels
·Arrow-head LED Taillamps
·Smart Door Handles (flush-fitted)
·Clear-view LED Headlamps
·Satin-Chrome Grille
As of 27 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Imported as CBU/CKD diesel MPV; single EX I variant listed
As of 16 Aug 2026
·Officially launched in Nepal early 2023
·Imported as CBU/CKD from India-spec production
As of 17 Jul 2026

Every variant, priced

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

Kia Carnival
Mahindra XUV700

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 74,00,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 37,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 82,38,245
≈ रु 74,33,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 98,466 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 88,968 · 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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Kia Carnival vs Mahindra XUV700 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Carnival or Mahindra XUV700?

As of September 2026, the Mahindra XUV700 starts at Rs 74 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 7.9 lakh less than the Kia Carnival at Rs 81.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Carnival and Mahindra XUV700 in Nepal?

The Kia Carnival costs Rs 81.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV700 costs Rs 74 lakh to Rs 1.13 crore (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Carnival 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. There is no single winner — the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

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