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Kia Seltos Diesel vs Kia Sportage in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 18, 2026

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At a glance

	Kia Seltos Diesel	Kia Sportage
Ex-showroom price	Rs 68.9 lakh – Rs 82.9 lakh	Rs 65.9 lakh – Rs 1.26 crore
Fuel	diesel	petrol
Variants on sale	4	4
Distributor	Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)	Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)

Variant-wise prices (July 18, 2026)

Kia Seltos Diesel

HTX+ 1.5 Diesel	रु 68,90,000
GTX+ AT 1.5 Diesel	रु 82,90,000
HTX+ DSL (1.5L )	रु 71,90,000
GTX+ AT DSL (1.5L Automatic)	रु 82,90,000

Kia Sportage

X-Line 2.5 Petrol AT	रु 1,25,90,000
(single official trim – petrol AT)	रु 65,90,000
(current Nepal petrol variant)	रु 65,90,000
X-Line (Petrol AT, current Nepal spec)	रु 1,25,90,000

Specifications — Seltos Diesel HTX+ DSL (1.5L ) vs Sportage (single official trim – petrol AT)

Category	Kia Seltos Diesel	Kia Sportage
Battery & Range	Not an EV; powered by 1.5L CRDi VGT diesel engine	Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain	1.5L CRDi VGT diesel, approx 115 PS, 250 Nm 6-speed manual transmission, front-wheel drive	2.0L petrol engine, 155 bhp, 192 Nm torque 6‑speed automatic transmission with front‑wheel drive
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance	Wheelbase 2610 mm shared across Seltos trims Ground clearance about 190 mm, common for Seltos	Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026) Ground clearance: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Dimensions	Length about 4365 mm, width 1800 mm, height 1645 mm Turning radius about 5.3 m	Overall dimensions: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Cargo	Boot space about 433 litres 60:40 split-fold rear seats to expand cargo	Luggage capacity 591 litres (VDA) Second‑row legroom 996 mm Second‑row headroom 1,000 mm
Comfort & Interior	Automatic climate control with rear AC vents Leatherette upholstery and soft-touch cabin elements Driver seat height adjustment, front armrest with storage Rear seat recline with adjustable headrests	Smart and practical interior layout Spacious rear seat with ample legroom Interior focused on comfort for family use
Infotainment & Convenience	10.25-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Instrument cluster with 7-inch color display Cruise control and steering-mounted controls Keyless entry with push-button start	Convenience features described as well equipped Detailed infotainment specs not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Safety	Six airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, hill-assist Rear parking sensors with camera, TPMS Isofix child seat mounts on rear seats	Dual front airbags ABS with EBD Electronic Stability Control Downhill Brake Control All‑around 3‑point seatbelts Remote central door locking Advanced anti‑theft system with immobilizer Child‑safety door locks
Design & Exterior	LED headlamps with DRLs and LED fog lamps Signature tiger-nose grille with chrome accents 17-inch alloy wheels specific to HTX+ trim Roof rails and rear spoiler included	Muscular silhouette with modern athletic design Positioned as a premium, stylish compact SUV
Sales & Imports	Imported and distributed by Continental Trading Enterprises, Kathmandu Diesel positioned as higher variant above petrol HTX	Sold officially in Nepal via Lavish Mobility Current generation marketed as "All‑New Sportage" in Nepal Specific yearly import numbers not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Value for Money Verdict	HTX+ DSL priced at Rs 71.90 lakh; premium for features Good value for feature-rich diesel SUV in C-segment	Price tag around NPR 65.9 lakh on‑road Considered good value for money in its segment Positioned as practical yet premium family SUV
Pros	Strong diesel torque with manual gearbox flexibility Rich feature list: LED lighting, large touchscreen, safety kit Comfortable ride and practical cabin space	Balanced and stable ride quality Strong safety equipment for the segment Spacious cabin and large cargo area Premium exterior styling appeals to urban buyers
Cons	Higher initial price than petrol HTX variants Manual-only diesel may deter some automatic buyers Diesel ownership concerns with future regulations	Price described as "not cheap" for the class Only single powertrain option officially highlighted Exact feature list less advertised compared to rivals

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Seltos Diesel or Kia Sportage?

As of July 2026, the Kia Sportage starts at Rs 65.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 3 lakh less than the Kia Seltos Diesel at Rs 68.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Seltos Diesel and Kia Sportage in Nepal?

The Kia Seltos Diesel costs Rs 68.9 lakh to Rs 82.9 lakh and the Kia Sportage costs Rs 65.9 lakh to Rs 1.26 crore (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Seltos Diesel or the Kia Sportage?

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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